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capacity and water conditions

Match capacity and hull type to the water and load.

personal flotation and recovery

Treat flotation, signaling and recovery gear as essential.

corrosion and waterproofing

Choose corrosion-resistant, waterproof equipment.

transport, launch and storage

Verify roof, trailer, launch and storage requirements.

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Four details to confirm

Eliminate incompatible options before comparing features.

capacity and water conditions

Match capacity and hull type to the water and load.

personal flotation and recovery

Treat flotation, signaling and recovery gear as essential.

corrosion and waterproofing

Choose corrosion-resistant, waterproof equipment.

transport, launch and storage

Verify roof, trailer, launch and storage requirements.

Quick checklist

Verify the essentials

Match capacity and hull type to the water and load.

Treat flotation, signaling and recovery gear as essential.

Choose corrosion-resistant, waterproof equipment.

Verify roof, trailer, launch and storage requirements.

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