🛶 Kayaking, surf & paddle - packing checklist
Kayaking, canoeing, rafting, surfing and stand-up paddle spots.
- Quick-dry clothingBoard shorts or synthetics that shrug off spray and dry fast.
- Secure water shoes or reef bootsGrip on slippery launches and protection on rocky shores.
- Dry bag for valuablesAssume everything not sealed will get wet.
- Sun cover for hands and feetReflected water sun burns fast; add a cap with a chin strap.
- Leash and, for surf, your own waxSmall kit that rental shops often lack or charge extra for.
- A whistleA cheap safety item for open water and group paddles.
- Match conditions to your levelWind, tide and swell change fast - take a guide when unsure.