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Kayaking Gear & Rafting Equipment Index
This product listing snapshot was taken June 13, 2009.  Generate a current listing from the product database.

Accessories

Cascade Designs Boundary Pack 115 12.5" x 18.5" x 30"
6940 cu in
Cascade Designs Boundary Pack 35 10" x 14.5" x 20"
2270 cu in
Cascade Designs Boundary Pack 70 9" x 15.5" x 25"
3940 cu in
Cascade Designs Kodiak Window Dry Bags PVC-free alternative to the standard Vinyl dry bag.
Cascade Designs SealLine Baja Bags Proven on rivers, lakes, and oceans around the world, Baja Bags are versatile and durable.
Cascade Designs SealLine See Bags Take the guesswork out of what’s packed inside.
Harmony Comfort Seat Pad Is your kayak seat too hard?
Harmony Deluxe SOT Seat Add padding and back support to your SOT kayak.
Harmony Drain Plug Kit Retrofit your kayak with this drain plug kit.
Harmony F.A.T. Backband 3.0 Helps you get the stage of "wearing" your kayak
Harmony F.A.T. Hip Pads State-of-the-art fit system to make your boat fit you like a glove.
Harmony Float Bags (Single) Keep your boat afloat when you wet exit.
Harmony Smiley's Nose Plugs Will NOT make you look dorky, unlike many other nose plugs out there!
Immersion Research Flex Capacitor Backratchet If you're a rockstar boater, you need a high performance backband.
Immersion Research Reggie Backratchet An all around backband for all your boating needs.
Jackson Kayak Fun Floats Float Bags Safety in a bag!
Jackson Kayak Happy Feet Foot Bag Turn your bow into a comfortable pair of slippers!
Jackson Kayak Happy Seat For a perfect fit in your kayak.
Jackson Kayak Happy Seat/Happy Thruster Combo Get the biggest loops you have ever had!
Jackson Kayak Happy Thruster Turn your kayak into a space ship!
Jackson Kayak Sweet Cheeks Kayak Seat Make your kayak seat almost as comfortable as a new Jackson Kayak
Level 6 Armor All Elbow Pads Unbeatable for running Brush Creek!
McNett Aquaseal Aquaseal is the "duct tape" of boating. Bring it with you on your next trip to fix just about anything.
Salamander Beam Bag Perfect little bag that maximizes storage in today's small volume boats.
Salamander Ear Plugs Great for cold water paddling or anyone who wants to keep water out of the ear canal.
Salamander Paddle Bag Great for travel or storage.
Salamander Sticky Stuff Paddle Wax Get a Grip...on your paddle!
Shred Ready Tsunami Elbow Pads Wide boats, narrow creeks, steep drops make funny bones hurt.
Stohlquist Boater Sponge Great for getting excess water out of your boat or for washing your car.

