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Finding the best kayak sports equipment can spell the contrast between a memorable experience and comfortable and one that you would willingly ignore. More fundamentally, the appropriate sports item for kayak trips will hold you protected from injuries and other dangers. First of all, kayaking can be a costly sport. Many that want to get into it don't realize just how costly until they begin to price out the gear. Once the gear is purchased, however, the fun and excitement felt while paddling down a white river or even on an open, calm body of water simply can't be beaten.

When searching for the perfect kayak sports item, check out the following essential items that you need for water kayaking.

Kayaking gloves

For comfortable kayaking and less risk for blisters and cuts, a good pair of kayaking gloves will protect your hands. More comfort means more time to enjoy paddling in the water.

Paddle jacket

A paddling jacket may be useful if you are planning on long kayaking trips, although they tend to keep you very warm and may not be needed during sunny and calm days where you plan to do short kayak trips.

Inflatable Pump

For those who are renting inflatable kayaks, most kayak tours offer inflatable kayak pumps for easy inflation of the kayak. In most cases, personnel is required to inflate the kayaks for you.

Spray skirt

A spray skirt is attached on the cockpit of the kayak to keep the paddler dry. Most kayaks offered by kayak tours come with spray skirts, and you can request for your kayak to be fitted with one.

Crash helmet

This is needed when doing whitewater kayaking, and it's included in most kayak rentals.

Dry bag

The possibility of capsizing is small, but you want to be prepared for this. Protect your valuables and other items that will get damaged in the water such as food, clothing, and cameras with a good dry bag. It stays afloat and keeps the contents dry even if your kayak overturns.

Water shoes

A good pair of water shoes will help keep your feet comfortable when getting in and out of the water. Just make sure that the shoes are not too clunky and that they fit into the kayak as you go in or out.

Knife

A knife may not be something that you will need to use, but it may come in handy when you are stuck in some branches or if there are branches under your kayak.

Paddles

There are two types of kayaking paddles: touring and whitewater rafting paddles. Touring paddles are made of two pieces made of adjustable ferrule positions made for obstructed or unobstructed paddling. One can also choose the length, the blade shape, and the material of the paddle. A whitewater kayak paddle has a rigid shaft and a wide blade.

Personal floatation devices

For kayaking, the required personal floatation device must be classed as type II or V. Most kayak tours have an obligation to offer personal floatation devices for the safety of the user, as well as provide instructions on how to use these devices.

Now that you have all the necessary kayaking gear, you are ready to hit the water and have the thrill of a lifetime. While some of the equipment listed is essential and some is somewhat non-essential, to fully enjoy your kayaking experience it is recommended to get it all. If you are going to skimp on some of the gear, never skimp on safety gear. You can replace a camera, but you can't replace a life, it simply isn't worth risking your life to try to save a couple of bucks.

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