Best Kayak Flotation Bags

By: Brandi Macon

Break Studios Contributing Writer

If you're going out on the river, then you need the best kayak flotation bags for your adventure. Kayaking requires having all the right equipment and supplies. Flotation bags keep your kayak from becoming swamped with water. Some even keep your personal items dry. You don't want to end up sinking to the bottom of the river or having a wet wallet. Here is a great list of kayak flotation bags.

  1. Seattle Sports Standard Sea Kayak Flotation Set: This set of bags and flotation devices improves buoyancy and water disbursement. The product is all purpose and does the job. You get one for the bow and one for the stern. The set is priced at $55 online.
  2. NRS Standard Kayak Flotation: This brand comes in three different sizes to fit all types of kayaks. Sizes are small, medium and large. The floatation bags are designed to fit your entire stern without leaking. Prices range from $35 to $40.
  3. Watershed Futa Float Bag: Watershed Futa bags are considered some of the best looking flotation bags on the market. As a floatation device and protective dry bag, you get the benefits of two products. Watershed is mainly for sterns and can be adjusted to fit properly. It also has lash points on the outside and a total of four deck  points that attach for extra security. Price run around $80.
  4. NRS Split Kayak Floatation Bags: NRS makes another great product of kayak bags. This one comes in a set of four bags. Two for the stern and two for the bow. They're designed to fit on either side of your center support pillar. Depending on the size you need, prices can range from $20 to $80.
Posted on: Jun. 27, 2010