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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....
Winter discount 10 % off while stocks last...
Peak River Guide Vest: €175
  • 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: €125
  • 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: €125
  • Designed specifically for touring, the high-back flotation accommodates most sea kayaking seats and the mesh lower back adds welcome ventilation during long days on the water.
  • Two lash tabs and numerous d-rings offer endless opportunities for attaching a rescue knife, strobe, whistle and other accessories.
  • Two large zippered pockets and two small, dual-entry clamshell pockets provide multiple storage options.
  • Six adjustment points for a customisable fit and front-entry zipper for easy wearing.
  • 400 denier ripstop nylon fabric.
  • 3M reflective accents throughout the jacket for added visibility in low-light conditions.
  • 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
  • ​The Vista is a medium profile PFD.
  • With a lightweight, flexible design platform, the Vista wraps around the core and moves with the body for all-day comfort.
  • 400 denier nylon fabric construction ensures durability through seasons of wear and tear.
  • Six adjustment points for a customizable fit and front-entry zipper for easily slipping the jacket on and off.
  • The Vista is rounded out with one large zippered pocket, lash tab and reflective accents for better visibility in low-light conditions.
  • Certified in accordance with CE EN 393.
NRS Chinook: €90 whilst stocks last - New 2019 model €125 arriving soon... 
  • 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.
NRS Vapor: €85
  • The NRS Vapor offers high end features at a friendly price.
  • Entry and adjustment is easy. Just open the two side buckles, slip the jacket on and buckle up. Once adjusted, it fits right every time.
  • The soft foam wraps around your body and moves with you for "I forgot I had it on" comfort.
  • The action-cut design frees your arms for unrestricted paddling and rowing, and its light weight will never slow you down.
  • The chest zipper opens a huge pocket that covers the front of the jacket.
  • Behind the pocket is a roomy hand warmer pouch for chilly fingers.
  • Also includes a lash tab for your knife and reflective piping for low-light visibility.
  • Jacket is certified in accordance with CE EN 393.
Gul Recreational: €55
  • 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: €45
  • 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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