White Water Kayaking

The Spade Kayaks The Royal Flush, is a highly versatile river running kayak that’s suitable for paddlers in the 70 - 120kg weight range. Whilst the Royal Flush is a single sized whitewater kayak, smaller paddlers should have a look at the Spade Kayaks, The Black Jack. The Royal Flush is a great river running kayak, whether you’re an experienced paddler or getting out for your first winter season. There is a nice amount of rocker which will make for softer landings. The rails are also nice and soft, for plenty of forgiveness. The large easy access cockpit has a comfortable seat, which incorporates hip pads and a seat pad. There is also a backrest and thigh grips for additional support. The front of the kayak features a bulkhead footrest, which gives great protection against any impact.

The Streamlyte Freeway Elite is a top of the range whitewater kayak paddle that's been designed to provide the best levels of performance in the most demanding of conditions. This paddle incorporates large lightweight carbon paddle blades that are mounted on an extreme carbon paddle shaft. This paddle is light in weight making it easy to handle whilst on the water, however due to the high pressure prepreg moulding they also deliver great levels of strength.

The Streamlyte Freeway Premier is a high end kayaking paddle that is particularly well suited towards whitewater. Whether you're creeking, river running or taking part in freestyle, this is a great option. Streamlyte paddles are fully manufactured and assembled here in the UK. The Streamlyte Freeway Premier kayak paddles features a fibreglass paddle shaft. This is then fitted with a pair of asymmetric blades which are made from a blend of glass and diolen to give the best levels of stiffness and durability.

The Streamlyte Kidzstix Foundation is a great first time kayak paddle for the smaller junior paddlers. This child’s paddle features a fibreglass paddle shaft which is partnered with a pair of short fibre reinforced polypropylene paddle blades that are asymmetric in shape. With junior paddlers in mind, both the glass paddle shaft and the paddle blades have been reduced in size. The paddle shaft is narrower than a regular shaft and the paddle blades are also reduced in surface area.

The Streamlyte Kinetix SX Enthusiast is a mid-range white-water kayak paddle that's been designed and manufactured here in the UK. It's ideal for river running, playboating and even a bit of kayak surfing. The Kinetic SX features a pair of asymmetric paddle blades, manufactured from injection moulded nylon 12. The paddle blades are then mounted on a semi carbon for greater strength at a reduced weight. This is a great option for paddlers who are looking for the best levels of performance, durability and strength, without a huge increase in price.

The Streamlyte Riverstix Foundation is a great entry level kayak paddle. This kayak paddle is perfect for learning basic skills in the pool, taking your first trip onto open water, and then challenging yourself with some basic whitewater. The Streamlyte Riverstix feature asymmetric paddle blades which feature a polypropylene construction, these are then mounted on a heavy-duty fibreglass paddle shaft. Whilst these kayaking paddles might not be the lightest, They do offer great levels of durability.

The TNP Kayak Asymmetric is a versatile kayak paddle that's available in three different sizes. It is also available in both right hand and left hand options. This paddle features an alloy shaft that is fitted with kayak drip rings, the paddle shaft has also been slightly shaped in the hand areas to make it more ergonomic. The blades are made from a tough hard-wearing plastic which offers reasonable levels of stiffness.

The TNP Asymmetric Junior Kayak Paddle is a versatile option, offered in three sizes and available for both right and left-handed users. It comes with an alloy shaft, equipped with kayak drip rings for added convenience. The shaft is ergonomically shaped in the hand areas for improved comfort. The blades are constructed from durable plastic, providing reasonable stiffness.

The TNP Rapa Glass 4 Piece (& Bag) is an emergency kayak paddle that comes supplied with a dry bag for storage. This split kayak paddle packs down small enough so it can be easily stored, even in the smallest of river running kayaks. When out whitewater kayaking, carrying the correct kayak safety gear is very important. After a capsize, if you loose your kayak paddle, getting to the end of the river can become difficult, however with a pair of split paddles you will be fine!

The Typhoon Chisel 12cm Blunt Ended Knife is made with high carbon stainless steel. It has a full length shaft and handle end to allow it to be used as a hammer and comes with a matching sheath.

The Typhoon Dragon 7cm Knife is a stainless steel backup knife complete with a push-lock system and a rubberised grip for comfort with the lanyard fixing point. Comes with matching sheath.

The Up and Under Foam Block is ideal for fitting out a kayak or even making a number of foam boaters. This kayaking closed cell foam is great for many applications. It is perfect for making a kayak footrest and also carving and shaping into a set of kayak hip pads. This kayaking foam is available in two different size options 50cm x 40cm, or 100 x 40cm. (size may vary +/- 5mm). However they both feature the same thickness of 8cm.

The VE Paddles Aircore Creeker - Carbon Shaft is one of the best white-water paddles you can buy, it's ideal for negotiating the hardest and steepest of rivers, as well as being perfect for kayak surfing. This smooth and well-balanced, all-round kayak paddle features a narrower, mid-sized blade that tapers towards the neck, providing a gradual power transfer along the length of the stroke, making it ideal for long days on the river. Comes supplied as standard with a ground carbon shaft that's stiffer and lighter than VE's glass shaft, for when reaction times really matter. If you're looking for a shaft with more flex, have a look at the glass version.

The VE Paddles Aircore Creeker - Cranked Carbon Shaft has been designed as a smooth and well balanced, all-round kayak paddle. Made with 100% carbon fibre that's been pre-impregnated with toughened epoxy resin, the Aircore Creeker has an ergonomic moulded grip that's angled for neutral wrist alignment and neutral blade offset for low torque. This reduces grip stress and provides unmatched blade awareness.

The VE Paddles Aircore Pro - Carbon Shaft is a premium kayak paddle that will tune up the performance of your freestyle kayaking, making it perfect for playboating. It features downwards tilting blades that ensure they pass close to the kayak, whilst built-in air pockets make sure they're still buoyant in the water, which is great for bow stalls! The Aircore Pro's full carbon construction provides optimum levels of performance and the paddle blades get thicker towards the ends, further enhancing the durability of the paddle.