Those of us with the willpower to brave the dark, chilly
mornings know that winter is actually a very special time of year
to get out paddling. The mornings, especially, are crisp and calm,
and watching the sun rise over misty water makes the frozen hands
and feet worthwhile!
But there's an important safety aspect that mustn't be
overlooked - paddle and kayak lighting and beacons. With the
shorter days, chances are you'll be paddling in the dark from time
to time, in which case, adequate lighting on both your person and
craft is essential - in fact, it's law. And a simple head-torch
won't cut it - on busy waterways like Port Phillip Bay, for
example, where other paddle craft compete with swimmers, cargo
ships and passenger ferries, it's crucial that your lighting is
highly visible from all angles.
Outlaw Paddling partner, Peak Adventure, now has in stock
marine-grade Tektite paddling and kayak strobes and beacons for
both your person and craft. These are super-bright, waterproof and
extremely hardwearing, so if you're tired of churning through
headtorches and want a product that will withstand the saltwater,
we highly recommed these products:
STROBE 200™
The Best Strobe Anywhere!
The Tektite STROBE 200 Xenon strobe has nearly twice the burn
time and is 30% brighter than competing strobes. Used by scuba
divers, military and fire fighters worldwide. This double O-ring
sealed unit will run 30+ hours on a set of batteries and can be
seen for miles at night.
Includes velco strap to secure strobe to
lifejacket.
Specifications:
Depth Rating: 500 feet (150 m)
Bulb: Xenon strobe
Bulb Life: 1,000,000+ flashes
Burn Time: 30+ hours
Batteries: 2 C-cell Alkaline
Weight: 0.75 lbs. (0.34 kg)
Dimensions: 7.25" (18 cm) L x 1.9" (5 cm) dia.
$90 incl. free postage (Australia-wide).
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MARK III™ - 4 LED
The Chemical Lightstick
Alternative®
The brightest marker light available. This version of the Mark
III is powered by 4 LEDs and is designed for situations where
higher ambient light requires a high-intensity light.
Suction cup for securing to kayak included.
Specifications:
Depth Rating: 1,000 feet (300 m)
Lamp: 4 LEDs
Lamp Life: 10,000+ hours
Burn Time: 50+ hours
Batteries: 3 AA Alkaline
Materials: ABS and LEXAN?
Dimensions: 9.75" (25 cm) L x 1.2" (3 cm) Dia.
Weight: 0.48 lbs. (0.22 kg)
$65 incl. free postage (Australia-wide).
Click here to purchase.