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STANDARD HORIZON HX851 HANDHELD VHF
$250 /
www.standardhorizon.com
VHF radios are essential for on the water safety and efficient communication. The new HX851 from Standard Horizon takes it to the next level. In addition to six watts of transmission power it features built in GPS, waypoint storage and navigation, NOAA weather bands, a safety strobe and digital compass—and it floats! If only it could fillet a fish, then it would do it all. JEFF HERMAN
B FUJI FINEPIX XP20
$200 /
www.fujifilm.com
Waterproof cameras are a must for kayak anglers, but Fuji stepped things up a notch or three with the four-proof FinePix XP20. It’s waterproof of course, but also drop-proof, freeze-proof, and dustproof. This 14-megapixel beauty takes top-notch photos, and thanks to image stabilization, they’ll be blur-free. With its 5x optical zoom, 720p HD video capabilities and easy web upload feature, it’s screaming to record your next kayak fishing adventure for all the world to see. BRIAN COPE
C GOPRO HD HELMET HERO
$300, LCD BacPac $80 /
www.gopro.com
Magic. That’s the only explanation; an action camera this tiny can’t produce such crystal-clear HD 1080p video. Believe it. GoPro’s miniature marvel cranks out stunning imagery, even underwater. The five-megapixel still shots are groovy too, producing cool fish- eye views. And now, frame the shot the first time and play back videos right from the camera; the new LCD BacPac accessory screen snaps right on the back. So easy, it’s supernatural. PAUL LEBOWITZ
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{Soul Savers} A EXTRASPORT BAJA $130 /
www.extrasport.com
Baja. The legendary name shimmers like a heat mirage, so it’s fitting that Extrasport’s namesake PFD is built to maximize ventilation. Mesh is everywhere, front, back and sides. Backpack-style pads add more airflow. As a benefit, the form-fitting design moves easily with the paddler. The Baja doesn’t skimp on quality touches: front zip, dual zippered pockets, lash tab, reflective piping and tough 500 denier Cordura finish the trip. PAUL LEBOWITZ
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B LIFE+GEAR GLOW STICK
$10 /
www.lifegear.com
See and be seen—and heard too! Life+Gear’s LED glow stick offers safety and convenience for 10 bucks. Multiple lighting modes: bright LED flashlight, glow stick and flasher. Pop off the bottom cap and it’s also a loud safety whistle. Highly visible, extremely durable and waterproof to 300 feet. Comes with three button cell batteries that last 200 hours in flasher mode. It floats, has a handy lanyard and packs a lifetime warranty. CHRIS HOLMES
C KOKATAT BAHIA TOUR
$120 /
www.kokatat.com
So comfortable you’ll forget you’re wearing it, the Bahia Tour PFD is durable and lightweight. Stretchable side panels allow free range of motion. This fishing-friendly vest features two roomy pockets with side zippers, an electronics pocket for cell phones, radios or GPS units, lash tabs and reflective piping, even a license holder—but no unnecessary nonsense. Fitting over raingear is no problem thanks to adjustable shoulder and side straps. BRIAN COPE
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