Safety and Rescue

The Whetman Equipment River Rat is a small and compact 12m kayak throw bag. This kayak throw line is ideal for whitewater kayaking, where you just want a short length of rope for close reach work. The River Rat is also ideal for use in other sports such as Ghyll Scrambling and Gorge Walking.

The Whetman Equipment Deck QR is a quick release element to build into your system as a safety back up for emergency release when towing or linking boats/gear in a water environment

The Whetman Equipment Colca 20m is a versatile and user-friendly kayak throw line, suitable for a variety of watersports. When paired with a Whetman Equipment Water Belt, it becomes a popular choice for white water rafting. Durable and reliable, this throw line enhances safety and performance on the water.

The Whetman Equipment Patria 20m Throw Bag is a versatile and user-friendly essential for kayaking enthusiasts. Designed with an aerodynamic shape, it ensures effortless and accurate throws. The ergonomic design makes repacking quick and simple, so you're always ready for your next adventure on the water.

The HF Equipment Little Fish is the ultimate compact and lightweight kayak throw bag, perfect for seamless storage in the pocket of your kayaking PFD. Its small size makes it ideal for scenarios where a short reach is needed, such as gorge walking or sit-on-top kayaking. Despite its compact form, the Little Fish delivers reliable performance, ensuring safety and convenience on your water adventures.

The Palm Side Swing HMS Autolock Karabiner is constructed of anodised aluminium and a side-swing autolock gate. The wide, rounded shape allows a larger opening angle for a 26mm opening.

The Whetman Equipment Kraken Sea Kayak Karabiner is a stainless steel karabiner designed specifically for sea kayak towlines. Please note that it is intended for kayaking purposes and does not have technical ratings for climbing or mountaineering.

The Whetman Equipment Orosi 15m is a highly versatile kayak throw bag that is a great addition to any kayak safety kit. The Orosi 15m also works well with the Whetman Water Belt so it can be waist mounted.

The Whetman Equipment Wizard's Sleeve is another innovative design from Steve Whetman's workshop. This essential piece of kayak safety gear provides extra reach for river rescues.

The Whetman Equipment mesh stash bag, a great option for keeping the smaller parts of your kayaking safety gear all together in one place. This kayak safety kit bag features a mesh construction, this makes its easy to dry at the end of the day. The bag also has a draw string top so its easy to get things in and out.

The Whetman Equipment Bait Ring, a great piece of rescue gear that is perfect in your kayak safety kit. It is also perfect for upgrading the belay ring on the rear of your whitewater kayaking PFD.

The Whetman King Python is a new style kayak safety tape that starts to take river rescue to a new limit. The King Python is a a must have for your river rescue kit.

The Whetman Equipment Deck Tape 4m is a straightforward yet effective tow line designed for sit-on-top kayaks and stand-up paddle boards. Measuring 4 meters in length, it includes a quick-release system at both ends for ease of use.

This cEdelrid Rescue Canyoning Knife is very small. Ideal when trying to pack minimally. Using the included plastic holder, the knife can be easily attached to a harness for quick access when required. Despite its small size it can cut with ease due to the sharp, serrated edge but is safe to use in rescues because of the blunted tip.

The Palm Bolt throw bag is equipped with 20m of manageable 11mm polypropylene cored floating rope, boasting a robust breaking strain of 10kN. Versatile for both haul line use and person-to-person rescues, it neatly packs into a wide-neck bag secured by a quick and efficient Fidlock magnetic closure.

The Palm Screw Gate Karabiner is an essential addition to your kayak safety gear. Crafted by Palm specifically for kayaking, this carabiner boasts an alloy construction with an anodised finish. The screw lock system on the gate ensures heightened safety during use, with a maximum gate opening of 23mm.