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A Personal Floatation Device or PFD as it's known as is not an accessory but an essential item to use when paddling - they come with varied features and in many shapes and sizes - the most important criteria when choosing one is to make sure it is the correct newtonage for your build and intended use and that it fits you snugly - please phone us for advice on which one is right for you....
Peak River Guide Vest: €180
  • Expedition sea kayak and river running paddlers
  • ISO approved
  • Olympic Gold medal cut with clean lined styling
  • Tough ripstop Cordura/ nylon shell
  • Neoprene sides with snag free concealed side adjustment
  • Figure hugging shoulder adjusters
  • 60-80N of environmentally friendly Gaia soft foam
  • Cavernous front pocket, knife pocket and twin Karabiner pockets with gear clip and drainage holes
  • Integrated shoulder, waist and harness system
  • Rh and LH quick release D ring for cows tail
  • S/M. L/XL. XXL
Peak Tourlite Zip: €120
  • General purpose Sea Kayak and SOT use
  • ISO approved
  • Olympic Gold medal cut with zip opening front and clean lined styling
  • Tough ripstop Cordura / nylon shell
  • Neoprene sides with snag free concealed side adjustment
  • Figure hugging shoulder adjusters
  • 60-80N of environmentally friendly Gaia soft foam
  • Two cavernous front pockets with gear clips and sewn drainage holes
  • Reflective front stripes and whistle
  • S/M. L/XL. XXL
NRS cVest: €120
  • Touring PFD
  • Six pockets, including one for a radio, provide lots of handy storage.
  • Accessory lash tab and lanyard loops on the front, beacon loop on the back, give you even more options for outfitting this vest.
  • Flotation is concentrated up front and behind the shoulders, with a mesh lower back that lets you recline, relax and stay cool.
  • SOLAS reflective tape on front and back provides outstanding low-light visibility.
  • Eight adjustment points ensure a snug, secure fit.
  • Large arm openings allow for unobstructed movement while paddling or rowing.
  • Jacket is certified in accordance with CE EN 393.
Astral V-8: €115
  •  Use - Rec / Fishing / Tour
  • Mesh back perfect for high SOT backrests.
  •  Front Center Zip
  •  PE Foam & EVA Foam
  • 200 x 400 Denier Ripstop Nylon
  • Breathable Polyester Mesh
  • Polypro webbing
  • YKK® Self Locking Vislon Teeth Zipper
  • Heavy duty Acetal hardware
  • 1.22 lbs / 19.52 oz / 553.83 gr
  • S/M = 31-37”  M/L = 38-44”  L/XL = 45-51
NRS Vista: €85
  • Multipurpose PFD to suit many uses
  • ​​7 adjustment points tighten the Vista to fit your body securely.
  • 420-denier nylon outer shell resists snags and tears for many seasons of dedicated use.
  • PVC-free foam panels provide comfortable all around flotation.
  • Two pockets with hook-and-loop closures easily hold your important accessories.
  • Lash tab provides secure location for attaching a rescue knife.
  • This jacket is certified in accordance with CE EN 393.
NRS Chinook: €105
  • Designed with anglers in mind with seven pockets.
  • Mesh lower back for high-back seats and provides ventilation when the weather gets warm.
  • Eight adjustment points lets you customize the fit for comfort and security.
  • Soft PlushFIT™ foam flotation conforms to your body as you wear it for unsurpassed comfort.
  • Coil tool retractor to clip on line snips, forceps or other tools that you want to have handy.
  • D-ring on the back for attaching your net, plus a strobe holder loop for those low light conditions.
  • Other outstanding features include rod holder loops, a knife lash tab, and multiple D-rings and attachment loops.
  • Jacket is certified in accordance with CE EN 393.
Gul Recreational: €50
  • General purpose Recreational use
  • 50N buoyancy
  • CE EN393 approved 
  • Durable rip-stop CE approved nylon
  • Super soft, lightweight PVC foam
  • Self-draining key pocket
  • Fully adjustable webbed belt
  • Adjustable webbing thigh straps (Junior size only)
  • YKK Front zip
  • Elasticated snug fit waist
  • Highly durable seams
  • Junior / SM / LXL
Gul Dartmouth Lifejacket: €40
  • Children's Life Jacket
  • 100N buoyancy
  • ISO approved life jacket
  • Solas approved reflective tape on collar
  • CE approved hard wearing outer
  • 40mm Nylon webbing waist belt
  • Adjustable webbing thigh straps
  • Soft layered foam
  • YKK front Zip
  • Toddler / Child sizes
Darrens Kayaks,
Durrus,
Bantry,
Co.Cork 
Ireland

Phone: 00 353 (0)27 61515
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