Suggested Equipment for Rafting Day Trips
We’ve compiled this list of gear to help guide you before planning your next river adventure. Please note that this is meant to be a reference only and not a definitive gear list. You must check your rivers written regulations for a list of required equipment prior to your trip.

Boat Gear:

• Boat
• Frame
• Captain’s Chair
• Pump
• Bilge Pump
• Straps
• Dry Boxes
• Ammo Cans
• Drop Bags
• Cup Holders
• Stash Pocket
• Cargo Floors
• Slings (Raft King Sling/Cat King Sling/Rocket Box Sling/Water Jug Sling)
• Oar Blades
• Oars (including spare)
• Oar Locks/Thole Pins & Clips
• Oar Accessories (Oar Rights/Oar Stops/Oar Sleeves)
• Oar Leashes
• Spare Oar Straps
• Blade Rests
• Paddles
• Carabiners
• Sand Stakes & Hammer
• PFD’s (One per person & dog)
• Spare PFD (One per boat)
• Bowline Bag
• Flip Line Bags (Minimum 2 per boat)
• Throw Bags
• Z-Drag Kit
• Repair Kit (Each boat should have their own)
• First Aid Kit (1 minor kit for each boat/1 major kit for each group)
• Signal Mirror
• Whistle
• Rescue Knife
• Umbrella Holders & Umbrella
• Bimini Top
• Coolers
• Ice/Dry Ice
• Water Jugs
• Water Jug Stand
• Water Jug Nozzle
• Water Blaster/Water Guns
• Dry Bags
• Guide Books & Maps
• 303 Protectant
• Boat Cleaner

Repair Kit:

Hypalon Kit (click to see full kit):

• Hypalon Fabric
• Toluene Cleaner – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• Shore Adhesive – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• Stabond – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• Tear-Aid (Repair Tape Type A)
• Stabond Directions

PVC Kit (click to see full kit):

• PVC Fabric
• MEK – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• LA4123 PVC/Urethane repair cement – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• Stabond – ¼ pint (check expiration date)
• Tear-Aid (Repair Tape Type B)
• PVC LA4123 and Stabond Instructions

Additional Items:

• 1″ Glue Brush
• Roller Rasp
• Spare Valve (that matches your boat)
• Valve Tool
• Allen Wrench
• Tightset Button Tool
• Tightset Nylon Screws
• Spare Oar Lock
• Spare Oar Tower
• D-Rings
• Set Screws
• Snap Pins
• Split Rings
• Spare Hose Clamps
• Spare Buckle (for dry bag)
• Duct Tape
• Sand Paper
• Rag
• Scissors
• Screwdrivers
• Pliers/Multi Tool
• Zip Ties
• Ammo Can (to put items in)

Personal Gear:

• Cash & Car Keys for shuttle
• Photo ID
• Cell Phone (with emergency phone #’s)
• PFD (Type III or V – Coast Guard tag must be readable)
• Helmet
• Rescue Knife
• Whistle
• First Aid Kit
• Personal Medications
• Carabiners
• Dry Bags
• Duffel Bags
• Stash Pocket
• Mesh Bags
• Dry Suit
• Dry Top
• Dry Pants
• Paddling Suit
• Splash Top
• Splash Pants
• Wetsuit
• Neoprene Tops
• Neoprene Pants
• Board Shorts/Bathing Suit
• Base Layers (not cotton)
• Gloves
• Neoprene Booties
• Waterproof Socks
• River Shoes/Sandals
• Hiking Shoes
• T-Shirts
• Hat
• Water Bottle
• Frozen Water Bottles
• Food/Snacks
• Beer
• Koozie
• Lil’ Sucker
• Towel
• Paco Pad
• Stormproof Matches/Lighter
• Compass
• Sunscreen
• Bug Repellent
• Hand Sanitizer
• Biodegradable Soap (Dr. Bronners/Pocket Soap)
• Lip Balm
• Sunglasses
• Eyeglass Retainer (Chums)
• Camera Gear (extra batteries & memory cards)
• Pelican Cases (for camera gear)
• Binoculars
• Eating Utensils
• Bowl/Plate
• Book/Journal & Pen
• Guide Books & Maps
• Toilet Paper
• Safety & Rescue Gear:
• PFD (Type III or V – Coast Guard tag must be readable)
• Helmet
• Throw Bag
• Flip Line Bags
• Bowline Bag
• Rescue Knife
• Signal Mirror
• Whistle
• Carabiners
• Pulleys
• Rope/Tubular Webbing
• First Aid Kit
• Z-Drag Kit