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ON WATER SAFETY GEAR



 ON-WATER SAFETY GEAR :: PADDLE FLOATS, PUMPS & SPONGES


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Wildwasser Bilge Pump

Wildwasser Bilge Pump

The WildWasser Stainless Steel Shafted Bilge Pump is an indispensable safety tool for emptying out a swamped kayak and should be included on the "must have" equipment list for every trip you make.  Stainless steel shaft for additional durability. Comes with a low profile neoprene float.

Barrel Length: 15- or 18-inch

Colors: Yellow currently available

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Wildwasser MulitFloat

Wildwasser MulitFloat
Combination Paddle Float & Dry Bag


Just as the name suggests this is a multi-purpose piece of safety gear.  Functions as a self-rescue paddle float; a deck bag for dry gear or a dry bag inside your cockpit.

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Northwater Seatec Paddle Float

Northwater Seatec Paddle Float

Paddle Float conforms to the deck of the kayak, which lowers the overall profile of the SeaTec Paddle Float. Anchoring straps on either side of the paddle float allow it to be secured to the kayak. High visibility tape shows identifies where the paddle is inserted in the pocket.

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 ON-WATER SAFETY GEAR :: TOWING SYSTEMS


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Northwater Quick Release TowLine

Northwater Quick Release TowLine

Perfect for long or short tows, the Quick Release Tow Line unrolls to expose a large pouch filled with a 55 foot floating 1/4-inch polypropylene with built-in shock cord.  There is a marine brass eye hook for anchoring and line adjustment.  

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Northwater Quick Tow

Northwater Quick Tow

The NorthWater Quick Tow is designed for guides and instructors or for anyone that does not need to deal with ocean swells.  Inside the large-mouthed bag is 25 feet of 1/4-inch floating polypropylene line. The stowed line can be adjusted to any length and has a built-in dampening. The belt is a 1/2-inch quick release style.  

Manufacturer: NorthWater

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Northwater Seatec Tow Line

Northwater Seatec Tow Line

The SeaTec Tow Line is a waist worn tow system consisting of 30 feet of 1/4-inch braided, high grade polypropylene rope. Stainless steel carabiner and shock cord integrated into tow line make this a great tow system. 

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Kokatat River Tow Tether

Kokatat River Tow Tether

The River Tow Tether includes 5 feet of webbing and a wire gate carabiner in a cordura pouch. 

Manufacturer: Kokatat

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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NorthWater PFD Quick Release
Sea Link

NorthWater PFD Quick Release
Sea Link


The Sea Link includes a 7 foot tow line that instantly turns into a 15-foot line if needed. It has built in floatation, shock absorber and attaches to any quick release PFD harness.

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


 ON-WATER SAFETY GEAR :: RESCUE & RECOVERY GEAR


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Kayaker Pro Life Line Rescue Bag

Kayaker Pro Life Line Rescue Bag

The Kayaker Pro Life Line 75-foot rescue bag is a durable, high visibility yellow and red floating water rescue line with floatation foam, mesh ventilated, draw string cord-lock closure.

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Northwater SeaTec Rescue Sling

Northwater SeaTec Rescue Sling

The Northwater SeaTec Rescue Sling is an adjustable 14-foot length stirup provides a variety of attachment options for self rescues and assisted rescues. The stirrup is made of high visibility webbing with a built in security hook and built in floation. 

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Northwater Paddle Leash

Northwater Paddle Leash

Free your hands and keep your paddle. The NorthWater Paddle Leash is available as either coiled or bungee system. Either leash hooks securely to deck lines; swiveled ends eliminate twisting. 

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Wildwasser Paddle Biner

Wildwasser Paddle Biner

Clips over a paddle shaft, spray skirt grab loop or PFD loops. 

Colors: Red (shown) or Blue
Rated: 2250 x 700 kg

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Wildwasser Locking Biner

Wildwasser Locking Biner

Easy to clip locking carabiner. 

Colors: Assorted
Rated: 2250 x 700 kg

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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American Whitewater Safety Cards

American Whitewater Safety Cards

This set of twelve 4-inch by 6-inch American Whitewater Safety Cards, are waterproof and contain essential information, from rigging Z-Drags to proper hand signals and tips on reducing dislocations. Cards are held together with a mini-carabiner. Information Included: Useful items and equipment, River Signals, Taglines, Z-Drag, Knots, CPR, Shoulder Dislocation, Spinal Injuries, Head Injury, Hypothermia, Litters, Survival, Signaling Helicopters/Rescuers

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Mr. Zogs Wax

Mr. Zogs Wax

Increase your paddle grip with Mr. Zogs multi-purpose paddle wax. Never Spoils. Available as a 75gram puck

Colors: Assorted

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 ON-WATER SAFETY GEAR :: SIGNALLING DEVICES


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Fox40 Safety Whistle

Fox40 Safety Whistle

The Fox40 Classic pealess whistle emits a piercing blast that can be heard up to a mile away. Extremely rugged, lanyard not included.

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Rescue Howler Whistle

Rescue Howler Whistle

The Rescue Howler Whistle was developed exclusively for Adventure Medical Kits by Fox 40. This new, ultra-light whistle is extremely loud. Exceeds SOLAS and U.S. Coast Guard specifications triple-frequency with dual lanyard hole.

Manufacturer: Adventure Medical Kits  

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order


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Rescue Flash Signal Mirror

Rescue Flash Signal Mirror

The Rescue Flash Signal Mirror was developed by Adventure Medical Kits exclusively for the Pocket Survival Pak. Visible over 20 miles, durable LEXANŽ polycarbonate mirror with mil-spec retro-reflective aiming aid for one-handed use.

Manufacturer: Adventure Medical Kits  

Please call (845.229.0595) or visit our Showroom in Hyde Park to Order



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