Sea Kayak Accessories Essential And Fun Accessories For Kayakers
Sea Eagle is well known for their inflatable whitewater and ocean kayaks.
The manufacturer offers a complete line of
sea kayak accessories. Some of
these accessory items are essential for your safety on the ocean or whitewater
trips, others fit into the fun category.
Some of the most common inflatable
ocean kayak accessory items include:
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Life jackets and paddling vests Coast Guard approved PFDs are a must
for owners of inflatable boats and kayaks.
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Inflator pump You can inflate your sea kayak with a hand operated
pump. A 110 V high volume inflator/deflator makes the job easier and faster.
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Repair kit for kayaks This is an essential accessory item in case the
kayak develops a leak. The kit contains two patches of the hull material, glue
and a valve replacement tool.
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Bilge pump A high volume hand operated bilge pump is essential for
getting the water out of the inflatable when on the water.
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Storage bags for bow and stern Great boating accessories for storing
your supplies and gear.
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Kayak carry bag Deflate and roll up the inflatable sea kayak, then
place it on the bag and wrap the bag around it for easy storage.
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Seats Its nice to have a seat with a back rest in your ocean kayak
for long paddling or rowing. These Deluxe seats are very comfortable
Although there are many more types of accessories you can get for your
inflatable ocean kayak, this will give you an idea of what is available.
The most important accessory on the above list is the life jacket or personal
flotation device (PFD). A PFD is not considered an accessory for any boat,
whether it is an ocean kayak or a dinghy. It is an essential part of any sea
kayaking equipment and you should never go out in any inflatable without wearing
a Coast Guard approved life vest.
The second most important
inflatable boat accessory is your hull repair kit. Although Sea Eagle has a
small patch kit for minor repairs there is a better inflatable ocean kayak
repair kit available for bigger jobs from Tuff Coat. Most if not all of these boating accessories can be
bought from the manufacturer or retailer where you bought the kayak.
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