Ganga Kayak School - Equipment

 

KAYAK : A kayak has a bow and stern and a cockpit inside which the kayaker sits with his legs stretched out infront of him. Kayaks come in various designs and sizes to according to their role in the river (Expedition, Play boating, Learning).
PADDLE : A paddle is a long stick which you hold with both hand and has a spoon like blade on either side for propelling the kayak.
LIFE JACKET : Also called PFD (Personal Flotation Device). Has bouancy and keeps the kayaker floating while swimming in the river. They have adjustable straps to achieve a snug fit.
SPRAY DECK (AKA skirt) : A spray deck is a water proof skirt like piece of equipment warn around the waist and it seals the kayak making sure that water can get in. It has a small loop attached to the front of the kayak, on pulling this loop, a kayker can free himself from the kayak when he does not know how to roll.
DRY BAG : A simply constructed waterproof material bag with a foldable top to keep the water out and to keep the things stored inside - dry.
WET SUIT : A neoprene phome suit that keeps the body warm through insulation even when wet.
DRY SUIT : A flexible plastic suit that keeps the water out.