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Honest reviews from Irish paddlers who put gear through its paces on lakes, rivers, and open sea.

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Touring Kayak
€1,899
4.5

Dagger Stratos 14.5

by Dagger

“Outstanding stability and tracking for Irish coastal touring.”

+ Superb tracking + Day-long comfort − Heavy for car-topping
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Touring Paddle
€289
5

Werner Camano Paddle

by Werner

“Lightweight carbon fibre with excellent catch.”

+ Featherweight carbon + Silky stroke − Premium price point
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Life Jacket
€119
4

NRS Chinook PFD

by NRS

“Comfortable, well-ventilated, loaded with pockets.”

+ Excellent ventilation + Great value − Runs slightly large
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Dry Bag
€45
4.5

Sea to Summit Big River Dry Bag

by Sea to Summit

“Bombproof waterproofing, survived Atlantic downpours.”

+ Bombproof seal + Hypalon base − Bulky when empty
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Roof Rack
€189
4.5

Thule Hull-a-Port XT

by Thule

“Makes solo car-topping a breeze.”

+ One-person loading + Folds flat − Straps sold separately
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Dry Suit
€1,299
5

Kokatat Gore-Tex Meridian

by Kokatat

“Essential for winter paddling in Ireland.”

+ Fully waterproof + Gore-Tex breathable − Serious investment
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Accessories
€29
4

Aquapac TrailProof Phone Case

by Aquapac

“Keeps phone safe, touchscreen works.”

+ IPX8 waterproof + Touchscreen works − Camera quality reduced
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Fishing Kayak
€999
4.5

Perception Pescador Pro 12

by Perception

“Most stable kayak for fishing Irish lakes.”

+ Rock-solid stability + Generous storage − Heavy at 32kg
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Life Jacket
€165
4.5

Palm Zenith PFD

by Palm

“Premium fit, excellent freedom of movement.”

+ Perfect fit system + Full arm freedom − Limited pockets
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Sea Kayak
€2,450
5

P&H Delphin 155

by P&H

“The ultimate sea kayak for Irish Atlantic conditions.”

+ Atlantic-ready hull + British craftsmanship − Requires experience
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Touring Paddle
€199
4.5

Werner Shuna Paddle

by Werner

“Great mid-range paddle with fibreglass blades.”

+ Excellent value + Durable fibreglass − Heavier than carbon
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Clothing
€79
4

Nookie Ti-Liner Pants

by Nookie

“Warm base layer for cold Irish water paddling.”

+ Toasty warm + Quick-drying − Sizing runs small
Editor's Picks

Top Rated This Month

The highest-rated gear reviewed by the Irish paddling community this month.

#1

P&H Delphin 155

Sea Kayak
by P&H

“Handles Irish Atlantic swells like nothing else on the market. A true expedition-class sea kayak.”

— Fionn Barrett
5
#2

Kokatat Gore-Tex Meridian

Dry Suit
by Kokatat

“Kept me bone dry in January Atlantic swells. The Gore-Tex breathability is unmatched.”

— Roisin Gallagher
5
#3

Werner Camano Paddle

Touring Paddle
by Werner

“The gold standard for touring paddles. After 40+ trips, this paddle has never let me down.”

— Aoife Kelly
5

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