KAYAK SAFETY: Safety gear that might save your life or help you avoid trouble on your kayaking trip

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In this video, I (Patrik Vuorio) provide a comprehensive overview of the #kayaking #safety gear I use. Safety is paramount during paddling! The extent of the equipment I bring obviously varies depending on each trip and its conditions, and which kayak I use. The equipment shown covers a range from basic gear up to advanced trips, in this case a fast touring (less stable) high pressure inflatable kayak, the Itiwit X500 Strenfit. Note that the video has chapters for easy reference to different topics.
Feel free to use the video as a reminder, for inspiration, or for learning about different types of kayaking safety gear! If you have questions, ideas, comments, or would like to share your own experiences or setup, feel free to contribute in the comments below.
Sea kayaks and other types of kayaks have some particular needs and specific gear might vary, but most of these tips are universal, with some exceptions. A pontoon-style stable inflatable kayak might not really need a paddle float, for example.
Presentation by Patrik Vuorio. Filmed August 2022.
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--------- Contents of this video ---------
00:00 - Intro
02:50 - Clothing
03:32 - PFD (personal flotation device)
04:14 - Visibility
04:49 - Gear in my life jacket
08:26 - Spare paddle and leash
09:26 - Paddle float, pump, sponge
10:48 - Spray skirt
11:49 - Rescue/tow rope
13:18 - Dry bags
13:46 - Spare clothes
14:08 - Color coding
14:37 - Emergency gear
17:18 - Emergency repair
18:12 - Light
20:04 - Electronics
20:51 - Summary
22:26 - Acknowledgements
Inflatable kayaks seen in video:
* Itiwit X500 Strenfit by ‪@itiwitbydecathlon6708‬
* AdvancedFrame Ultralite by ‪@advancedelements‬
* AdvancedFrame Expedition Elite by ‪@advancedelements‬
* Kokopelli Moki Lite by ‪@kokopellioutdoor‬
* Itiwit X100+ 2P (tandem) by ‪@itiwitbydecathlon6708‬
* Kokopelli Moki II by ‪@kokopellioutdoor‬
A special thank you to my friend who volunteered to help filming most of the presentation clips, which was done as an improvized filming session during a kayak trip south of Tyresö castle in the larger Stockholm area, Sweden. His channels are as follows:
RU-vid: ‪@paddlaistockholm‬
Blog (in Swedish): Paddla i Stockholm ( paddlaistockholm.nu/ )
Also a special thank you to Beatrice Riisi Huumonen for help with additional review and notes.
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@AirOnTheWater 6 дней назад

Thank you everyone for the positive engagement! If you find videos like these helpful and would like to support the Air On The Water project, there's the possibility to join as a member and receive access to bonus content. It's only a few $, but makes a difference and helps make future content sustainable! You can also "buy me a coffee" - link on the main page. ru-vid.com/show-UCKvtq_W4MMt_QfPQU7Kl8oAjoin

@Richard-bs8xe 4 месяца назад

Thank you for a well thought out paddling safety video.

@AirOnTheWater 4 месяца назад

Thank you for the positive feedback! Fun fact: the general idea of a video like this was present before the paddle trip when this was recorded, but the content and structure was actually improvized during a break on land! (Though of course, there was a broad thinking process about how to do something like this before the trip).

@THE-RIVER-RAT Год назад

Excellent video mate with some very good information. When you were talking about the bilge pump I was also waiting for you to mention that you can attack another kayak with it lol...

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Haha, thank you. No, I keep my battle strategies to myself... 😂

@Fishaholicboy Год назад

Very comprehensive video! Thanks for sharing.. It’s always better to be safe than sorry!

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Thank you! Indeed! Most of the trips I never use much of the gear, but I'm always grateful I had that extra resource with me on the occasions that I do...

@laurentvenet2758 9 месяцев назад

Great video and gray channel content. Your English is also amazing, super clear. Thank You

@AirOnTheWater 9 месяцев назад

Glad to hear. Thanks! 🙂

@leeannswaid Год назад

Thank you very much for this video i enjoyed it even though I never been kayaking 😊

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you for the positive feedback! Hope you get the chance to go out kayaking in the near future - it's an amazing way of exploring the outdoors!

@GaneshD123 Год назад

Excellent!

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Thank you! Glad you liked the video 🙂

@danareed1656 Год назад

great info thank you!

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Glad you found it useful 😎

@Max_Shooter Год назад

I’m beginner so a lot of good information for me🤩. Thank You, and sub is ON😉👍🏻

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Glad to hear it and glad to be of help 😎 I learned a lot from other kayakers' videos and information online when I started out, so now I'm happy if I can be of assistance for others starting out or to help inspire. Wish you happy paddles 😎

@VictorElGreco Год назад

I chuckle to myself at the thought of bringing camping equipment- lakeside camping being illegal in many places to prevent littering. In an emergency, I’d pitch my tent just to be rescued- also arrested- by the Parks Department. 🤣

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Heh! Good strategy, in an emergency, pitch your tent and they'll come running to scold you, easy way to get rescued!

@bbstriker Год назад

Thank you a great video. You have missed VHF marine radio when sea kayaking- essential safety item.

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Thank you for the positive feedback! You are right, many sea kayakers use VHF radio as an important communications resource. I mention PLB (Personal Locator Beacon) in a text comment in the video as I'm looking into purchasing one, but not VHF radio which I haven't used myself and the video is based on equipment I use personally. Good you mention this. Happy kayaking!

