KAYAK DIVERS > GEAR > Gear Storage

Gear Storage: Cylinders and BCD's are usually strapped into the well on the back of the kayak but all your other bits like fins, mask, instruments, food, water etc. will have to go elsewhere. Some kayaks have sealable hatches in the bow which are great for stowing gear and some just have a well or deck space with bungee or webbing straps. Either way, gear is best storred in containers to keep it organised and protected. Expedition Barrels: from www.hitchnhike.co.uk Simple, tough and watertight. They're great for storring just about anything that will fit in them. These are available in a range of sizes from 3.5L to a wapping 68L but the two sizes we use are the 3.5L and the 6.4L. These will fit through most hatches or can be secured to the deck. They are tough and have an excellent o-ring seal. GOOD: Tough. Secure hatch that won't come undone accidentally but easy to open when you want to. BAD: Nothing. REMEMBER: To clean sand and grit out of the o-ring after use. Lock & Lock Boxes: from www.hitchnhike.co.uk Kind of posh food boxes really but they're reasonably tough and they are watertight. Loads of different shapes and sizes. These are good for keys, phones, cameras, emergency kit, first aid kits or even.... food. They seem to last quite well but after a lot of use the clasp hinges on the lid can break but considering the low cost of these things it isn't really an issue. GOOD: For smaller items. Loads of different shapes and sizes. BAD: Nothing. REMEMBER: To keep them out of sight of the kids 'cos they'll nick them.