Sea Kayak Accessories ?C Essential And Fun Accessories For Kayakers
Author: Kevin Urban
Sea Eagle.com 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: Life jackets and paddling vestsCoast Guard approved PFDs are a must for owners of inflatable boats and kayaks.
Inflator pumpYou can inflate your sea kayak with a hand operated pump. A 110 V high volume inflator/deflator makes the job easier and faster.
Repair kit for kayaksThis 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.
Bilge pumpA high volume hand operated bilge pump is essential for getting the water out of the inflatable when on the water.
Storage bags for bow and sternGreat boating accessories for storing your supplies and gear.
Kayak carry bagDeflate and roll up the inflatable sea kayak, then place it on the bag and wrap the bag around it for easy storage.
SeatsIt's 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.
