Blackwater

Beautiful paddling on the Harrison River!!
Day tripping in the Blackwater Sturgeon 130 and Tribute 135 with a couple of dogs and some Spring sunshine 🌞

We’re going to have some special never-before-seen stuff to reveal at Paddle Expo!!! Stay tuned!!

Paddling season is almost here!! Don’t hit the water without these 5 essentials to stay legal and safe (per Transport Canada rules for kayaks in BC): 🚣‍♂️

1. Personal Flotation Device (PFD):
One Canadian-approved, properly sized PFD/lifejacket for every person on board. Wear it—it’s the #1 lifesaver if things go sideways.

2. A Paddle:
Your main propulsion tool! A reliable paddle is absolutely necessary to maneuver, control your kayak, and get back to shore safely. (No paddle = no kayaking—simple as that.)

3. Sound-Signalling Device
A whistle (pealess so it works in and out of the water) clipped to your PFD. Crucial for calling for help in fog, emergencies, or low visibility.

4. Buoyant Heaving Line
At least 15m (50ft) of floating rope you can throw! Key for rescues without putting yourself at risk. Even more essential on the river!

5. Bailer or Bilge Pump
To scoop out water if you swamp. (Sit-on-tops sometimes get exemptions, but most touring kayaks need this to stay afloat and legal.) A good bailer could be the difference between spending 10 minutes or 2 in cold water bailing your kayak so you can get back in safely.

**Bonus** for low-light adventures: A watertight flashlight (or navigation lights) if you’re out at dawn, dusk, night, or in fog — stay visible and avoid fines!
These cover the federal basics for most kayaks in BC and Canada… Always check conditions, tell someone your plan, and paddle

💧 Blackwater tip: Gear up right so you can focus on the paddle, not penalties!

We’re out exploring the best deals at the RV show! Jump on board and let’s go for a paddle ;) O'Connor RV

Come see us at TradeX **this weekend** for the early bird RV show… Feb 19-22

We’ll have all the new stuff on display !

Come see us at the Outdoor Adventure Show, February 28 & March 1st at the Vancouver Convention Centre We’re showing off the brand new Tribute series and Sturgeon fishing kayak with our friends from Skyview Camping and Outdoors so come say hi and see what’s new! :)

Learn to set up your Blackwater kayak!

One of the most important thing about owning an inflatable kayak is an easy setup and take down so that you can be on or off the water in just a few short minutes!

Truman is here to give you a quick and complete rundown on what you need to know about the all-new Blackwater Tribute series.

The Tribute series is designed to give you the best combination of quality materials and performance on the water with proper drop-stitched floors and pressure-relief valves for the best paddling and most reliable inflatables on the markets.