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Welcome to Vaikobi South Africa

World-class paddle gear, now available on South African shores.

VXPII PFDs
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Next generation storage, hydration + utility

VCOLD HYDROFLEX TOPS
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Stay warm without overheating

UV OCEAN TECH
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Lightweight Tees + Tops you can get wet

NEW ARRIVALS

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VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

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VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

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VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

VAIKOBI OCEAN PERFORMANCE

SOUTH AFRICA

Explore Why People love the VXPII

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  • Built for the water

    Technical gear trusted by paddlers, sailors and foilers across the globe

  • Local support

    Supplied and supported right here in South Africa by Rack and Paddle

  • Designed for real conditions

    From flat water to open ocean, we've got you covered

“When the weather turns, I can always rely on my Vaikobi gear to keep me out there racing.”

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Kira Bester, 2 x SurfSki World Champion - South Africa

“I never leave home without a Vaikobi life jacket, hydration and thermal gear.”

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Zane Westwood, Professional Foiler

“The only gear I trust to feel good and go fast on the water.”

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Austin Kieffer, Pro Paddler and US Champion