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Coast&Kayak Magazine - 2015 Kayak Gear Guide
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A publication of:
WILDCOASTMagazineThe magazine of Pacific coast adventures and recreation
Kayaks, paddlesports and accessories
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Kayak Gear Guide2015
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A publication of:
WILDCOASTMagazine
2015 Gear Guide Volume 25, Number 1 PM No. 41687515
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2Paddles.Kids/recreational 14
Polypropylene 29
Thermoform 40
Performance 22
Whitewater 25
Fishing 27
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Fibreglass (composite) 49CTandem 64DPerformance/racing/surf skis 69EWhitewater 75FSOTs/Fishing/Hybrids 79GInflatables/Folding 90HWood boats/kits 96I
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Safety 110APacks 117BStorage 123C
Apparel 129DReference 138ESeats/pads 143F
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2Paddles.Kids/recreational 14
Polypropylene 29
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Performance 22
Whitewater 25
Fishing 27
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Fibreglass (composite) 49CTandem 64DPerformance/racing/surf skis 69EWhitewater 75FSOTs/Fishing/Hybrids 79GInflatables/Folding 90HWood boats/kits 96I
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Safety 110APacks 117BStorage 123C
Apparel 129DReference 138ESeats/pads 143F
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The categories
Sub-category
Designed for the kayak angler/the StraitEdge Angler has great stability/multi-layer material/and multiple air chambers; providing maximum durability. Its removable Accessory Frame allows anglers to customize the kayak with aftermarket accessories. It also features a high back lumbar seat with rod holders/d-rings/deck lacing/and paddle holders.
9’8” Weight: 41 lbs
Yellow PVC Tarpaulin MSRP: $729.99
AdvancedElementsStraitEdge Angler
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The page headings may seem obvious, but keep in mind many categories overlap. Some items are difficult to categorize, so skim the
options.
Descriptions have been supplied directly from the manufacturer. That way you get
the message directly from the people who designed what you’re after. Plus you can
blame them for the spelling errors.
The MSRP (manufacturer’s suggested retail price) comes from the manufacturing and may be in U.S. or Canadian dollars, depending on how it
was submitted. We’re going by a ‘close enough’ mentality. If you really must know to the penny,
click on the website link below.
We’ve selected a few categories for basic information about the product, such as length and
weight. We have more fields in our database, but we chose not to share them all. We’re secretive that way.
Maybe one day we’ll opt for full disclosure!
We’ve listed URLs as given to us by the manufacturers. They should take you to the page
for more information on the product and not a porn site, but we can’t be sure. Please report broken or incorrect links. In the email, please use the subject
line ‘Hey boneheads, you messed up!’
The categories
Sub-category
Instructions to read a guide? Well, how about a few helpful hints. Otherwise you might not get the
optimum experience for which this guide was designed. Oh, never mind. Just pass over this page and get to the
good stuff. We understand.
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PFDs
PFDs
Designed with offshore sea kayakers in mind/ the NRS cVest Life Jacket has pockets and attachment points for all the essentials. It also has lots of reflective tape and a cool mesh back that works great with high-back seats.
Blue/ orange/ red MSRP: $114.95Sizes S/M, L/XL, XXL
NRSNRS cVest Mesh Back PFD
Click to go: www.nrs.com/product/2157/nrs-cvest-mesh-back-pfd?utm_source=any_magazine&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=am_coastkayak_gear_guide_2014&utm_
PFDs
Designed just for women/ the NRS Zoya Life Jacket gives you the comfort and safety you want for your paddling adventures. With PlushFIT foam panels sculpted to fit your body/ hand warmer pockets and easy adjustment/ you’re gonna love it.
Blue/ orange/ gray MSRP: $99.95XS/M, L/XL
NRSNRS Women’s Zoya Mesh Back PFD
Click to go: www.nrs.com/product/2158/nrs-womens-zoya-mesh-back-pfd?utm_source=any_magazine&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=am_coastkayak_gear_
And now... Onto the good stuff...
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PFDs
PFDs
Have a high-back touring or rowing seat? You’ll love the NRS Clearwater PFD! Flotation is concentrated up front and behind the shoulders/ with a mesh lower back that lets you recline and relax.
Red/ gray/ blue MSRP: $89.95S/M, L/XL, XXL
NRSNRS Clearwater Mesh Back PFD
Click to go: www.nrs.com/product/21511/nrs-clearwater-mesh-back-pfd?utm_source=any_magazine&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=am_coastkayak_gear_
PFDs
Type III: The low-profile NRS Ninja PFD is so comfortable/ you’ll forget you have it on. Designed for freestyle kayakers and other active boaters/ this compact life jacket gives you total freedom of movement.
