Slings and Tapes

This 5m tape rolls compactly, perfect for storage in a PFD front pocket. Useful as a single 5m length of tape for reach rescues, or can be knotted with a tape knot to form a sling. The tape also has an eye sewn into one end that can be used to attach a karabiner. The opposite end also features velcro, to enable it to stay rolled up while in your pocket.

The Palm Snake Sling, a 4m kayaking rescue sling that is made from a 25mm Nylon tubular webbing that gives it a 10Kn breaking strain. An essential piece of river safety kit, ideal for white water kayakers.

The Palm Throwline Rope is a floating rope to replace your worn out throwline or for a variety of other uses. It has a 10mm diameter and is made from polypropylene. This rope is highly visible in the water so easily visible from your kayak.

The Peak UK Rescue Tape, a great piece of whitewater kayak safety gear that is highly versatile in many rescue situations. This kayak safety tape has a tensile strength of 10kN.

8mm floating line from Whetman Equipment, sold by the metre.

The Anaconda is a 3 metre length of webbing with a steel ring on one end and a 25mm loop on the other.

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 deck tape is a simple and effective kayak tow line that's perfect for use with sit on top kayaks and stand up paddle boards This measures 4m in length and has a quick release system at both ends.

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 Mega 8 Python is a 8m length web sling designed specifically for river rescue applications. The Mega Python has a ring on one end and an open loop to receive karabiners on the other. It has a breaking strength in excess of 10kN.

The Whetman Equipment Python 5m Ring Sling is a kayaking safety tape that offers a variety of different uses. It is a great part of any kayaking safety kit as it’s compact and easy to store.