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Inshore Flare Pack – Marine Distress Flare Kit for Coastal Boating (SOLAS Approved)
Essential Safety Flare Kit for Inshore & Coastal Boating in NZ
The Inshore Flare Pack is a compact marine distress signalling kit designed for coastal and inshore boating conditions around New Zealand. Containing a combination of close-range and daytime distress signals, this SOLAS-approved flare pack helps you attract attention and guide rescuers quickly in an emergency.
Perfect for trailer boats, small craft, and recreational boating — stay visible, stay safe, and be ready when it matters most.
What’s Included
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2 x Red Hand Flare(s) – Bright close-range distress signal (approx. 60s burn)
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2 x Orange Hand Smoke Flare(s) – Daytime pinpoint location marker (approx. 60s smoke)
Key Features
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SOLAS-Approved Safety Signals – International marine safety standard
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Designed for Inshore & Coastal Boating – Ideal for near-shore use
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Bright Emergency Signalling – High visibility to nearby vessels & rescue crews
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Compact & Grab-Bag Ready – Easy onboard storage
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Reliable in Marine Conditions – Built for real emergencies
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Essential Boating Safety Equipment – Recommended for NZ vessels
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Trusted Worldwide – Used by commercial & recreational boaters
Why Every NZ Inshore Boat Should Carry a Flare Pack
A dedicated inshore flare kit gives you reliable close-range distress signalling, increasing your chances of fast rescue when help is nearby.
Ideal for:
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Coastal & inshore boating
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Trailer boats & small launches
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Dinghies & small craft
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Grab bags & emergency safety kits
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Recreational & light commercial vessels
For full offshore signalling capability, inshore flare packs can be complemented with parachute rocket flares (long-range).
How The Signals Work
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Red Hand Flare – Bright distress signal to guide rescuers to your location
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Orange Hand Smoke – Clearly marks your position in daylight conditions
Together they provide effective close-range marine distress signalling.
Technical Overview
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Product: Inshore Flare Pack
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Approval: SOLAS compliant components
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Signal Types: Red Hand Flare & Orange Hand Smoke
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Use: Close-range & daytime marine distress signalling
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Storage: Keep dry, accessible, and within expiry date
NZ Shipping & Safety Information
⚠️ Important:
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Classified as Dangerous Goods
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Shipping to business address or Mainfreight depot only
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Cannot be delivered to residential addresses
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Use only in genuine emergencies
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Dispose of expired flares through approved NZ disposal programmes
Note: flares can only be delivered to a business address or marked for Mainfreight depot pickup. They cannot be delivered to a residential address