EQUIPMENT
Lifesaving sport competitions require a lot of equipment, but clubs do not necessarily need to have everything to train. Here is a list of all the equipment a lifesaving club may need, in the sport’s three categories. Note that the prices below are for new equipment and are only approximate. For more information, visit Aquam and Lifeguard Depot to find all the equipment you may need. It is also possible to purchase used equipment to save money, but research and inspection of the equipment should be done prior to purchase.
SURF
- Surf skis ($3500)
- Senior Board ($2500)
- All boards are 3.2 meters long and weigh approximately 20 pounds.
- An S board is designed for paddlers weighing up to 145 pounds.
- An M board is designed for paddlers weighing up to 165 pounds.
- An L board is designed for paddlers weighing up to 200 pounds.
- An XL board is designed for paddlers weighing up to 235 pounds.
- An XXL board is designed for paddlers weighing up to 255 pounds.
- Junior Board ($1200)
- Ideal for athletes who are under 5 feet tall and weigh less than 90 pounds. These boards are 2.5 meters long.
- Paddle ($500)
- Fins ($300)
- Rescue Tube ($100)
- Beanie ($25)
- Beach Flags ($20)
- Beach flags are usually made from a garden hose cut into approximately 30 cm pieces.
Once you have acquired several boards and surf skis, it is strongly recommended that you purchase a rack or trailer to attach to your club vehicle, so that you can move your equipment to competitions throughout Quebec and Canada.
- Rack ($500)
- Class 1 Trailer Hitch with Installation ($350)
- Trailer ($2000 to $10,000)
- The price of a trailer depends on the model and the number of craft you need to move. Keep in mind that as your club grows, so will the number of crafts.
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