Shopping for kayak, paddling or outdoor gear? Here is a list of some of the best online shopping sites for essential gear for kayaking, paddling and other outdoor activities.
These shops were chosen because of their size, gear selection, equipment advice, tips, and experience in either online e-tailing or brick-and-mortar retailing. They typically offer plenty of accessories for most paddlers at most skill levels.
Backcountry.com
You get the sense that this shop is run by people who are really knowledgeable and truly love the outdoors.
Cabela's
Since 1961, Cabela's have been outfitting the serious outdoorsman with quality fishing, marine, hunting and outdoor gear and clothing.
Colorado Kayak Supply
A paddle sport specialty store featuring a large selection of the industry's premier products. Shop at either of CKS's two retail stores or shop online at http://coloradokayak.com. Check out their current deals on shipping.
Eastern Mountain Sports
The online branch of this outdoors retail chain carries kayaks, PFDs, paddles, wetsuits, paddling clothing, car carriers and more.
Get:Outdoors
Based out of Greensboro, NC, they are the largest dedicated paddlesports retailer in the Southeastern United States. They have a huge selection of kayaks, canoes, fishing kayaks, and all related accessories.
Mountain Equipment Co-op
Canadian retail store chain and online shop carries paddling equipment and plenty of other outdoor supplies.
Northwest River Supplies
NRS is a dedicated paddlesports retailer that sells paddlesports equipment, kayaking gear, touring accessories, and boating supplies.
Outdoorplay.com
This popular online retail shop sells whitewater, touring, recreational and inflatable kayaks, canoes, rafts, boating packages and all of the necessary accessories and gear.
Overton's
One of the largest and most popular marine and boating stores, Overton's doesn't carry too many kayaks or inflatable boats, but they do a great job with boating accessories and other gear.
PaddlersCove
This outfitter offers kayaks, paddling accessories and outdoor gear both online and through their New Jersey store.
REI
If I could build a sporting goods store, this would probably be it. They have top products and a 100% guarantee. Plus, you can buy online and have the item shipped to your nearest store, saving you the shipping cost.
Sea Eagle
Sea Eagle builds inflatable boats and kayaks. They sell straight from the factory to the customer and they’ve been doing it long before the Internet came along. Their boats come with great warranties and guarantees. I prefer their kayaks, but you should see some of the other wild boats they have as well.
Sierra Trading Post
This popular outdoor store specializes in discount equipment and gear. They feature outdoor apparel and accessories.
UP Sports
UP Sports is Southern California's premier kayak center. They carry a large selection of sit-on-top ocean kayaks, sit inside sea kayaks and fishing kayaks. They're an authorized dealer for Advanced Elements inflatable kayaks, Cobra Kayaks and Hurricane Kayaks.
WickedWaters.com
Online store offers Riot, Sun and Azul kayaks with free shipping.
If
I were to look for a new inflatable boat, I would first check out Sea
Eagle.
