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December 7, 2022 By Eemch

Holiday Gift Ideas

Finding the right holiday gift, whether small or large, for the paddler in your life can be tricky!  So we asked our staff what some of their favorite pieces of gear are.  If you are trying to find something a little more exciting than a gift card to fit in a stocking or hide behind …

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July 1, 2016 By aldermr

Choosing The Right PFD For You – Feel Comfortable & Safe

Not sure how to choose the right PFD?  Here’s a simple walk-through to highlight some PFD features and their purposes!   [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZV_Nvtynzno[/youtube]

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July 26, 2015 By aldermr

Kokatat Maximus PFD

Kokatat Maximus PFD review! The Kokatat Maximus is my first PFD and so far I’ve loved it. I bought it with the intention of only running whitewater, but thus far I’ve used it in a wide spectrum of water and have been pleased with the results. The Maximus has been easy to adjust, and it’s …

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October 1, 2013 By aldermr

NRS Zen rescue PFD

by Andrew Romanelli I recently purchased a new rescue PFD: the NRS Zen, and I’m happy to report that it is awesome! Price: $189.95.  This is a premium Type V PFD for under $200!  There is always another piece of gear that I need/want, and the affordable price tag on this vest is helping me …

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March 17, 2013 By aldermr

Kokatat Maximus Prime Rescue PFD

The Maximus Prime PFD from Kokatat is a bold new vest that is chocked full of innovations and features for whitewater kayakers and sea kayakers alike.  The comfort, fit and range of motion provided by the Maximus Prime is by far the best of any Kokatat PFD I’ve ever worn and rivals that of anything …

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September 6, 2012 By aldermr

Astral Sea Wolf PFD Review

  Product Review: Astral SeaWolf Astral Buoyancy Company has a well earned reputation for pushing the limits of design and for building some of the most stylish, comfortable and functional PFDs on the market today.  With the introduction of the Sea Wolf PFD for 2012, it’s fair to say that Astral has exceeded even their …

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