
Top 5 Pieces of Paddling Gear | The Essential Kayak and Canoe Gear
Jan 16, 2026
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If you're new to paddling, it can be hard to know what to take with you out on the water. So in this video, I'm letting you know what my top 5 pieces of paddling gear are and why I consider them essential pieces of gear for canoeing and kayaking.
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Gear I have tested and recommend:
Paddles:
Aqua-bound Shred (whitewater) https://tidd.ly/3HRZCyq
Aqua-bound Manta Ray Carbon 2-piece (rec/touring) https://tidd.ly/3jND8qB
PFDs:
NRS Chinook PFD (fishing) https://tidd.ly/3XodlTv
NRS Zen PFD (whitewater) https://tidd.ly/3Yy7yMk
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