Seattle Sports Basic Paddler’s Safety Kit Review
The Seattle Sports Basic Paddler’s Safety Kit is a must-have for every canoe or kayak. This basic safety kit includes all the essentials such as an extra-loud bright orange safety whistle, emergency paddle float, and a hand-operated 8-gallon-per-minute bilge pump. The premium quality high visibility paddle features a dual-chambered design with oversized air bladders for maximum buoyancy, and quick-release buckles for fast and easy attachment and removal. The safety whistle features a swiveling snap hook for fast attachment to a PFD or lifejacket. The entire Seattle Sports Basic Paddler’s Safety Kit is nicely packed in a drawstring mesh bag for convenient storage in your canoe or kayak.
Product Features and Specifications
- Dual-Chambered Paddle Float: This paddle float features a dual-chambered design with oversized air bladders for maximum buoyancy and quick-release buckles for fast and easy attachment and removal to eliminate loss in windy conditions.
- Safety/Rescue Whistle: Four functions in one: a compass, thermometer, LED light, and a high-decibel whistle in one compact package.
- Bilge Pump:This hand-operated 8-gallon-per-minute bilge pump features an easy-grab handle and super-strong pump shaft. Made form heavy-duty impact resistant plastic.
- Pumping Capacity: 8gpm (Gallons Per Minute)
- Dimensions: 21.5 tall with 1.75 inch diameter
- Weight: 10 oz.
Overall Review
I would rate my Seattle Sports Basic Paddler’s Safety Kit review as a 4 out of 5 stars. With an MSRP of $59.95, this basic kayak and canoe safety kit is the perfect way to safely enjoy the water on a budget. While you can certainly find a nicer bilge pump, the action on the Seattle Sports pump is actually pretty smooth. It feels very solid in your hands, but still maintains a very light weight. For most paddler’s, this bilge pump will work perfectly as a safety backup.
The paddle float and safety whistle are also very nice quality. I really like the jumbo air bladders in the paddle float; it seems much more buoyant than others I’ve seen on the market. What can I say, the whistle is just a whistle, but it is nice quality and will do the job nicely as well. If you’re looking for a good and reliable safety kit for your canoe or kayak at an affordable price, look no further than the Seattle Sports Basic Paddler’s Safety Kit.
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