Feathercraft BayLee River User Manual

BayLee Rafts

for River

made in Canada by

River BayLee

Ination Bag Air Pump

(ships with self bailing

models)

Boat Valve

Fill Adaptor

and twist valve
connector

Inate raft with pump.

To ll, push ll adapter into valve and turn clockwise
1/4 turn.

To dump, push yellow poppit in and turn clockwise
1/4 turn

Orally inate seat bottom and back. Do not over
inate.

Fill Adaptor
on pump

Boat Valve

Boat Valve Cap

Using Ination Bag

To ll with ination bag, push
down yellow poppit and twist.
Connect ll adaptor to boat valve.
Turn 1/4 turn clockwise to secure.

Yellow Poppit

• Scoop up air into bag and hold top of bag shut.

• Do not push or kneel air into the boat. You must pull the boat

up to you during ination.

• Once the boat has some shape, detach bag, release poppit
to “UP” position. Replace valve cap and nish inating orally.

• Inate both sides evenly.

Fill Adaptor

Attach Optional Skeg to Floor

If you are rowing, attach with strap under your feet.

If you are paddling, you will be going in the opposite direction. Attach with strap under
your seat.

Inate Attach Seat & Thigh Strap

Safety & Education. Please read carefully!

Kayaking can be hazardous and can involve the risk of serious injury or death. Kayakers are responsible for obtaining

appropriate instruction in paddling skills, equipment safety, water safety, rescue and rst aid. It is strongly
recommended that you obtain training in kayaking safety from a qualied and experienced kayaking instructor.

The various components of Feathercraft kayaks are subject to wear, breakage and failure. This type of

damage can lead to accidents resulting in serious injury or death. It is your responsibility to maintain your kayak in

excellent condition.
If you have any doubts or concerns about the condition of your Feathercraft kayak, please contact us.

Kayak safety training should include the following topics:

Paddling Skills

Paddling techniques need to be practiced in various water conditions. Maneuvering a kayak through rough seas,
currents and tidal zones is quite different from paddling on at water. Practice wet exiting your kayak and re-entry
with the paddle oat.

Hypothermia

The greatest danger to a kayaker is hypothermia or cold water immersion. Protection against hypothermia involves
more than simply wearing the appropriate protective clothing. It involves all aspects of kayak safety.

Know your Kayak

Your safety on the water is dependant on all components of your kayak functioning perfectly. You must inspect your

kayak for signs of wear or failure before setting off on every trip, including seams, spray skirt, and hull. Ensure valves

are not leaking and the boat valve caps are secured.

Spray Skirt and Safety Sock (Sea Sock)

All Feathercraft kayaks come equipped with a spray skirt and safety sock (except the Sit-on-Top models). These are
important safety items, but you must be fully familiar with their use before an emergency arises.

Personal Flotation Device and Helmet

The wearing of an approved PFD is highly recommended for all kayakers, even those who are strong

swimmers. A helmet should be worn for whitewater or surf zone paddling.

Safety Equipment

The safety equipment you will carry in and on your kayak will vary with the nature and length of the trip.
Kayak trips of any duration however, require a towline, rst aid kit, pump, spare paddle, bowline, ares and
whistle as essential items. Safety equipment will only be of use to you if you have the knowledge and training
to use the equipment in an emergency.

Self-Rescue and Group Rescue

The nature of kayaking is such that some day you or a member of your group will capsize. This experience
can vary from a refreshing dip in the ocean to a life-threatening emergency. How you handle a capsize will
depend entirely on your training and experience. The kayaking community is blessed with a wealth of
material, including books, manuals, magazines, articles and videos, and resources including schools, clubs,
associations and training centres dedicated to kayaking safety. As with any skill, kayaking safety must rst

be learned and then practiced. We at Feathercraft strongly recommend that you access resources for kayak
safety in your community before venturing out onto the water.