Kathmandu Coast to Coast Compulsory Gear
Kathmandu Coast to Coast Stage 4 Kayak Leg Compulsory Gear list
Go to the source, the handbook for your event, for more details:
https://www.coasttocoast.co.nz/handbook
We may have other products in stock not listed on website. Give Ben a call to talk over options, fit difficult head sizes, check specs for your boat, etc.
Kathmandu Coast to Coast Stage 4 Kayak Leg Compulsory Gear list |
Our products that meet requirements |
No specific weight requirement. This is your next to skin layer.
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This is your mid layer - can be lightweight fleece or similar. Insulation properties approx. 220gsm or greater. |
Support your local outdoors shop |
Waterproof (seam sealed and constructed of durable material) long sleeved PADDLE SPECIFIC jacket - minimum of neoprene (or equivalent) cuffs & neck. Must be in good condition (not delaminating)
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DayTwo Coaster Jacket
Kokatat Stance Paddle Jacket |
No specific weight requirement
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No specific weight requirement. This is your next to skin layer.
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Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed of durable material).
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Rasdex Classic Pants |
Synthetic, neoprene, merino or similar
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Kayak must have pillars and two flotation/air bags or extensive watertight sealed compartments that are drainable. The minimum requirement is two rear floatation/ air bags of 20 litres each
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K-Gear Multisport Airbag 120cm (two needed per boat) |
Wing, whitewater or touring paddles accepted.
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Get in contact to see what we have in stock |
Neoprene/Waterproof and sized for kayak being paddled.
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DayTwo Neoprene or Nyloprene
Rasdex Spraydeck with watch holder + food pocket. |
Securely fitting, free of defects and of 50N minimum buoyancy (type 406 specialist PFD that complies with NZS standard) - must have a webbing cinch strap below ribcage.
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DayTwo Adventure Racer PFD
Rasdex Multisporter PFD
HIKO Endurance PFD |
Must be designed for paddle sports - bike helmets not acceptable.
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Hiko Buckaroo Helmet |
At least 10 metres. Recommend also towelling cloth for drying kayak so duct tape sticks.
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Support your local hardware shop |
Must be waterproof/seam sealed and capable of keeping gear dry when immersed in water.
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K-Gear Transparent Dry Bags 1x20L ($38.90) or 2x12L ($2x31.90). Best option depends on space behind boat seat or if boat has hatches. |
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Emergency Foil Bag
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Attached to outside of PFD or bib.
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Whistle & Tether (Rasdex)
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1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide crepe bandage, 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape, 10 Band-Aid strips, triangular bandage, scissors, 4 x pain relief tablets (always follow the directions for taking medications). |
Support your local pharmacy |
Likely you will want one of these!
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Contact us for what we have in stock and advice on what boat might be best for you. Barracuda or Ruahine varieties available. |