@restonthewind 4 месяца назад

Thanks for many useful suggestions. I'm taking a two night trip through the Okefenokee Swamp next month. Will be my first expedition with an Itiwit X500. Hadn't thought of an extra paddle, but I have one so why not? I had thought of a repair kit, but you make a good point about the time needed to patch with the kit. I wonder if even Gorilla tape will stop a leak at 10 psi, but I'll grab some anyway.

@AirOnTheWater 4 месяца назад

Glad you found it useful! Yes, for a longer or overnight trip I'd definitely recommend an extra paddle. People do break them every now and then. I had to tape a multi-part paddle last month. A repair kit is key indeed. Screwdrivers for multi-part paddles, and any tape for patching needs to be adapted for being waterproof/to stick on wet surfaces of course. Stormsure glue can also be helpful for patching up. A deck bag such as the Itiwit 30L bag on top of the X500 front deck has also been helpful for me during expeditions. The 30L or 20L bag if available is adapted specifically to match the holder openings on the X500.

@restonthewind 4 месяца назад

@@AirOnTheWater I finally found a 65L dry bag large enough for my pump. It'll ride on the deck. Should be fine with bungees. I have a 40L bag (not from Decathlon). It's not long enough for the pump, but it fits snugly in the rear compartment with my sleeping bag. Hadn't thought of a screwdriver either. Thanks, again.

@AirOnTheWater 4 месяца назад

@@restonthewind Nice! I actually have a 65L drybag, though I haven't really put it to good use. I have way too many deck bags, in fact 🙂But I also have too many kayaks, so it's good to be able to adapt to circumstances and different models on different trips. Wish you the very best of luck for your expedition next month! Let me know if any questions come up. I have a video coming up probably in the next week or two on how I pack the X500, so feel free to check the channel later this month.

@michaelglogowski6589 Год назад

Why didn’t mention about VHF radio with DSC, Personal locator beacon PLB, eventually garmin inreach tracker . Recently I was at situation when I was alone and conditions changed dramatically that I was unable to paddle and I needed to use vhf radio to call help. Never go to sea waters without it

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Hi Michael! Thank you for contributing! Very good notes and as you say that can be critical in isolated emergency situations. For some more complicated paddles I've done, a co-paddler has had a PLB. If you look at the notes at the end of the video, I mention that I am considering purchasing a PLB for such situations. VHF radio is used by some kayakers and a very important tool, but not something I've had access to while paddling myself so far. Glad you made it ok from the tough situation.

@jocelynsertich2686 Год назад

I was considering getting some sort of radio for emergency situations since I live in a high fire area, but taking it when I paddle on some of the remote lakes here was also a consideration.

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

@@jocelynsertich2686 Sounds like a good idea to look into!

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

I'll come back with a follow-up comment on this; as mentioned I've been considering investing in a PLB and I've been eyeing two potential models specifically but it's been tough finding reviews from people who have used them in real life. On a kayak trip a few days ago, however, a tandem kayak pulled up next to me and it turned up they had experience with both of the models I was curious about! So I received all the information I needed. Interesting coincidence but very useful!

@karenlegotte417 4 месяца назад

Very good safety item to take into consideration. I have a question regarding the handheld wind meter. Does it give air temperature and water temperature? Also, I am interested in the PLB you have chosen. Watching this video has made me think about what I have and things I should start getting and also how to organize things in the dry bags. Thanks for the tips!

@AirOnTheWater 4 месяца назад

This particular model I show in the video is good for air temperature specifically (I believe). I'm unsure that it would work and remain waterproof under water; I've used a separate thermometer when I've wanted to verify water temperature. As for my next PLB purchase, I'm considering the Ocean RescueMe PLB1 given its convenient size and other factors, though one should look at own needs and in-country market when selecting, of course! Glad you liked the video. A drybag sorting system helps a lot.

@nostalgiainfinity Год назад

Hi ! Got myself a Kayak last year, so far just on canals and small lakes. The safety part I was initially oblvious of, but thx to you I invested in a lifejacket and equipement. I was wondering what spray skirt you have on the x500.

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Hi, welcome to the wonderful world of kayaking and thank you for sharing this - very glad to hear that the video made a difference. Better safe than sorry, and with a higher safety level you can confidently enjoy the water much more! I use a neoprene spray skirt called Tahe Zegul Artistic, not sure about international availability but I'll share it here. Maybe you know of the "Itiwit X500 owners" group on FB, otherwise there's a lot of good advice there too. Stay safe and happy paddles! www.xxl.se/artistic-sprayskirt-neoprene-adjustable-waistband-sittbrunnsoverdrag-svart/p/1133925_1_style?gclid=Cj0KCQjwsIejBhDOARIsANYqkD3e8sqBcShMSeVQoNyImCgxDGBvpI2Z_x0KCimIZhJhSI4BV4-uCR4aAkK4EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&page=1

@nostalgiainfinity Год назад

That is actually how I found you! Just realized you are also the moderator! Great work! It has been a real help so far!

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

@@nostalgiainfinity Ah, nice :) Glad to hear it's been of help! Paddling is such a great way to spend time - doing it safely, even better!

@danielbell6439 Год назад

Hey Patrick, do you do any affiliate marketing through your channel?

@AirOnTheWater Год назад

Hi there, not at the moment, as the goal of the channel has not been monetary. Might shift to adding some going forward, as I have passed the 1000 follower threshold and it will be assumed that there's a monetary component in all cases.