Red/ blue/ black MSRP: $129.95S/M, L/XL, XXL
NRSNRS Ninja PFD
Click to go: www.nrs.com/product/21481/nrs-ninja-pfd?utm_source=any_magazine&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=am_coastkayak_gear_guide_2014&utm_
PFDs
Type V PFD. The NRS Zen Rescue Life Jacket is a great choice for paddlers and guides who want a great fitting/ comfortable PFD with swiftwater rescue features like a quick-release belt.
Red/ black/ mango MSRP: $189.95S/M, L/XL, XXL
NRSNRS Zen Rescue Life Jacket
Click to go: www.nrs.com/product/2161/nrs-zen-rescue-life-jacket?utm_source=any_magazine&utm_medium=buy_now&utm_term=am_coastkayak_gear_guide_2014&utm_
PFDs
The Salus Tango’s unique shoulder adjustment/ low profile design/ tapered back/ high waist/ soft foam and bottom belt/ combine to provide the comfort and security that make this vest ideal for men/ women and tweens/ enjoying any active water sport.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearTango
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=tango
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PFDs
PFDsIdeal for kayak touring/ the Salus Ungava is a unisex-style vest with all of our trade-mark features: soft foam/ rounded edges and contour fit. Additional features/ includ-ing hand-warmer pockets/ the ability to attach a quick-release belt/ zippered security pocket/ mesh drop-down pocket for quick access/ 5 lash points and added reflective trim/ make the Ungava a welcome companion on any open water adventure.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearUngava
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=ungava
PFDs
Whether you’re shooting heart-pumping rapids or setting off on a long/ scenic tour/ the Salus Gjoa’s many quality features will help ensure a safer and more com-fortable trip. The low-profile sides/ 8-point adjustment system/ 4-panel contoured design and high waist/ make the Gjoa a great/ universal-fitting vest for any paddler.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearGjoa
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=gjoa
PFDsThe Salus Kiwi’s unisex styling offers a roomy upper-body and a contoured-fit that also make it comfortable for women. Its easy-on/ front zipper design incorporates low-profile padding to ease bending and prevent ride-up. Left- and right-hand vertical front pockets are centralized to allow quick access and unrestricted arm movement/ even when the pockets are full.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearKiwi
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=kiwi
PFDsThe Salus Torrent was inspired by those who seek the most out of each adventure. If you’ve pushed yourself to the limit to feel the rush of a heart-pumping rapid/ you know words can’t capture the sensation. The Torrent hugs you/ bends and reaches with you/ freeing you to experience your adventure to its’ fullest. Designed to at-tach a quick release belt and tow-line/ the Torrent easily converts into the ideal guide or tripping vest.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearTorrent
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=torrent
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Rescue
PFDsThe Salus Proto is an ideal white-water cross-over vest for play boating as well as guiding/ river running and tripping. Strip it down for play boating with the ability to conceal most of the webbing and adjustments for a clean/ streamlined vest. Or/ gear it up with the quick-release belt/ tow line/ river knife/ strobe and hydration pack/ to make it a great choice for guiding or long river trips.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearProto
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=proto
PFDsOur most popular vest/ the Salus Eddy-Flex offers added contouring back foam/ tapered shoulders/ Dry-Lex back lining/ pull-forward adjustments and an easy-grab zipper tab making it a welcome companion to any water adventure. The addition of unisex styling/ contoured fit/ easy-on front zipper design/ 3MTM reflective trim/ rounded edges and soft-foam construction put the Eddy-flex in a league of high-end vests with streamlined features.
MSRP: N,A
Salus Marine WearEddy-Flex
Click to go: http://www.salusmarine.com/?products=eddy-flex
Sea kayak/WW
PFDs
The Maximus PFD is a highly versatile and easily adjustable PFD. All the adjustments are on the front/ and Kokatat’s Dynamic Suspension System (DSS) allows an inde-pendently suspended front flotation panel to move with the paddler for unrestricted freedom of movement. Made with Gaia PVC-free foam.
XS/ S/ M/ L/ XL/ XXL
Coal/ Navy/ Canvas/ Red/ Jackson Yellow;; MSRP: $159USCG/ Transport Canada and ISO approved
KokatatMaximus
Click to go: www.kokatat.com/products/pfd/maximus-pfd.html
Rescue
PFDs
The Maximus Prime rescue PFD is designed for all paddling disciplines. Ultra versatile and easily adjustable/ all adjustments are in the front and Kokatat’s Dynamic Suspen-sion System gives excellent freedom of movement. Featuring a quick release safety harness and O-ring/ a tether/ tow system.
XS/ S/ M/ L/ XL/ XXL
Red/ Navy/ Yellow MSRP: $219USCG/ Transport Canada and ISO approved
KokatatMaximus Prime
Click to go: www.kokatat.com/products/pfd/maximus-prime-pfd.html