Description:
The four basics every touring kayak should carry. The NRS Basic Touring Safety Kit (NRS item 50017.01) bundles a whistle, a paddle float, a bilge pump and a boat sponge, the core items a kayak should not leave shore without. It is an easy way for rescue teams, instructors and patrol programs to outfit each boat the same way. Shop more water rescue equipment.
Features
- Fox 40 Epik Whistle: a pea-less design suited to wet conditions, loud, with a cushioned mouth grip and a breakaway lanyard.
- NRS Paddle Float: two chambers that each displace 7 liters; inflate one for a self-rescue and keep the second as a backup.
- NRS Bilge Pump: a heavy-duty pump that moves 8 gallons a minute, with a foam float that keeps it from sinking if dropped overboard.
- NRS Deluxe Boat Sponge: picks up the last water, sand and silt the pump cannot reach.
Specifications
- Weight: 1.9 lbs
- Includes: Fox 40 Epik Whistle, NRS Paddle Float, NRS Bilge Pump, NRS Deluxe Boat Sponge
- Paddle float: 2 chambers, 7 liters each
- Bilge pump: 8 gallons per minute, with foam float
Sizes & options
Sold as a single item; there are no options to choose.
Questions about the Basic Touring Safety Kit
What comes in the Basic Touring Safety Kit?
A Fox 40 Epik Whistle, an NRS Paddle Float, an NRS Bilge Pump and an NRS Deluxe Boat Sponge.
How fast does the bilge pump work?
The NRS Bilge Pump moves 8 gallons a minute, and its foam float keeps it from sinking if it goes overboard.
How much flotation does the paddle float have?
Each of its two chambers displaces 7 liters, almost 2 gallons. You only need one chamber for a self-rescue; the second adds dependability.
What is the difference from the Deluxe Touring Safety Kit?
The Deluxe kit adds a paddle leash and a mesh deck bag to carry everything. This Basic kit covers the four core items.
Is the Basic Touring Safety Kit rated for fire or heat?
No. It is kayak safety gear. It is not flame resistant and is not rated for fire or high-heat use.
Where can I buy the NRS Basic Touring Safety Kit?
Right here. The Public Safety Store is an authorized NRS dealer. Outfitting a rescue team or need help with sizing? Contact us. Every order is covered by our price match guarantee and easy 30-day returns.
California Proposition 65 warning: This product can expose you to di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