Bargain Barn

Books, CDs, and DVDs

Jackson Kayak EJ's Playboating: Basics DVD Your FUNamentals of freestyle kayaking!
Jackson Kayak EJ's Playboating:Advanced DVD More Air, More Vertical, More Speed, More Moves, More Fun, More Often!
Jackson Kayak EJ's River Running Advanced DVD Prepare yourself properly to run class 3, 4, and 5 whitewater BEFORE you run it!
Jackson Kayak EJ's River Running Basics DVD The most comprehensive instructional program on equipment, logistics, safety, river reading and running.
Jackson Kayak EJ's Rolling and Bracing DVD Features the "You can roll in 15 minutes program."
Jackson Kayak Here and Now DVD A must see film, with some Huge Air, Sweet Drops, Great Lines, and Priceless Carnage.
A Russian Wave DVD A humorous look at dashed expectations, adventure and cultural differences.
Black Book DVD A lifestyle epic by Scott Lindgren
Black Feather Camp Cooking Book Eat well in the wild!
Brent Reitz Forward Stroke Clinic VHS & DVD Learn proper strokes from the very beginning, or eliminate bad habits.
Downunder the Horizonline DVD A film about real kayakers by real (crazy) kayakers
Exploring The Southern Sierra - East Side Hands down best hiking guide of the Southern Sierras.
Exploring The Southern Sierra - West Side Written by a local... We give this book 2 thumbs up.
Grand Canyon River Guide Guide book of the Colorado River.
Grand Canyon River Hikes A must-have for anyone planning to explore the Grand Canyon!
Grayscale DVD NEW RELEASE from Kayak West featuring a charging soundtrack.
Guide's Guide Augmented Book Bill McGinnis has done it again!
Hotel Charley 3: The Lost World DVD Awesome footage featuring a world record attempt of Anaconda Falls, Brazil
Into The Tsangpo Gorge DVD The epic first descent of the Everest of rivers…
Kayak- The New Frontier by William Nealy COMPLETELY UPDATED! Hilarious and Highly informative.
Laugh of the Water Nymph Book Adventure! Great Photography! Travel!
LVM 26: The Southeast The first of Lunch Video Magazine's State series.
LVM 28: Cali vs Quebec Ha! We all know California rules!!
LVM 29: PNW vs WV This DVD pits the sandstone creeks of West Virginia against the basalt waterfalls of the Pacific NW.
Means of Production DVD A film that is hilarious and action-packed!
New Reign DVD Young Gun Productions provides an innovative glimpse into the future of kayaking as these athlete’s deliver the best freestyle play-boating ever filmed.
No Big Names 2 DVD Nobody you know... Nowhere you've been...See what the grassroots whitewater movement is all about.
Oil + Water DVD This award-winning film by Seth Warren and Tyler Bradt is one that you will want to watch over and over again
Paddle in Hand DVD Explore the 5 wonders of paddling.
Paddlesnake DVD Watch the discovery and capture of the elusive and mythical paddlesnake!
Playboating-Moves and Training Book Eric provides expert advice on how to prepare for competition or perfect your moves in your home play hole. Step by step instructions and beautiful numbered photographs of E.J. in action.
Recreational Kayaking DVD Recreational Kayaking provides new and developing paddlers with the skills and knowledge necessary to comfortably and safely enjoy kayaking.
Risen Sun DVD From the arid deserts of Arizona, Huckin' Huge Films bursts onto the scene with the most progressive kayak film to date.
Southern Sierra Mountain Bike Trails Southern Sierra Mountain Bike Trails is the first book written from a mountain bike rider's perspective to be done exclusively for the Southern Sierra.
The Best Whitewater in California, 3rd Edition Lars Holbek & Chuck Stanley. Written by two of the country's premier whitewater boaters.
The Complete Whitewater Rafter If you're just getting started, this is the book you need.
The Kayak Roll DVD "The Kayak Roll" demonstrates and explains a smooth and effortless roll.
Tweaking the Nose of Terror DVD Extreme Terror Factor!
Waterproof Kern River Maps Detailed descriptions of rapids, points of interest, and campgrounds.
Wet-House DVD Six fiercely independent boaters from the four corners of the planet united by their shared thirst for big water and high adventure.
Whitewater Classics Book Part guide book, part history book, and part story book, Whitewater Classics will have you longing for the feel of a paddle in your hands.
Whitewater Kayaking with Ken Whiting DVD Whitewater Kayaking with Ken Whiting is a special, double feature DVD consisting of the award winning video Liquid Skills (2002 Paddler Magazine’s Best instructional), and the video SOAR- Skills On All Rivers.
Whitewater Paddling- Strokes and Concepts Book by Eric Jackson Learn paddling techniques and basic paddling strokes from Olympic paddler Eric Jackson

Car Racks

Yakima 1A Raingutter Towers (Set of 4) If your car has raingutters, look no further.
Yakima BoatLoader It's like sprouting a second set of arms, only not as freakish!
Yakima Bow/Stern Tie Down Because cars and poorly tied knots should keep their distance.
Yakima Control Towers (Set of 4) Attaches to tracks, naked roofs and everything in between
Yakima Crossbars (Set of 2) Crossbars are essential to your rack.
Yakima DryDock Boat Hitch Mount The perfect multi-sport platform for your truck!
Yakima HullyRollers (Set of 2) Make loading as smooth as an early morning float.
Yakima Kayak Stackers This simple harpoon mount will restrain any kayak that comes near it.
Yakima Landing Pad Use in factory tracks with control towers
Yakima LandShark Saddles A simple saddle that won't swallow your wallet.
Yakima LoadWarrior Stretch Net Would it surprise you to learn that this is a net that stretches over your LoadWarrior to keep your gear nice and secure?
Yakima Mako Saddles (Set of 2) They hold onto your boat like a mako shark chomping on a mackerel.
Yakima Multi Mounts Get your paddle out of your car...
Yakima Q Clips (1 Pair) Yakima Q-clips are specifically designed for Q towers. Two packages (total of 4 Q-clips) are required.
Yakima Q Stretch Kit A small roof shouldn't miss out on big loads.
Yakima Q Towers (set of 4) The most versatile fitting tower system on the market
Yakima SKS Lock Cores It's your gear. Keep it that way.
Yakima Tracks (Set of 2) A factory installed multi-sport rack system is no longer a dream.

