  | Crashing the "River of Glass." Gunnar Krueger drops in on the Verzasca. Ticino, Switzerland. Photo: Michael Neumann | |  | | | Lotus Designs kayaking gear by Patagonia is a collection of personal flotation devices (PFDs), clothing and accessories built by kayakers for kayakers. Founded by whitewater kayakers who wanted make better gear for their friends and fellow boaters, Lotus Designs builds high quality paddling gear for whitewater kayaking and sea kayaking. Whether you're on the ocean or the river, you will be safe, dry and comfortable in Lotus kayaking equipment. Our kayaking gear and equipment is built to withstand long days on the river, UV rays and sound thrashings. Lotus paddling jackets are waterproof, windproof and breathable, and the seams are taped. Our PFDs are designed for various types of boating: whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking, open-water paddling, touring, kayak rodeos, freestyle and search and rescue. We even make life jackets for dogs so you can take your canine buddy out on the river. At Lotusdesigns.com you can shop for kayaking gear online, order a free catalog or find a Lotus paddling gear dealer near you. Learn more about our whitewater gear and our sea kayaking equipment. | |