GREAT GEAR

BRIK LIFE VEST

The Stohlquist Brik life vest is the lowest profile vest available that's also US Coast Guard approved. Equipped with a "cinch" strap to keep it from riding up on your torso, and total upper body mobility without compromise, the Brik has revolutionized life jacket fit! Stohlquist WaterWare is a family company which has been on the water since 1969.

1-800-535-3565.

info@stohlquist.com.

Web: stohlquist.com.

SOLZ SPORTS SANDALS

Solz offers a range of rugged sport sandals that are equipped with hardwearing, nonslip, non-marking outer soles and contoured shock absorbing insoles. The fully adjustable, quick release straps are threaded through the sole, preventing them from detaching. The polypropolene webbing is non-rot and quick drying. These unisex sandals are packaged in multi-purpose, water resistant, zippered bags.

Distributed by Patriot Imports: 604- 469-7055.

info@patriotimports.com.

Web: patriotimports.com.

PADDLEFLOAT

In a solo rescue, a paddlefloat goes on one end of your paddle, while the other end slides under your deck bungees, creating an outrigger to provide stability for reentry. Natural West Coast Adventure Gear's hook and loop buckle system makes it easy to secure the paddlefloat to your paddle. It comes is 2 sizes: 8" or 9" wide. Paddlefloats may also be purchased with a mesh stirrup storage pocket for stirrup-assisted re-entry.

250-391-0331.

nwca@kayak.bc.ca.

Web: bckayaks.com.

OUTER CORE PADDLING SHIRT

Mountain Equipment Co-op has a lot of great paddling gear, including Kokatat's midweight, long-sleeved, insulating top with a paddling-specific cut that fits well under drysuits, drytops, or paddling jackets. The four-way stretch fabric has a comfortable, moisture-moving velour inner face, and a smooth knit outer face for minimum bulk, easy layering, and rapid drying.

Web: mec.ca.