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Category Archives: Tech Talk

Oct 12 | How To Clean and Store Your Inflatable Boat

by NRS Staff | Reply

Whether it’s coated with Pennel Orca® or another hypalon-type rubber, urethane or PVC, it pays to properly clean and store your inflatable boat. Continue reading →

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Oct 5 | How To Repair Neoprene

by NRS Staff | 1

In this video, we show how to repair neoprene when it gets damaged. Don’t throw that gear away; fix it! Continue reading →

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Sep 28 | How To Replace a Raft Valve

by NRS Staff | 2

Here we show you how to replace a raft valve, using a doughnut patch to cover the incisions you make to remove the valve’s inner piece. Continue reading →

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Sep 22 | How to Fit a Life Jacket

by NRS Staff | 4

Comfort in a life jacket is one of the most important water safety decisions you make. In this video, we show you how to fit a life jacket and tighten the straps to ensure it won’t ride up when you’re in the water. Continue reading →

Posted in Tech Talk | Tagged how-to, how-to videos, safety & rescue, videos | 4 Replies

May 25 | How To: PVC and Urethane Boat Repair

by NRS Staff | Reply

It’s important to master the skills and techniques of PVC and urethane boat repair and patching for your inflatable boat. Continue reading →

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Apr 27 | We’ve Come a Long, Long Way, Baby

by Clyde Nicely | Reply

All the life jackets NRS carries are U.S. Coast Guard Approved. As modern boaters, we’re fortunate to have so many jackets to choose from. It wasn’t always this way. Continue reading →

Posted in Tech Talk | Tagged gear, rafting, safety & rescue | Leave a reply

Jan 16 | How Neoprene is Stitched

by Clyde Nicely | 1

Neoprene was invented by DuPont® in 1930, and neoprene wetsuits, shoes, gloves, and hoods have been keeping boaters warm for years. The manufacturing process for neoprene used in these garments makes millions of tiny gas bubbles in the material that … Continue reading →

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