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 $99
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 $99
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).

Palm
Tourtec $140 $89
Well-appointed sea kayaker's vest with plenty of pockets, durable Cordura nylon outer, and padded shoulder straps.

Stohlquist
Drifter (men's) or Betsea (women's) $110 $71
A comfortable kayaker's vest with pockets and a nice adjustment system.


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".

Lendal
4-Piece Kayak Paddle: FG Blades & Carbon Shaft 40% off ($216-$225)
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 40% off ($198)
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.
Mini Bag for storing four-piece PadLoc paddles $75 $59
Protect your paddle during transport.

Werner
Shuna Fiberglass Kayak Paddles, used rental $255 $129
Lightweight fiberglass blade and shaft for the high-angle paddler. Very durable paddle at a great weight. One-piece paddles used in rental; still in good condition.


Paddling Clothing & Skirts

Extrasport
Semi-Dry Top, Long-Sleeve $229 $119
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. Phenomenal closeout deal!
Splash Jacket, Long-Sleeve $149 $79
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. Phenomenal closeout deal!
Splash Jacket, Short-Sleeve $129 $69
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. Phenomenal closeout deal!
Spray Jacket, Long-Sleeve $110 $55
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. Phenomenal closeout deal!

Harmony
Gripper Elite Spray Skirt; sizes M, L; Gray $99 $39
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 extremely limited as of 11/18/08. Unbelievable closeout deal!

NRS
All Hydroskin Paddlewear in stock 30% 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.

Kokatat
Tropos Super Breeze Paddling Jacket $105 $59
Waterproof/breathable Tropos in an inexpensive splash jacket with Velcro-down seals at the wrists and neck.
Destination Paddling Shirt $69 $41
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 $19
Neoprene gloves for moderately cold weather or water. Textured palm for grip.

Current Designs
Neoprene Spray Skirt (size 2 deck) $115 $75
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.

Stohlquist
Splashdown Paddling Jacket $60 $45
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.


Odds & Ends

Thule
Hullavator lightly used $499 $299
Phenomenal attachment that helps anyone lift a boat atop the car with very little effort. Fits Thule or Yakima bars. The Hullavator is not a gimmick — it really works! 2 available as of 10/14/08.
Slipstream $299 $219
Allows you to slide a Set-to-Go saddle system (with Roller Coaster roller) to the back of your car's roof, so the boat never touches the car and loading is MUCH easier!
XSporter 422 lightly used $549 $379
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.
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

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