KAYAK PADDLES, KAYAKING GEAR & ACCESSORIES
Featured Gear:
NEW Storm Cags One piece protection when you need it most
PaddleBritches What protects your deck?
Tow Lines Important to carry and learn to use
Kayak Charleston THE book for paddling in the Lowcountry
Yakima Roof Racks & RACKandROLL What you need to carry your boat
PADDLES: Paddles by Werner
Kayaking DVDs | Kokatat PFDs | Paddle Pouches | SKC Hats & T-Shirts
PFDs by Kokatat
Top Quality & Outstanding Fit —
We carry a variety of Kokotat vests. Padling requires a non-binding fit, and these top-quality vests are highly adjustable, fitting a wide range of body shapes and sizes: come try one on today.
The MsFit and Orbit are just two of the many styles we carry —
MsFit Tour Lifevest: Designed for female sea kayakers with a contoured, princess-seam foam cut for superior anatomic fit and comfort. While designed for women, the MsFit Tour is an excellent choice for men too. Scott (secure in his masculinity and in touch with his feminine side) currently wears the MsFit tour.
Front and rear reflective tape, a strobe lash tab, two bellows pockets and one vertical front pocket will give the gadget-happy paddler plenty of room for toys. Ergonomic and innovative components such as thermoformed, padded Hypalon® shoulders, 3 side adjustments & quick-release waist closure, clip-on tabs for accessories and superlative construction methods set the standard in modern PFD design. Made with GAIA® PVC-free foam.
MsFit Tour Lifevest available now for $142
BUOYANCY LB./OZ. — S (16/05), M (16/05), L (16/06), XL (16/13)
* 500D Cordura® outer and 200D nylon oxford inner shell
* Articulated shell and foam panels
* 2 bellows pockets with zippered side entry
* One electronics pocket
* Front lash tab
* Reflective tape
* Strobe lash tab on back
* USCG approved
* Transport Canada (ULC) approved
* CE approved
Orbit Tour Lifevest: This very low-profile personal flotation device allows touring and whitewater kayakers to move more freely and stay cooler than with most PFDs.
The addition of 3M reflective highlights and a spacious duplex pocket make the Orbit Tour a great choice for paddlers looking for comfort and mobility in a low-profile vest. Constructed of the same material as the Orbit. There is no bulky foam padding on the shoulders, while the hardware neatly fits under the neoprene. Front pocket, reflective highlights, dual side adjustments round out this UL & ULC approved touring vest’s features. Made with GAIA® PVC-free foam.
BUOYANCY LB./OZ.—
S/M (15/08), L/XL (15/08)
Orbit Tour Lifevest available now for $142
* 500D Cordura® outer and 200D nylon oxford inner shell
* Large front pocket with key lanyard
* 3M™ reflective highlights
* Two adjustments on each side
* Adjustable shoulder straps
* Hidden shoulder adjustment ladder locks
* Front and rear internal grip panels
* Front lash tab
* USCG approved
* Transport Canada (ULC) approved
Tow Lines
Having a reliable personal towing system and the knowledge of how to use it is essential to coastal kayakers. In addition to aiding injured and exhausted paddlers, it can also be used to help slower paddlers stay with a group and keep them from getting exhausted or injured.
Towing can be a risky business with the possibilities of towlines getting tangled or snagged. You can't be too careful with lines in the water. We use waist mounted systems with a quick release mechanism built in so you can easily get out of the rig if needed.
Sea Kayak Carolina stocks personal tow systems from North Water, who are recognized in the industry as a premier manufacturer of kayaking safety equipment. Check out some of their exciting products below:
Sea Tec Tow Line
This sleek, compact tow line unfolds to make a large wide-mouth bag that is easy to re-stuff in rough water conditions. It can be used as a waist held system or quickly converted to a deck mounted system. The industry standard for kayak guides, instructors and Paddlesport professionals.
* Built in collaboration with a number of Level 5 BCU Instructors
* Braided, high grade polyproplene rope 30' x 1/4"
* Stainless steel carabiner
* Floatation built into the bag
* Exterior carabiner anchor for quick access
* Shock cord integrated into towline without using knots, eliminates snagging potential
* High visibility reflective tape identifies main pocket, float and the quick release buckle toggle
$124.95 Call 843-225-7969 to order one today
Quick Release Rescue Tow Line
For short or long tows, this sleek and compact tow line unrolls to expose a gaping mouth filled with a marine brass eye hook for anchoring and adjusting the 55' of floating 1/4" polypropelene rope with built in shock cord. L 12" x H 4" x W 3".
$99.95 Call 843-225-7969 to order one today
Quick Tow Line
This is designed for guides and instructors who don't need to deal with ocean swells. The bag's oversized mouth and low profile tapered shape allows for quick storage of the 25' x 1/4" polypropelene floating line. It is adjustable to any length, has built-in shock dampening, is ambidextrous, and has built-in floatation on a 1/2" belt with quick release. "Opening diameter 13".
$69.95 Call 843-225-7969 to order one today
PaddleBritches ® by North Water
PaddleBritches
® allows a sea kayaker to confidently store a spare paddle within easy reach without scratching the kayak or worrying about losing your spare paddles .
