A thorough publication of over 60 different rivers to paddle throughout Alberta. The author Mark Lund has noted in meticulous detail put ins, take outs, rapids, highlights and so much more.

Hard to find a more thorough paddlesports guidebook.

Born on the river, ready for whatever. First sold in 1978 as a better way to tie down gear and frames on whitewater rafts, the NRS 1" Heavy Duty Strap is known the world over for its incredible strength and versatility. The ultimate DIY tie-down solution, every boater, outdoorsperson and homeowner should own an assortment of sizes.

Share your inventive uses for NRS Straps using the #straphacks hashtag!

Specifications

• Unlike clunky ratchet straps and cheap imitations the NRS Strap is strong, easy, fast and simple with unlimited usefulness.
• UV-protected polypropylene webbing won't stretch when wet and delivers an impressive Minimum Breaking Strength (MBS) of 680 kg.
• Custom cam buckle features dual stainless-steel springs for a strong, even bite that won't slip, ever.
• The strap size is prominently indicated on the buckle so there's never any guesswork.
• Iconic Blue straps keep with the traditional design with the strap size woven into the webbing.
• A woven name tag near the buckle lets you reclaim your straps from friends who borrow but don't return.
• Hidden bottle opener on the buckle aids one of the most popular "strap hacks."
• All sizes sold in pairs.

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Aquaseal FD Flexible Durable Repair Adhesive is ideal for repairing holes and tears in dry bags, wetsuits, paddling apparel and latex gaskets. Waterproofs, seals and protects against abrasion.

• Aquaseal is the industry standard for maximum strength repairs to wetsuits, dry suits and all water sports products.
• It bonds to hypalon, neoprene, latex, nylon, vinyl (PVC), GORE-TEX and other trilaminates, many fabrics, foams, composites, and many plastics.
• It dries clear and flexible and is also self-leveling.
• Works great for replacing latex gaskets and for adding an abrasion-resistant layer on boats and other boating gear.
• Mix Cotol Accelerator and Cleaner with Aquaseal to shorten cure time. It's also a great cleaner for prepping surfaces for repair.

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Shopping for someone else but not sure what to give them? Give them the gift of choice with a AQOutdoors gift card.

Gift cards are delivered by email and contain instructions to redeem them at checkout. Our gift cards have no additional processing fees.

The NRS Surge PFD - ULC is one of the most comfortable recreation PFDs we sell. It is well built and designed to fit your body, with its paneled design and its padded back panel. The NRS Surge PFD - ULC is a life jacket you will be wearing for many seasons to come.

If kayak touring is your thing, you may want to check out the NRS Odyssey PFD, or if you enjoy Kayak touring please take a look at the NRS Raku.

Features

• The NRS Surge is a medium-profile PFD.
• The seven-panel design moves with your body and our Cool Flow System (CFS) maximizes ventilation keeping you cool and comfortable for long days on the water.
• Two large zippered pockets fit the day-to-day essentials and a lash tab secures a rescue knife.
• 400 denier ripstop nylon fabric construction protects your jacket from snags and tears throughout the seasons.
• Six adjustment points for a customizable fit and front-entry zipper for easily slipping the jacket on and off.
• 3M reflective accents and logos for better visibility in low-light conditions.
• This jacket is approved by UL Canada.

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Replacement latex wrist gaskets for your drysuit or drytop. These come in small, medium and large. If you are replacing the gaskets yourself you will also need aquaseal adhesive.

Replacement latex neck gaskets for your drysuit or drytop. These come in small, medium and large. If you are replacing your own you will also need aquaseal adhesive.

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The Four Bailer is one of AQOutdoors best selling safety accessories.  It is the one thing you need, but hopefully never have to use. The Four Bailer contains a buoyant heaving line, a sounding device, a hi vis reflector, and lastly a bailing bucket, all in one neat little package that clips off to the back of your seat or wherever you may want to keep it close at hand. The Four Bailer Meets coast guard regulations for boats under 6m or 19’8”.    

Specifications

• 420D Pack Cloth Bag
• 6 mm Multi-Filament Polypropylene Rope

4-Bailer 800 10TB-98**

Features

• Throw/Tow Line, Bailing Bucket, Pea-less Safety Whistle, Hi-VIZ trim
• Won't Crack or Break Like a Plastic Safety Kit
• Compact, flexible, easy to stuff, knot & throw
• Mesh Panel Drains and Dries Quickly
• Durable 420D Pack Cloth Bag
• Easily Clips to Boat For Secure and Quick Access
• Use with the optional Quick-Click Belt for waist worn convenience

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A modern backcountry ski guide for the roadside areas found along The Icefields

Parkway in Banff National Park. Includes detailed descriptions, directions, terrain photos and maps for skiing everything from chill yoyo laps to committing, no fall, lines.

This 256 page, 8.5 by 5.5 guidebook includes 151 colour pictures, 30 topo maps, 27 ski zones with 119 runs/routes leading to many hundreds of ski descents to keep even the most keen skier busy for many seasons.

Four guest writers help include the most gnarly lines found along this section of The Icefields Parkway including Grand Daddy Couloir, Gutentight Couloir and Funnel Of Death.

Areas Covered

• Hector South Ridge
• Hector South Peak
• Mount Hector Roadside
• Hector Pass
• Noseeum Creek
• Mosquito Creek
• Helen Creek
• Helen Shoulder
• Crystal Ridge
• Cirque Forepeak
• Observation Sub Peak
• Observation Peak
• Waputik Peak
• The Pulpit Knobs
• Bow Peak Roadside
• Crowfoot Pass
• Bow Lakeside
• Ferris Glacier
• Wapta Icefield
• Mount Jimmy Jr
• Bow Summit and six Day Traverses.

The Writers

Marcus Baranow has dedicated the last decade of his life exploring, documenting and writing about the backcountry skiing found in and around Banff National Park. His previous books covered the area found along The Great Divide between Citadel Pass and Egypt Lake. He spends 100-150 days a year skiing in the Canadian Rockies and his blog Confessions Of A Ski Bum is regarded as a go to source for current conditions by many local skiers and guides. He currently lives in Lake Louise Alberta, found just minutes away from The Icefields Parkway.

The four guest writers for this book include:

• Kevin Hjertaas, ACMG Ski Guide, ex-pro skier and Rockies big line legend.
• Matt Ruta, former member of the Alberta Ski Cross Team and current big line pioneer.
• Kieran Crimeen, photographer and holder of the (in)famous @shittymountaineer IG account.
• Robb Schnell, mountaineer with many hundreds of peaks under his belt, including all 58 Canadian Rockies 11,000 footers.

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Not all sizes and colours available in-store

With sleek aesthetics, high-back flotation and an anatomically sculpted front panel, the NRS Women's Zoya PFD is a life jacket you'll want to wear all day.

• The Zoya is a medium profile life jacket.
• The high-back flotation accommodates most high-back kayaking seats and the mesh lower adds welcome ventilation during long days on the water.
• Pliable foam in the chest panel comfortably molds to a woman's bust.
• 400 denier ripstop nylon fabric construction is guaranteed to protect your jacket from snags and tears throughout the seasons.
• Features two easily accessed, zippered pockets for on-the-water essentials and a lash tab.
• 3M reflective accents and logos for better visibility in low-light conditions.
• Six adjustment points for a customizable fit and front-entry zipper for easily slipping the jacket on and off.
• This jacket is approved by UL Canada.

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Sizing

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The NRS Surge PFD - ULC is one of the most comfortable recreation PFDs we sell. It is well built and designed to fit your body, with its paneled design and its padded back panel. The NRS Surge PFD - ULC is a life jacket you will be wearing for many seasons to come.

If kayak touring is your thing, you may want to check out the NRS Odyssey PFD, or if you enjoy Kayak touring please take a look at the NRS Raku.

Features

• The NRS Surge is a medium-profile PFD.
• The seven-panel design moves with your body and our Cool Flow System (CFS) maximizes ventilation keeping you cool and comfortable for long days on the water.
• Two large zippered pockets fit the day-to-day essentials and a lash tab secures a rescue knife.
• 400 denier ripstop nylon fabric construction protects your jacket from snags and tears throughout the seasons.
• Six adjustment points for a customizable fit and front-entry zipper for easily slipping the jacket on and off.
• 3M reflective accents and logos for better visibility in low-light conditions.
• This jacket is approved by UL Canada.

Specifications

Sizing

Video

IN-STORE & ONLINE!
Not all sizes and colours available in-store

With sleek aesthetics, high-back flotation and an anatomically sculpted front panel, the NRS Women's Zoya PFD is a life jacket you'll want to wear all day.

• The Zoya is a medium profile life jacket.
• The high-back flotation accommodates most high-back kayaking seats and the mesh lower adds welcome ventilation during long days on the water.
• Pliable foam in the chest panel comfortably molds to a woman's bust.
• 400 denier ripstop nylon fabric construction is guaranteed to protect your jacket from snags and tears throughout the seasons.
• Features two easily accessed, zippered pockets for on-the-water essentials and a lash tab.
• 3M reflective accents and logos for better visibility in low-light conditions.
• Six adjustment points for a customizable fit and front-entry zipper for easily slipping the jacket on and off.
• This jacket is approved by UL Canada.

Specifications

Sizing

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