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Kauai Hoe Waa Safety

Required Safety Gear

Required safety gear for paddlers participating in Kauai Hoe Waʻa race:

  • Spare paddle

  • Leash

  • High-visibility jersey and hat.

Both the local Coast Guard and our safety escort captains stress that the colors that are most visible at sea are (in order of effectiveness:

Neon Pink

Neon Orange

Neon Green

Neon Yellow

Encouraged Safety Gear

Other highly recommended safety gear:

  • A cellphone or cell-connected Apple Watch

  • VHF marine radio

  • EPIRB or PLB type device like the Garmin InReach Mini

  • Marine whistle

  • Compact air horn

  • PFD such as an inflatable waist belt unit or US Coast Guard-approved buoyant vest.
 

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