The Palm FXr PFD has been designed to be feature rich and it's a great starting point for getting into whitewater kayaking.
This PFD features an over the head design and has multiple sets of adjustment to achieve a snug and secure fit on the paddlers torso. The FXr has a 3d cut that starts at the waist adjustment, there are then two further tension straps on each side of the chest, the final adjustment to achieve the optimum fit comes from the shoulder adjustment straps.
Some of the snug and secure fit also comes from the chest harness, which is also one of the main safety features. A chest harness can be used in multiple ways and with the addition of the kayak cow tail it can be used to set up a secure anchor point. The front of the FXr PFD then has a large pocket and a second smaller pocket on the upper chest. The main pocket is easy to access via a zip, the pocket is perfect for the storage of a kayak safety tape and a rescue karabiner. The second smaller pocket is accessed via a small press stud, this is perfect for storing a kayak safety knife.
Features:3D anti ride-up waistbelt 7075 aluminium hardware APC O-ring Comfort Fit Easy Glide nylon straps UCLan adjustable chest harness (patent GB2492084) Utility-draw front pocket Daisy chain webbing clip-in points Dual split D-ring cowtail parks Easy access knife sleeve Elastic strap keepers Internal pocket compartments Pullover entry Reflective details Shoulder straps tested to 3.2 kN Webbing lash points
The Palm Horizon Shorts are the perfect option for use on those warm summer days. Whether you're sit on top kayaking, paddle boarding or whitewater kayaking; these shorts are a great option. They feature a 2 layer fabric outer which is waterproof and on the inside they have a fleece lining for added warmth and comfort. They also have a drawstring waist and the right leg has a small zip access pocket that's ideal for a waterproof key pouch.
The Palm Hook Gloves are the perfect choice for use in the colder months. These warm neoprene gloves are a great choice for sports such as kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and open water swimming. They feature a glued and blind-stitched construction to make them warmer and more resistant to water ingress. They also incorporate an additional quick-drying liner for added warmth. The fingers are pre-curled into a more natural paddling position and they feature a set of pairing studs to prevent you from losing them.
The Palm Glide is an inflatable PFD that's stored in a bumbag. In the event that you need to use it, you simply just remove it, slide it over the head and inflate it. When it comes to inflating, there are two options; you either use the pull tab to activate the CO2 cylinder for gas inflation or use the manual air tube and blow it up yourself. It offers 100N of buoyancy so you will float well in the water and the bumbag also has a small front pocket for storage.
A variety of plastic rods used to weld plastic kayaks. Best suited to Dagger, Islander and Wilderness Systems craft.
The Palm Cascade Suit is a multi-purpose drysuit with a front entry. This drysuit is packed full of features, including a diagonal zip for ease of entry, latex wrist and neck gaskets, YKK AquaSeal zips and reinforced panels on the elbows, seat and knees.
The Palm Bora Women's Suit is a top spec drysuit that's been designed for the female form. The Bora suit gives some of the best levels of performance and is easily accessed via a zip across the shoulders. With a glideskin neoprene neck seal and latex wrists, this suit will keep you totally dry. For extreme cold weather there's a large hood that also works when worn over a kayaking helmet. The reflective detailing helps to give good visibility on nighttime kayaking trips.
The Palm 3D Canoe float bags are a whole new approach to floatation for Canadian Canoes. They are available in 3 different sizes and the 3D shape to ensures that they fit into the ends of your canoe more efficiently. They also feature anchor points along the top edges of the bag to help secure the bags in place. They are easily inflated thanks to the inflation tube and this can be sealed with a twist valve. In the event that you need to deflate them, there is a large dump valve.
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