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The Whetman Equipment River Rat 12m is one of our smallest and most compact throwlines. Whether you are whitewater kayaking or taking part in a variety of watersports such as coasteering. If you are seeking something that is easy to use and extremely simple to store in the pocket of your PFD. This is the kayak throw bag to use. Designed and manufactured here in the UK, the River Rat 12m It features an amazingly simple and flat and uncomplicated design, which has a roll closure top, which is east to secure with a Velcro closure system. Internally, the rope is 12m in length and 9mm in diameter. The rope also floats and incorporates a 5.5kN breaking strength. The rear of the bag also incorporates two sets of eyelets for ease of mounting on a waist belt.

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 Kit Katcher is designed to secure your gear effectively while kayaking. Featuring dual mesh pouches – one front-facing and one rear-facing (towards the paddler) – this innovative accessory ensures your spare paddle blades are safely stowed and protected from loss. Keep your paddles safe and within reach with the Whetman Equipment Kit Katcher, the essential solution for every serious kayaker.

The Whetman Equipment Limpet Throwline, one of the lightest and most compact options we sell. This kayak throwline is ideal for sea kayakers, where the requirements are not all about strength. It is quite often, more about the accessibility of the person in need of help. The Limpet has an exceptionally small and compact design which makes for easy storage on the deck of your kayak. The lightweight and compact size also enables you to throw it with ease from sea kayak. The Limpet features a durable fabric construction, which is flat in design. The top of the bag incorporates a roll top closure which secures with a Velcro tab. The rear of the bag features sewn eyelets, to enable it to be compatible with a waist belt system. As for the rope, this is 14m in length, it has a 6mm diameter and a braided construction, it also floats. The breaking strength of this rope is quite low at 200daN / 2kN. However, please remember it is designed to rescue a swimmer, not a waterlogged kayak.

The Whetman Equipment Colca Throwline is a great option for a variety of water-based activities. Whether you are whitewater kayaking, gorge walking or you are a water rescue technician, this throwline will do the job. The Colca Throwline features a Kernmantle 16/16 braided floating rope. It measures 20m length and is 10mm in diameter. The rope also features a 12kN breaking strength. The Colca features a very flat and low-profile design, so it is easy to store when not in use. It has a tough and durable fabric construction and is secured via roll top closure with a single buckle. The bag ius easy to pack, due to the wide opening beck. The rope also exits the bag on the base, so you can clip in with a karabiner. The final feature of the Colca are the sewn eyelets on the back, to make it compatible with a waist mounted belt system.

The Whetman Equipment Patria Throwline is a great choice for a wide range of water-based activities. If you are looking to progress with your whitewater kayaking or you want to explore the thrills and spills of coasteerig. A throwline is an essential piece of water rescue gear. The Patria Throwline incorporates a Kernmantle 16/16 braided floating rope. It measures 8mm in diameter and 20m in length. The rope also comes with a rating of 6.6kN breaking strength. The Patria has a low-profile design, and is exceptionally easy to store when not in use. The fabric construction is tough and durable and features a secure roll top closure which secures with a buckle. The bag has a wide opening neck, which makes it easy to pack. The rope also emerges from the bag on the base, this enables you to clip in with a karabiner. The final feature of the Patria are the sewn eyelets on the back, to make it compatible with a waist mounted belt system.

The Whetman Equipment Sea Contact Tow MKII, a small compact sea kayak towline that is ideal for close proximity towing. It’s also great as a small fast towline for use in real emergency situations. Whetman Equipment has designed the Sea Contact Tow Line to feature their new and unique kraken karabiner and also their new cam buckle release system. Both of which feature a stainless steel construction.

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.