As functional as they are fun-looking, the Paddle Britches hold your spare paddle handy, yet safe from greedy waves. Built-in loops let you attach it to the existing deck lines on your sea kayak – then you simply tuck the shaft ends of your disassembled spare into the Britches and the blade ends under your deck shockcords. Built of 1000-denier Cordura®, the openings are angled and re-enforced to remain open and instantly drain water.Weight: 106g
$34.95 Call 843-225-7969 to order one today
Dry Bags
There is an old saying among kayakers concerning drybags – “You can’t have too many” – a concept we wholeheartedly agree with here at Sea kayak Carolina. It’s typically better to have several smaller dry bags than one big one. This is because they pack easier that way. Also, we like to write on the bag what’s in it for quick identification.
On a typical kayaking daytrip members of the staff here will have at least four dry bags with them. A hypothermia kit (stuffed with old fleece and other synthetic warm clothing), a personal bag, a first aid kit and extra clothes for ourselves in final bag. For more extended trips we would have even more gear bags.
Below are some of the quality dry bags we stock in this shop. Please call us at 843-225-7969 to discuss all of your gear needs.
Pacific Outdoor Equipment Dry Sack
A flat design makes these sacks flexible and compact for storage in canoes, rafts, kayaks or any other craft. Can be used individually or as added protection in our river duffels these dry sacks are built with durable fabric, D-ring lash points and a purge/fill valve for compact compression or added flotation if needed.
• Durable, abrasion resistant 210D Nylon with easy fastening Duraflex buckles.
• Roll top waterproof design to keep all your items dry and secure.
• Purge valve for easy compression that allows the bag to fit into tighter quarters during travel.
• Lash down points for strapping it to another item or keeping it secure in the raft.
• Strap attachment (not included) for carrying the item extended distances.
• Available in 5L, 15L, 25L, 50L
Pricing starts at $24.00
Call 843-225-7969 to order one today or to discuss any of the other great Pacific Outdoor Equipment products available in the store.
Sea to Summit Dry Bags
Super strong and abrasion resistant, this non-PVC mid-weight dry bag has space saving low profile Hypalon® lash loops on the sides for secure stacking and a roll-resistant oval shape. A great choice for rugged water sports like kayaking, canoeing and rafting. Suitable to keep contents dry in any wet situation where the bag is not submerged.
• TPU laminated fabric with 10,000 mm waterhead
• Super strong and abrasion resistant 420 D nylon fabric
• Waterproof, double stitched, reinforced, tape sealed seams
• Hypalon® lash loops for secure attachment or stacking
• Waterproof Hypalon® roll top closure does not wick moisture
• Space saving, low profile, streamlined shape
• Oval base resists rolling- stays where you put it
Available in a variety of sizes with pricing starting at $17.95
Call 843-225-7969 to order one today or discuss some of the other fine Sea to Summit Drybags in stock.
Pelican Micro Cases
Fits small portable electronics such as cameras and cell phones
• Active sport carabiner secures to backpack or belt loop
• Easy open latch
• Rubber liner for extra protection doubles as o-ring seal
• Stainless steel hardware
• Lifetime Guarantee of Excellence
• Water resistant, crushproof, and dust proof
• Available with a clear lid and colored liner: Black, Red, Blue and Yellow liners available
Choose from a number of sizes with pricing starting at $15.95
Call 843-225-7969 to discuss which Pelican Micro Case is right for you.
Kayak Charleston by Ralph Earhart
Kayak Charleston: Trips within 1 hour of Charleston – Now in it's third updated edition, and authored by Charleston's own Ralph Earhart, this must-have book for area paddlers will lead you to over 50 landings and throw-ins.
A great resource we're happy to carry in our shop.
›› Learn more about Kayak Charleston
Sea Kayak Carolina (SKC) Gear Available
Wear The SKC Turtle! OK – we admit it, this might not be essential gear, but we're glad to be able to offer our logo and mascot turtle on Sea Kayak Carolina hats, t-shirts and water bottles:
Quick Drying 50/50 Cotton-Poly T-Shirts — ONLY $15
Available in men's women's and children's sizes, in White, Light Blue and Pink!
The appropriate apparel to wear for space shuttle launch viewing!
Quick drying, high-quality, Kavu synthetic strapcaps — ONLY $25
Pierrine’s Paddle Pouches
Protect Your Investment: Made locally on John's Island, these soft fleece pouches protect your paddle from bangs and scrapes – and protect those items your paddle might be bumping into.
$25 for regular (2-part) Paddle Pouches.
$30 for Greenland Pouch
GREAT DVDs AVAILABLE
We have an assortment of DVDs at the shop — looking to improve your strokes? Or interested in developing your rolling skills? There's a DVD for you. Maybe you're fascinated by some o the sport's extremes – extreme conditions and extreme locations are featurd in a number of entertaining titles. Great viewing for yourself or the paddling enthusiast in your life.
Three long admired "This Is the Sea" films on DVD, and a fourth recently released: Thrilling footage taken in big surf and roaring tidal races lets you feel you are in the boat with expert paddlers.
›› more about This Is the Sea DVDs
Eastern Horizons is an inspirational and breathtaking sea kayaking adventure film, documenting North America’s east coast from Georgia to Newfoundland. Weaving their own experiences in these magnificent places, Bryan Smith and Lise-Anne Beyries take viewers up close with thousands of miles of the sea eastern sea board.
›› more about Eastern Horizons DVD