Special Deals on Paddling Gear

Free Boat & Paddle Demos

At Charles River, every day is demo day! Drop by for free demos of any boat or paddle we sell. We will also match any advertised price on boats and paddles.
Below you will find our best deals on paddling gear and accessories. Come down and speak with a salesperson to find the gear that's right for you. Don't forget, you can save up to 15% off all accessories when you buy a boat!

List prices are in black. Sale prices are in red. Quantities and styles are limited. Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. All used and rental boat sales are final.

All gear is for sale at our Newton Boathouse. Save up to 15% off non-discounted accessories when you buy a boat!



Personal Flotation Devices

Astral Buoyancy
Willis $149 $126
Designed for ultimate range of motion, the side-entry Willis offers amazing adjustment to your body position, so even if you're leaning forward to roll you can barely tell you're wearing it!
Hybrid $179 $149
Minimalists, take heart! The Hybrid minimizes its footprint on you when you don't need it (providing about 8 lbs. of flotation), and inflates when you need it simply by blowing into a tube (providing 23 lbs. of flotation).

Kokatat
OutFIT Tour (men's) or MsFIT Tour (women's) $142 $120
A very comfortable sea kayaker's vest with extra pockets, reflective material, and a great fit.
Bahia $92 $78
Perfect for recreational paddlers, the Bahia has a high mesh back that fits perfectly with the high-back seats in today's rec boats.
Tributary Hydration System $69 $58
Carry your water on your back! Attaches to almost any PFD.


Canoe & Kayak Paddles

Mohawk
"8" T-Grip Canoe Paddle, used rental $22 $12
Used rental canoe paddles with aluminum shaft and 8"-wide plastic blade. Various lengths from 48" to 63".

Aquabound
Manta Ray or Sting Ray w/ Carbon Twill Shaft $195 $165
Lightest paddle for the money! Carbon twill shaft and carbon-reinforced plastic blades. Manta Ray blade shape is designed for a high-angle paddler; Sting Ray blade shape is an all-around blade shape.

Fox Worx

Epic
Epic Relaxed Tour Signature Hybrid $389 $310
Closeouts on these fiberglass/carbon composite paddles with ultra-smooth and buoyant foam core blades. 215-225cm adjustable length.

Lendal
4-Piece Kayak Paddle: FG Blades & Carbon Shaft 30% off ($252-$263)
Save huge money on pre-assempled Lendal paddle closeouts! Straight-shaft and modified crank shaft (MCS) available, most are Kinetic Tour S blades. Shafts have two feather positions, straight and 60-degree right feather. Pre-assembled paddles only; does not apply to individual parts.
4-Piece Kayak Paddle: FG Blades & Shaft 30% off ($231)
Save huge money on pre-assempled Lendal paddle closeouts! Straight-shaft and modified crank shaft (MCS) available, most are Kinetic Tour S blades. Shafts have two feather positions, straight and 60-degree right feather. Pre-assembled paddles only; does not apply to individual parts.
Complete 4-Piece Kayak Paddle 15% off
Choose from our a la carte selection of carbon or fiberglass shafts and blades; these paddles are solid in the water but break down easily to fit into a suitcase. Save big!


Paddling Clothing & Skirts

Extrasport
Semi-Dry Top, Long-Sleeve $229 $155
A serious semi-dry top with adjustable Glideskin Ti-coat punch-through neck, latex gaskets on the wrists, and a double-tunnel waist to keep out almost all water. Waterproof/breathable X-Tile three-layer nylon fabric with fully taped seams, chest pocket, and reflective accents for visibility. Great closeout deal!
Splash Jacket, Long-Sleeve $149 $105
Adjustable Glideskin Ti-coat punch-through neck closure, adjustable Lycra gusseted wrist closures, and a wide, adjustable neoprene waistband. Waterproof/breathable X-Tile two-layer nylon fabric with taped seams, chest pocket, and reflective accents for visibility. Great closeout deal!
Splash Jacket, Short-Sleeve $129 $89
Adjustable Glideskin Ti-coat punch-through neck closure, adjustable Lycra gusseted arm closures, and a wide, adjustable neoprene waistband. Waterproof/breathable X-Tile two-layer nylon fabric with taped seams, chest pocket, and reflective accents for visibility. Great closeout deal!
Spray Jacket, Long-Sleeve $110 $75
Adjustable Lycra gusseted neck and wrist closures and an elastic drawcord waist. Waterproof/breathable X-Tile two-layer nylon fabric with taped seams. Mesh chest pocket. Great closeout deal!

Harmony
Gripper Elite Spray Skirt; sizes M, L; Gray $99 $49
A heavy-duty nylon skirt for serious touring. Adjustable neoprene waist keeps out almost all water. Has excellent rim grip system, taped seams for better waterproofing, implosion bar, extra durability where the paddle might hit, and a zipper pocket. Quantities of size L limited, size XL extremely limited as of 3/30/08. Great closeout deal!

NRS
All Hydroskin Paddlewear in stock 10% off
Wonderful mix-and-match neoprene paddlewear for cool water or weather. Long- and short-sleeve tops and shorts for men and women. Learn more about Hydroskin here.
All Hydrosilk Paddlewear in stock 10% off
Mix-and-match wicking paddlewear for warmer days. Long- and short-sleeve tops for men and women. Learn more about Hydrosilk here.

Kokatat
Destination Paddling Shirt $69 $48
The ultimate in UV protection, this very thin & lightweight zippered long-sleeve shirt keeps the sun off while letting your skin breathe. Synthetic fabric doesn't hold stains and is easy to clean.
Hand Jackets – Medium Weight $41 $21
Neoprene gloves for moderately cold weather or water. Textured palm for grip.

Current Designs
Neoprene Spray Skirt (size 2 deck) $115 $89
Great deal on a durable 4mm neoprene skirt for your sea or whitewater kayaking adventures! Size 2 deck is "medium"; available in small and large waist sizes.

Snap Dragon Designs
Nylon Spray Skirt (size M deck) $60 $45
basic nylon skirt that will help keep you dry. Very limited quantities. #5209

Perception
Nylon Skirt for Umiak/Carolina 12 $35 $19
Keep your kid dry! Very limited quantities. #0BOAT

Stohlquist
Splashdown Paddling Jacket $60 $48
Lightweight and very breathable touring shell.

Warmers
Farmer John Wetsuits, used $100 $45-63
used rental neoprene wetsuits, women's small. Limited quantities available. Priced based on condition.


Releasable Towing Systems

Kokatat
River Tow Tether $50 $39
mounts onto vests with a releasable waist strap. #2830
Touring Tow Tether $84 $69
mounts onto vests with a releasable waist strap. #2010


Odds & Ends

Thule
XSporter 422 lightly used $549 $439
Installed and used for one day. FREE installation with appointment. Versatile rack system thoughtfully designed to maximize the load capacity of any pickup truck. One available.
Get-A-Grip Paddle Mount #839 $49 $25
Attach your one-piece paddle to your Thule rack. One available as of 8/3/08. #2248
Outrigger 547 old-style $39 $19
Old-style Outrigger loading-assist device. Allows you to lift one end of your boat up to bar height, then lift the other end. Does not work with newer-style Thule components whose brackets accommodate aero bars. #419

Seattle Sports
Titan/E Aquacell Dry Bag - small $28 $19
environmentally friendly PVC-free drybags: 7.5" diameter, 12" height, 9 litre capacity. Very limited quantity.

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