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£161.50
Brand: Palm
Product Model: 11730
A front zipped expedition level touring PFD/Buoyancy Aid packed with features and storage space.
Wind, waves and exposure – open water can remind you how small we are. The Kaikoura is perfect for tackling big adventures, whether you’re using one blade or two. Flex Fit buoyancy foam is the final word on comfort and safety. With carefully placed pockets and stowage, the Kaikoura will carry everything you need, close to hand – even when conditions get rough.
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In Stock – This is in stock in store and available for immediate despatch (See below for kayak/canoe delivery timescale)
3-14 days – Kayaks/Canoes – This is available to order and is currently with the manufacturer awaiting for us to collect and will be delivered as soon as we possibly can, normally within 3-14 days from order unless specified
3-7 days – Kit/equipment– This is available to order and will be with us within 2-4 days and delivered within 3-7 working days from order
Out of Stock – This is out of stock and we don’t have a given restock date as of yet (we may still be able source this but please call or email for further details)
Kayaks and Canoes
All kayaks and canoes and any accessories ordered with them will be all delivered together, we deliver all of the kayaks and canoes in our own vans which are out on delivery runs every week, we endeavour to get all kayaks and canoes delivered as fast as possible, delivery normally takes 3-10 days but can be more in busy periods and also for remote areas and (Northern Ireland and other Isles information below)
Backordered kayaks and canoes will be delivered as soon as possible after we collect them from the factory, we do receive the kayaks in during the month also so kayaks can be delivered earlier than expected also.
We contact all customers prior to delivery and deliver Monday-Friday, we can not accommodate customer asking for only specific day delivery or specific times but we will do our best to work with all customers in order there kayak or canoe is delivered as best day/time as possible but any days/times outside of our normal delivery days will incure a charge if the customer requires a weekend delivery.
As we deliver all the kayaks and canoes ourselves we know that they get there in the best possible condition that they can as we only deliver these nothing else and we have been delivering kayaks and canoes ourselves for over 12 years now.
On the odd occasion we use a trusted specialist courier to deliver where times are likely to fall out of our timescale but we would notify you if this is likely to happen.
Kayaks and some paddles going to Islands off the UK Mainland can only be delivered to a freight forwarder for onward delivery to any Islands at the customer’s cost, customer to arrange this with the courier.
Kayaks and Canoes to go out to Northern Ireland are delivered free of charge to Northern Ireland and are dropped off at a special courier for onward delivery.
Small Items – everything except kayaks and canoes
All small items will be despatched via Royal Mail or Parcelforce.
Dave –
Excellent
Excellent touring buoyancy aid, all the features you need without anything unnecessary to get in the way. Fast service.
Bllly TheFish –
Really well Made PFD
After looking online at many reviews I opted for the Kaikoura PFD, It didn’t disappoint in that it obviously does what its supposed to do but also fits really well ands lots of nice features like pockets for radios, PLB’s and other essentials, also a water bladder pocket in the back and hand warmer pockets. Good adjustability in the webbing for fitment, price is a little on the high side but all day comfort is paramount.
Dug –
Bit on the pricey side, but does everything well.
Have been using this for a month now and it works weel. Boyancy, fit, accessories, pockets etc, all good. The one thing I would wish for is a guide to beginners like me. Not sure how I would attach a quick-release knife and I don’t know which straps to use for attaching a rescue line etc. To be clear this isn’t a criticism as the PFD is intended for users who know what they need. All round good product:-)
John Roelich (verified owner) –
The Kaikora ticked all of the boxes for a replacement PFD. Quality of the product is first class and it fits really well. NE Kayaks service is excellent and the price of the PFD was the best on the market. I really like dealing with NE Kayaks, their product range is brilliant and their service is absolutely first class
Nig Bloke –
Great piece of kit that has a pocket for everything! Great adjustability with extra webbing tucked away. I feel suitably secure with everything at hand even with an added hydration pack. Epic – plus it looks razor sharp in red!
Keith (verified owner) –
Excellent bit of kit. Good quality. Lots of thought gone into the design. Comfortable. Plenty of pockets. Like the Hydration bladder pocket. Worth every penny. Bought Palm equipment in the past – very good after sales service.
Mark (verified owner) –
Have coveted one of these a while. Delighted.
Great pockets, good size zips and clips for cold and wet hands. Bladder compatible.
Comfy, safe, buoyant – easy
Rosie –
Work as an expedition guide in the Antarctic so live in this for hours a day. Really comfy, easy to adjust, 4 zipped pockets are surprisingly roomy for stashing small sunscreen, phone, gps etc, multiple points to add carabiners, watch etc. Only tiny downside is paint on zips is already coming off where my radio touches but otherwise a cool bit of kit!