Dawg Gear

Ruffwear K-9 Float Coat Four legged companions deserve the same level of safety and protection as their human counterparts.

Fitness Training

Dregs Indo Board What do you do when the weather's too nasty to go outside? Play "Indo"!
Kayak Fitness DVD Be fit, strong, and motivated with this DVD.
Yoga For Paddlers DVD Protect the muscles you use the most by strengthening and lengthening with this video.

Footwear

Chaco Sandals Flip Sandal (Men's) Slip-on functionality for easy get-up-and-go.
Chaco Sandals Hipthong Sandal (Men's) A slip-on sandal that is more supportive than a flip flop.
Chaco Sandals Men's Z/2 Stealth Sandal Tenacious grip for tenuous situations.
Chaco Sandals Z/1 Sandal (Men's) Chaco's original design is still the go-to sandal for river guides and wilderness professionals.
Chaco Sandals Z/2 Pro Sandal (Men's) The ultimate river sandal!
Chaco Sandals Z/2 Sandal (Men's) All-terrain sandals accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association.
Chota Outdoor Gear River Runner Neo-Sock A great sock to wear in sandals or by themselves!
Columbia Coremic Ridge Hiking Boot (Men's) Perfect for an easy stroll along the Whiskey Flat trail, or a scramble up Harley Mountain.
Keen Footwear Boulder Canyon Crew Mid Sox (Men's) These hiking socks are left and right foot specific for a better fit.
Keen Footwear Boulder Canyon Qtr. Ultralight Sox (Men's) These cool, cooshie sox are left and right foot specific for excellent fit.
Keen Footwear Cimarron Water Shoe (Men's) Great shoe to wear on your next rafting adventure!
Keen Footwear Newport H2 Sandal (Men's) This hybrid shoe is as adventurous as you are.
Keen Footwear Newport Sandal (Men's) This shoe has it all. Comfort, Looks and Traction.
Keen Footwear Payette Bootie For serious kayakers.
NRS Desperado Sock The most comfortable low-profile paddling sock.
Smartwool Light Hiker Sock We wear these socks in the springtime for those power walks down to the river to check the flow.
Teva Cherry Bomb Bootie Designed for the unpredictable and slippery conditions encountered by river professionals.
Teva Elixer 5 Sandal (Men's) A rugged go-anywhere flip flop.
Teva Gnar Shoe (Men's) Now you can be a kayaker and not look like one!
Teva Mush Sandal (Men's) THE most comfortable flip-flops you've ever worn!
Teva Omnium Water Shoe (Men's) Sandals have too little coverage? Booties too much? Here's the perfect compromise!
Teva P-1 Bootie Developed by play-boaters for play-boaters.
Teva Proton 4 River Shoe (Men's) The perfect all-around river shoe.
Teva Sunkosi Water Shoe (Men's) This shoe is comfortable to run in, even when it's wet.
Teva Sunkosi2 Water Shoe (Men's) A great water shoe made even better!
Teva Terra-Fi 2 Sandal (Men's) Technology for support and cushioning for comfort! The Terri-Fi has been a top seller at Sierra South for several years.
Teva Universal Buckle Sandal (Men's) Features high-friction SSR rubber for the ultimate grip in wet environments
Vibram Five Fingers Vibram FiveFingers Classic (Men's) Just like going barefoot!
Vibram Five Fingers Vibram FiveFingers KSO (Men's) Deepens your connection to the earth and your surroundings.

