Without a spray skirt your boat would fill with water. Spray skirts are designed so the tunnel of the skirt fits around your waist and the skirt itself fits over the cockpit rim of the boat. This creates a watertight seal. Whether you are splashing through the waves or paddling in the rain, a spray skirt will keep the water from entering your boat and is a must for all decked boats.

Choosing a skirt is simple. Just determine what type of boat you have, and then match the size of the cockpit to the skirt size. If you have trouble finding or fitting a skirt to your boat, just give one of our paddling specialists a call at 800.994.4327.

Recreational skirts: Recreational kayakers who will be using the spray skirt to keep out the occasional water splash prefer water-resistant nylon skirts because they are inexpensive and provide good ventilation. View Recreational Skirts



Sea Kayak skirts: Sea kayakers who enjoy more extreme pursuits may prefer an all neoprene skirt, or a skirt made of waterproof Gore-Tex material. These skirts usually have additional features like extra pockets or hand warmers. View Sea Kayak Skirts



Whitewater skirts: These skirts are made from 100% neoprene with a shock cord that secures the skirt to the cockpit. Neoprene is waterproof and more durable than nylon skirts. They are also less likely to pop off if a big wave lands on the boat. View Whitewater Skirts

Don’t Forget!

Cockpit Covers: A worthwhile accessory to the spray skirt is the cockpit cover. This will keep the dust and rain out of the cockpit. It also keeps sand, rain, and rodents out of your cockpit. Most importantly, it will protect your boat's cockpit, interior and contents with assurance.
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Other Tips:

Care: Keep your skirt clean. Rinse your skirt with clean water after every use, especially if it has been used in salt water or exposed to chlorine during a pool session. Both salt and chlorine degrade neoprene. Store your skirt in a cool, dry, dark place (UV breaks down the rubber on the spray skirt).

Too Tight: Spray skirts are designed to fit snugly. If the spray skirt is too loose, it may be dislodged by a wave. However, be sure it can be easily released if you are ever upside down underwater. The first few times you use it, you may need help stretching it over the cockpit. Try attaching a new skirt to the boat and keep it there for a few days to loosen it up before you use it. Or, try wetting the skirt before attaching it.