The Carlisle Footbrace Kit is the Cadillac of footbrace kits. At $49.50, you are paying more than your standard kit, but the Carlisle model has several advantages. The two runners are 22 inches long, giving kayakers more than a half of a foot extra length to work with, and the action of the runner is [...]

Deck bungees are a must for any serious kayacker, and the Carlisle Deck Bungee Kit is one of the best products on the market. This kit, selling for $24.95, contains an 8 foot long shock cord, 4 strap eyes and rivet. The kit is easy to install and with its long cord will actually hold [...]

Paddle Holder Kits using bungees are preferred over clips for two reasons. First, the cord accommodates any size paddle or fishing rod. Secondly, the cord hugs the side and won’t interfere with paddling, like a clip might. The Carlisle model is as good as any and retails for $15. Kits include a shock cord, two [...]