Gifts

Life is Good All You Need is Love Necklace Give love!
Life is Good Daisy Diner Mug Enjoy a cheery mug of chocolate.
Life is Good Heart Diner Mug A warm way to say "I Love You"
Life is Good Heart Water Bottle We LOVE this BPA-Free water bottle from Life is Good!
Kayak Joe Bender A Class V gift!
Ocoee Road CD This is what we listen to on our way to the Put-in.
Smurf Kayaker Whether in the bathtub or on the Colorado River, this li'l guy kicks butt!
Sierra South Woody Kayaker Whimsically hand carved and painted little kayakers

Head Gear

Kokatat Surfskin Skull Cap "You lose body heat off the top of your head, so wear your cap" Mom
Kokatat Surfskin Strapcap Stays on and keeps your head warm.
Salamander Beak Helmet Visor Some say geek... we say Chic!
Salamander Revisor Helmet Visor Fits easily to any helmet to shade your eyes from the harsh rays of the sun.
Shred Ready Full Mental Jacket Kayaking Helmet The Full Mental Jacket helmet offers the most coverage for your cranium.
Shred Ready Helmet Fit Pads For supreme fit.
Shred Ready Shaggy Kayaking Helmet Big news for big heads and even bigger hairdos.
Shred Ready Super Scrappy Kayaking Helmet Sierra South's best-selling kayaking helmet.
Shred Ready TDub Kayaking Helmet More coverage than the Shaggy
Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet The Strutter might look like a piece of clothing,but it will keep you safe shredding your local playspot as well as when cruisin’ the classics.
VOZ Sports Evolution Helmet NEW! High performance water sport helmet!
WRSI WRSI Current Water Helmet Designed with water sports safety in mind.
WRSI WRSI Ear Protection System For added protection with the WRSI Current helmet.
WRSI WRSI Face Protection System It's all about "saving face"

Holiday Goodies

Floorboardz Rugz Kayak Rug Heavy duty kayak rug.
GSI Outdoors Canoeing Santa Ornament Here comes Santa in his canoe, loaded with presents just for you!
GSI Outdoors Kayak Paddle Holiday Ornament Trim your tree with a paddle!
GSI Outdoors Kayak Party Lights Celebrate the outdoor life!
GSI Outdoors Kayaking Santa Christmas Ornament Santa kayak ornament. 4 3/4 inches long.
GSI Outdoors Mountain Biking Santa Ornament All this time we thought Santa rode in a flying sled!
GSI Outdoors Raft Holiday Ornament Trim your tree with a raft this year!
GSI Outdoors Raft Paddle Picture Frame Highlight your rafting adventure with this unique picture frame.
GSI Outdoors Rooftop Kayak Ornament We hope Santa stuffs a kayak down YOUR chimney this Christmas!
GSI Outdoors Santa Goes Rafting Ornament Santa is at it again...
GSI Outdoors Santa Goes Sea Kayaking Ornament Santa is at it again...
GSI Outdoors Santa SOT Kayak Ornament NEW! Santa paddling a Sit-on-Top Kayak.
GSI Outdoors Sea Kayak Holiday Ornament Trim your tree with a kayak!
GSI Outdoors Sea Kayak Magnet Great stocking stuffer!
GSI Outdoors SOT Kayak Ornament Decorate your tree, your rear view mirror, or . . . ?
GSI Outdoors White Water Kayak Magnet Great in office or home.
GSI Outdoors Whitewater Kayak Holiday Ornament Trim your tree with a kayak!
Harmony Harmony Sponge A deluxe boat sponge.
Life is Good Christmas Tree Diner Mug Warm Holiday mug from Life is Good.
Life is Good Jammin' Snowman Diner Mug Great way to start your day!
Life is Good Life is Good Ornament Set Happy little wooden ornaments!
Life is Good Snowflake Diner Mug Hot chocolate in a cool mug!
Torrent Book Brilliant photography! Our favorite coffee table book.
River's Edge Antenna Ball Kayaker Spot your car from afar with a bright red kayaker antenna topper!
River's Edge Kayak Light Set Fun party lights!
River's Edge Kayak PC Pal Make a statement about what you do with your weekend!
River's Edge Kayaker Trailer Ball Cover Let this kayaker "Hitch Bud" decorate your vehicle's trailer hitch ball.
River's Edge Raft Picture Frame Show off your gnarly rafting experience with this hand-painted frame.
Sierra South Gift Certificate Not sure what to give your favorite outdoorsman? Give 'em the best gift of all!

