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Manual bilge pump

Marine

A hand pump to move water out of a swamped kayak or small boat.

Approx. cost
$20–$60
Weight
10–20 oz
Used in
2 kits

Purpose

Empty a flooded cockpit or hull to stay afloat and stable.

Used in kits

Alternatives

  • Bailer/sponge— The cheap backup; far slower than a pump.

Maintenance notes

  • Rinse after saltwater; confirm it floats and the piston moves freely.

Buying considerations

  • A floating pump won’t sink if you drop it.
  • Match capacity to your boat’s volume.

Page history & editing

Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor