CKS Top-selling Accessories for 2023

Want to know what the hottest-selling accessories were at online paddling powerhouse CKS Online this past year? Read on for a snapshot of what paddlers were gobbling up to better their time on the water…

#1 NRS 1″ Heavy Duty Cam Strap

Why is this one no surprise? Everyone needs cam straps.

The NRS 1″ Heavy Duty Cam Strap is probably the most widely-used product in modern river running. Whether you are a kayaker, rafter, or stand up paddler, chances are you’ve got a bag of these that you have acquired out of necessity.

The Cam Strap is ideal for all of the jobs that rope doesn’t do well when it comes to securing gear. The key to the cam strap is the ability to tighten down gear snugly, but release that tension with the press of a button, rather than having to untie a stubborn, wet knot. Since 1978 people have come to the realization that there is no alternative to cam straps when it comes to boating.They are great for thousands of other uses off the water, too!

NRS has redesigned its cam straps. Gone are the days of buying straps one at a time! Get your straps in two packs or four packs in colors black or blue, marked with their length on the strap and prominently on the top of the buckle so you can find the strap you’re looking for without grabbing every other strap in the bag.

FEATURES

• 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 1,500 lbs.
• 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.
• 9′, 12′ and 15′ also sold in 4-packs.

PRO TIP

If you’ve got a ton of straps, you know that they can get super tangled and unorganized in your strap bag and it can be a nightmare to get the one strap you’re looking for. While it takes a bit of time, many of us at CKS roll our straps back up before putting them in the bag so that they are easy to find for next time. Any strap over about 4 feet is pretty easy to roll, and a great post-boating activity. Pay attention to how NRS rolls these straps when you take them out of the packaging for the first time, and try to roll them back up that way every time—you will thank yourself the next time you need that strap and it’s easy to find.

https://coloradokayak.com/products/nrs-heavy-duty-cam-strap-1

#2 CKS Whitewater Kayak Float Bag

We’re all between swims. The CKS Whitewater Kayak Float Bags fit in the back of your boat to stop your boat from filling with water in the event of a swim. The less water in your boat the easier it will be to get to shore. Don’t lose your boat!

Specifically, these float bags are designed to fit in most modern whitewater kayaks. To determine the correct size float bag for your boat, measure the inside compartment and order a bag that is slightly larger in dimensions to completely fill the space in your boat.

The 44″ bags are recommended for the sterns of most creek boats we sell. Additionally, the 30″ float bag is the ideal size to fit in the sterns of kids’ kayaks or smaller playboats and in front of the bulkhead in creek boats.

FEATURES

• These Applied RF Technology bags use a rough and rugged PVC (polyvinyl chloride) fabric that will not leak or de-laminate

SPECIFICATIONS

• 30″ Float Bag (inflated): 30″L x 7.5″D x 3-10″W
• 44″ Float Bag (inflated): 44″L x 7.5″D x 3-13″W

CKS Whitewater Kayak Float Bag

#3 Hala Gear Convertible Quick Release SUP Leash

Don;t let your SUP get away from you when you visit Atlantis. The Hala Gear Convertible Quick Release SUP Leash can be worn either as a Quick-release Re-leash or as ankle leash. This versatile leash unique design features 2 different attachment options. The shorter 7′ leash is best for river specific use and river surfing as it keeps you closer to your board if you fall in. The 9′ leash is best for more down river expedition paddlers using bigger boards or all-around crossover paddlers who want to also convert it for alternate uses.

Features

• Releasable leash with the sailing shackle and locking carabiner which allows you to attach to your PFD. With a simple pull of the shackle ball you can release the leash from your PFD and swim safely away.
• Or Convert the leash to an ankle leash by attaching the ankle cuff to the same sailing shackel. Boom, you have a great leash to use on flat water and surf environments.
• Coiled Body
• Sailing Shackle
• PFD Quick Release
• 2 Attachment Options

Hala Gear Convertible Quick Release SUP Leash

#4  Sunscreen for your stuff:

303 Aerospace Protectant

303 Aerospace Protectant is a UV screening protectant for rafts and paddling apparel. It acts as “SPF 40 For Your Stuff!” Apply 303 to your latex gaskets to make them last for years. This is an environmentally safe product that is non-toxic and biodegradable. Use it on everything from boats to apparel.

303 Aerospace Protectant Features:

• For use on vinyl, clear vinyl, inflatable boats, fiberglass, rubber & all UV sensitive plastics.
• Easy to use – just spray on and wipe dry!
• Originally developed for aerospace and aviation applications, 303 repels harmful ultraviolet radiation and is really helpful in prolonging the lifetime of your raft.
• Don’t forget to use this on the latex gaskets in your paddling apparel.
• Does not contain any harmful silicone oils, which can dry out and damage surfaces.
• Safe and effective for use on synthetic and natural rubbers, PVC, gel-coat, fiberglass, carbon fiber, plastics, finished leather and UV-sensitive plastics.
• 303 is a premium surface treatment that provides superior protection against harmful UV rays that can cause loss of mechanical properties such as: discoloration, fading, embrittlement, cracking and/or chalking. Treated surfaces repel dirt, soiling, staining, water spots, salt water and mildew.
• This is an environmentally safe water-based product that contains no petroleum distillates, alcohol, mineral oil or harmful silicone oils. It’s non-toxic and biodegradable.

https://coloradokayak.com/products/303-aerospace-protectant-2oz

#5 NRS Tuff Sack

Description

Drop your gear into an NRS Tuff Sack roll down the watertight closure and forget about it. Professional outfitters, guides, stand up paddler’s and kayaker’s around the world rely on the NRS Tuff Sacks to keep their gear dry all season long, year after year.

FEATURES

• The heavy-duty PVC construction combined with welded seams result in a rugged, waterproof bag that will keep your gear dry and withstand the seasonal use and abuse.
• Designed in a variety of sizes, the Tuff Sack can fit everything from sunscreen and on-the-boat essentials, to clothing for a week off-the-grid.
• Exclusive to NRS, the StormStrip closure system coupled with heavy-duty plastic buckles provide a watertight seal and a convenient carry handle.
• A D-ring on the quick-release buckle provides a handy attachment point.

https://coloradokayak.com/products/nrs-tuff-sacks

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