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Exploring Utah's Salt Flats: Essential Kayaking Gear for Your Trip
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items Embark on an unforgettable journey exploring Utah's Salt Flats with our guide to essential kayaking gear. From sturdy paddles to waterproof storage, ensure you're fully equipped for adventure on these breathtaking waters.
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Kayaking Essentials: Safety Gear
Kayak Cooking Gear
Kayak Clothing: What to Wear
Kayaking Essentials: Safety Gear
With these essentials, you can confidently explore the waters while staying safe.
With its sturdy construction and inflatable design, it offers stability and maneuverability on even the most challenging rivers.
Rover Inflatable White Water Kayak
It’s a 3-season, lightweight tent that will keep you dry on your kayak trip.
NEMO Hornet 2 Tent | REI Co-op
This sleeping pad is super lightweight and the regular size only weighs 15.8 ounces.
Sea to Summit Ultralight Insulated Air Sleeping Pad - Women's | REI Co-op
The next essential that you need on your kayaking checklist is a sleeping bag. These Sleeping Bag is a 3-season sleeping bag made with 80% post-consumer recycled content.
NEMO Forte 20 Sleeping Bag - Women's | REI Co-op
Whether you’re planning on recreational lake kayaking or river kayaking, these will keep you safe on the water. This personal flotation device has. great fit and will stay out of the way when you’re paddling. It also has just enough pockets to stash ...
Kokatat Hustle PFD | REI Co-op
Makes it easy to remove unwanted water from your kayak. This will pump out 8 gallons per minute and has a full-length foam float so it won’t sink if you accidentally drop it in the water.
Nrs Kayak Bilge Pump Yellow One Size
This will give you some peace of mind while out on the water.
Adventure Medical Ultralight Watertight Kit
When you’re planning a multi-day trip, a GPS will help you locate yourself and find your way back. The Garmin inReach Explorer+ is a 2-way satellite communicator and lets you text, share your location, or call for help, even in areas without cell rec...
Handheld Satellite Communicator with GPS
It’s really bright and has easy to change settings including full strength in proximity, distance, dimming, strobe, and color modes.
Black Diamond Storm 400 Headlamp
These deploys a high-volume, atomized blast of concentrated spray to deter a bear attack. It sprays up to 32 feet and will completely empty in 7 seconds.
Counter Assault 32ft Bear Spray - 8.1 oz
Kayak Cooking Gear
With the right cooking gear, you can enjoy gourmet experiences even in the great outdoors.
It’s a great item to bring if you only want to pack freeze-dried meals or need some hot water for your morning coffee.
Flash Camping and Backpacking Stove System
When you’re kayaking in bear country, you want to make sure you don’t keep any food or strong smelling items inside of your tent to lessen the chance of bear vs. human conflict.
BearVault BV450 Jaunt Bear Canister | REI Co-op
Most backpacks have a slot for a water reservoir. It’s convenient to have one if you have to portage your kayak.
Crux 3-Liter Water Reservoir - Hydration Bladder
Having a water filter will allow you to get water from nearby streams or lakes, and will allow you to carry less water on your back.
Platypus GravityWorks Camping Water Filter System
It holds 16 oz. and will keep your drink nice and hot. My favorite thing about it is that it doesn’t burn your hands when you hold onto it.
Sea to Summit Delta InsulMug | REI Co-op
This bowl is collapsible and lays completely flat. This saves so much room in your pack. Also, it’s super easy to clean out.
Sea to Summit X Bowl
Made out of aluminum and super light to carry.
Sea to Summit Alpha Light Spoon - Long | REI Co-op
The legs on the coffee maker clip to your mug and make it so that the cone stays out of your freshly brewed coffee. At 0.4 ounces, it’s seriously the best addition to your overnight kayaking gear.
GSI Outdoors Ultralight Java Drip for Camping
Keep your food organized by using food storage bags.
Odorproof Dry Bags for Backpacking & Hiking
Kayak Clothing: What to Wear
With the right attire, you can enjoy your kayaking experience to the fullest, regardless of the conditions.
Keep your feet warm and dry by wearing waterproof boots while kayaking.
Women's 15 Inch Salmon Sisters Boot, Size 11
These socks feature a blend of merino wool, nylon, and Lycra® spandex, offering excellent moisture-wicking, breathability, and a snug fit.
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks - Women's | REI Co-op
A rash guard is perfect for kayaking and dries fast. Super comfy but it’s also super cute.
Carve Designs Women's Kona Rashguard
Stretchy, durable, and dry quickly. It always feels colder on the water and these pants will keep you warm.
Patagonia Centered Tights - Women's | REI Co-op
Keep you completely dry. It’s also great as a windbreaker. The jacket has roomy front zippered pockets and pit zips. You can also stuff the jacket into its own pocket, which makes it easily packable.
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Women's
Made with a 2.5 layer waterproof and breathable fabric. Lower zips let you vent your legs and zippered side pockets will hold your snacks. They also pack down into their own pocket
REI Co-op Essential Rain Pants - Women's Petite Sizes | REI Co-op