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Inshore Flare Pack – Marine Distress Flare Kit for Coastal Boating (SOLAS Approved)

$164.90
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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

  • 2 x Red Hand Flare(s) – Bright close-range distress signal (approx. 60s burn)

  • 2 x Orange Hand Smoke Flare(s) – Daytime pinpoint location marker (approx. 60s smoke)

 


Key Features

  • SOLAS-Approved Safety Signals – International marine safety standard

  • Designed for Inshore & Coastal Boating – Ideal for near-shore use

  • Bright Emergency Signalling – High visibility to nearby vessels & rescue crews

  • Compact & Grab-Bag Ready – Easy onboard storage

  • Reliable in Marine Conditions – Built for real emergencies

  • Essential Boating Safety Equipment – Recommended for NZ vessels

  • 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:

  • Coastal & inshore boating

  • Trailer boats & small launches

  • Dinghies & small craft

  • Grab bags & emergency safety kits

  • 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

  • Red Hand Flare – Bright distress signal to guide rescuers to your location

  • Orange Hand Smoke – Clearly marks your position in daylight conditions

Together they provide effective close-range marine distress signalling.


Technical Overview

  • Product: Inshore Flare Pack

  • Approval: SOLAS compliant components

  • Signal Types: Red Hand Flare & Orange Hand Smoke

  • Use: Close-range & daytime marine distress signalling

  • Storage: Keep dry, accessible, and within expiry date


NZ Shipping & Safety Information

⚠️ Important:

  • Classified as Dangerous Goods

  • Shipping to business address or Mainfreight depot only

  • Cannot be delivered to residential addresses

  • Use only in genuine emergencies

  • 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