Kayaks & Inflatables

Hyside 303 Protectant Excellent ultraviolet protection for rafts, drytop gaskets, cars, etc.
Hyside Cam Straps (2ft - 15ft available) Great for people who hate to tie knots!
Hyside Carlson Barrel Pump 4" & 6" Save time and energy pumping up your raft. Carlson pumps are made to last, using heavy-duty PVC and a genuine O-ring seal. Fitted with a 7' non-kink hose. 24" high. Ten year guarantee.
Hyside Double Action Wonder Pump These compact, lightweight mini-barrel pumps are ideal for I.K.s, smaller rafts, and as a carry-on for day trips.
Hyside Inflatable Kayak Rio Bravo Now the durability of Hypalon at a great price! Our Rio Bravo Kayaks are designed to meet any challenge you can send their way, from white knuckle whitewater trips, to relaxing paddles on the lake.
Hyside Leafield C7 Valve Replacement valve and cap for inflatable rafts and kayaks
Hyside Military Style Valve Made of heavy cast metal.
Hyside Mini Me Inflatable Raft You'll have soooo much fun in this little raft!
Hyside Padillac Inflatable Kayak Great for floating on lakes or paddling down screamin' whitewater.
Hyside Tri-Flow Lubricant A superior lubrication for inflatable boat valves.

Kid's Corner

Life is Good Snow Angel Tshirt (Girl's) Joyful, sunny longsleeve tshirt.
Teva Infant Hurricane Sandal Itty bitty feet deserve itty bitty Teva sandals!
Teva Infant Psyclone Sandal Cute enough to stop Grandma in her tracks!
Teva Mush Sandal (Infant's) Ok, come on, who needs a reason to buy something this cute?
Teva Mush Sandal (Kid's) Soft, squishy and comfortable. It's called Mush for a reason.
Teva Spoiler Classic (Kids) For active kids

Paddles

Harmony Adventure Recreational Paddle Our #1 selling recreational paddle!
Hyside Guide Paddle Our #1 Selling Guide Paddle year after year.
Hyside IK Spoon Paddle This paddle is practically indestructible!
Hyside Standard T-Grip Paddle A raft paddle that is both durable and inexpensive.
Werner Amigo Paddle Smart choice for smaller paddlers.
Werner Carbon Sherpa Paddle The Sherpa's mid size blades are great for all around river runners.
Werner Desperado Paddle Most popular choice for entrants into whitewater.
Werner Double Diamond Bent Shaft Paddle When nothing but the best will do! Then this paddle is for you.
Werner Player Paddle Bent Shaft The Player Bent Shaft has a relaxed yet complex neutral bend for enhanced ergonomics. What does this mean to you? A neutral hand position for balance, comfort and control! Less Fatigue= more play!
Werner Player Paddle Straight Shaft The Player straight shaft is a great paddle for play and creek boaters.
Werner Powerhouse Paddle We like to think that Werner named this paddle after one of the rapids here on the Kern. The truth is, it's powerful!
Werner Powerhouse Paddle Bent Shaft Large balanced blades ideal for creek and river running
Werner Sherpa Paddle The Sherpa's mid size blades are ideal for river runners and moderate play boating.
Werner Sherpa Paddle Bent Shaft Ideal for all around river running and moderate play boating
Werner Stikine Whitewater Paddle The Stikine’s performance core blades are the ultimate creek and river running design.
Werner Twist Paddle The Twist, finally a play paddle for smaller boaters who don't want to sacrifice performance and want to play like the big boys!

Paddling Apparel

Chota Outdoor Gear 3/4 Finger Paddle Glove Strategically placed Neoprene, Spandex and PU Casting Leather provide for a snug fit and superior flexibility.
Chota Outdoor Gear Warm Water Glove Great sun protection for your most exposed skin.
Glacier Glove Fleece-lined Glacier Gloves Toasty warm gloves with little sacrifice for paddle-feel.
Glacier Glove Glacier Gloves A favorite of the Sierra South Paddle Team.
Glacier Glove Glacier Pogies Fits snugly, so less water circulates around your hands.
Glacier Glove Sun Gloves Protects your hands from harmful UV rays.
Immersion Research Comp LX Dry Top Comp LX Dry Top is a stretchy 3 layer waterproof/breathable garment that we think you'll love!
Immersion Research Comp LX Limited Edition Dry Top Our favorite dry top in snow camo
Immersion Research Long