All gear at Nanuq is put through the most rigorous testing: ours.
We use what we sell and stand by our products. We think the gear we carry is the best available anywhere.
Paddles
Greenland Paddles – One- and Two-Piece
Custom built Greenland paddles are as functional as they are beautiful. Joe O’ paddles are meticulously crafted of striking woods, and are available in 1-piece and 2-piece designs. Our selection is always changing, as these paddles are handmade and one-of-a-kind. The two-piece paddles have a carbon fiber ferrule but are otherwise identical to the one-piece.
All our wooden paddles are built by Joe O’Blenis, a master paddlemaker in Canada.. Joe has built over 1000 paddles and has over 40 years paddling experience, including setting the speed record for circumnavigating Vancouver by sea kayak.
Pricing: $275 for one-piece, $375 for two-piece. You can buy from our inventory or we can order made-to-measure.
Greenland Paddles – Made in Canada
Greenland style paddles; made in Canada to our order; strong; light; durable;
We stock many lengths however can also make custom to fit under or oversized paddlers; paddles are laminated for strength; finished with light oil; that’s all
Price: One piece is $275; Two piece is $375
Greenland Paddles – Kalleq by Gearlab
Greenland paddles made by Gearlab; Model is Kalleq; leading Carbon Kevlar paddle in world; We also carry paddle bags, deck bags and paddle pockets (a device you use on the deck of the boat to carry a spare two piece paddle).
Lengths : 210, 220, 230 cm; two piece;
Price: $450 plus shipping; light; strong; stiff; handles everything; great for rolling
Euro-Blade Paddles
We source a variety of Euro-blade paddles depending on the needs of our customers. Everything from a sea touring narrow blade to a high grab full blade to a wing-shaped blade for speed can be ordered specifically priced and sized for the individual. Because of the wide variety we offer we do not keep inventory on hand. This may change.
Vests
Reed Chillcheater
Comfort in Demanding Environments
Come check out Nanuq's selection of Reed apparel:
We do not carry neoprene for environmental reasons. Reed products are made of a proprietary product called Aquatherm, which is thinner, waterproof, rainproof, breathable, extremely flexible, and far more abrasion resistant than neoprene.
- Drysuits
- Dry tops (Cags)
- Beenies
- Hoods
- Spray skirts
- Tuiliqs: both single cockpit and convertible sizes
- Pogies: short and long, two colors
- Spot disks, for fixes on the go
Kokatat 210D ripstop
Nanuq is an authorized dealer for Kokatat. Located in Arcata, California, Kokatat produces the finest clothing for the worst weather. Come by the shop to try on our sample drysuits and get fitted for one of your own.
- Front Entry
- Five Mocks inc
- VH Radio
- Folding Knife
- Many Attachment Point
- Takes Hydration
- Articulated Shell & Foam Panels
- One of the most Comfortable Vests Made
Kokatat 500D Cordura
Very high end type vest. Not needed by most paddlers.
- Gail PVC-free Foam
- Lash Tabs Through-out
- Adjustable Paddle Shoulder w/ special grips
- 8 Adjustment Points
- Quick Release Ches Barnes ND - Ring
- Tether / Tow System Ready
- Articulated Shell & Foam Panels
- One of the most Comfortable Vests Made
Priced: $249
NRS Odyssey
Full Featured Guide Vest; Reflective tape Thin foam back; mutiple adjustments for fit; lash tabs and d rings for attachments; warmer pockets; vhf etc pockets; super comfy; $149.95
- Gail PVC-free Foam
- Lash Tabs Through-out
- VH Radio
- Folding Knife
- Many Attachment Point
- Takes Hydration
- Articulated Shell & Foam Panels
- One of the most Comfortable Vests Made
Priced: $249
Kokatat - Low Stock Vests
Nanuq is an authorized dealer for Kokatat. Located in Arcata, California, Kokatat produces the finest clothing for the worst weather. Come by the shop to try on our sample drysuits and get fitted for one of your own.
Kokatat – PFD (yellow);
great for all day paddles, dsa
2019 pricing @ $91
NRS - Low Stock Vests
Odessey NRS vest (Orange):
Mesh back for breathing and avoiding sweat;
2019 pricing @ $139
NRS (Blue Vest);
We have in 2019 and 2020 styles called Ninja @ $139.95
NRS
NRS, an American manufacturer of a wide range of products designed and tested under extreme river and ocean conditions, is our primary supplier for general boating products, such as paddle carabiners, tie-down straps, pumps, paddle floats, nose plugs, sponges, and more. Variation is huge – call or stop in to see what we have in stock.
Malone
Malone, a local Maine company with a worldwide reputation, is our supplier for kayak roof racks, carriers, wall racks, and trailers. We carry their low profile wing design with the Stinger, a device for sliding your kayak up onto your roof racks that avoids beating the hell out of the back of your car while at the same time virtually disappearing when not in use.
DRY = WARM
Maine weather can be deceiving when you’re heading out on the water. The air temperature might be warm, but the ocean temperatures here in Casco Bay take much longer to moderate, remaining cold into June. When you’re wet, you lose heat 25 times faster than when you’re dry.