Life Jackets & Safety

Life jackets, buoyancy aids, whistles, throw bags, lights and first-aid kits. Always check the label for U.S. Coast Guard approval and fit before you buy — our Safety Desk explains exactly what to look for.
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Canoes stacked upside down by a lake with autumn trees behindGear Guides
The Gear Desk9 min read

Winter Storage for Boards, Wetsuits and Water Toys

How to store kayaks, SUPs, inflatables, wetsuits, life jackets and small gear for the off-season so everything is ready to go next spring.
Surfer in a black full wetsuit riding a waveGear Guides
The Gear Desk7 min read

Wetsuit Thickness by Water Temperature: The Complete Chart

The complete wetsuit thickness chart in °F and °C: when to wear a 3/2, 4/3 or 5/4, when to add boots, gloves and a hood, and how to adjust.
Lightning bolt striking over a dark body of waterSafety & Skills
The Safety Desk8 min read

Reading Weather and Lightning Risk on the Water

How to read marine forecasts, wind and storm clouds, the lightning facts that matter, and exactly what to do when a storm catches you on the water.

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