PFD

A personal floatation device (PFD) is essential for kayak and canoe fishing. I used to have a CO2 inflatable, but switched over to this NRS Chinook PFD for easier access to my vest, which used to be underneath my lifejacket. The NRS is a vest and PFD all in one. It is great. I use it not only for kayak fishing but for everyday river and lake fishing as well. Not sure how the heat factor will fall into play during the hot days of Summer, but for now it is perfect. Even keeps me a bit warmer around the core.