At Pelican Sport, we engineer our kayaks and paddle boards for maximum performance and durability. We stand behind our products with the same commitment to quality in our returns policy. If you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase, we’re here to help.

Our Return Policy

You may return most new, unused items within 15 days of delivery for a full refund or exchange. To be eligible for a return:

  • Item must be in original condition with all tags attached
  • Original proof of purchase is required
  • Item must be in original packaging

Non-Returnable Items

For safety and hygiene reasons, the following items cannot be returned:

  • Inflatable kayaks (NEW Inflatable Kayaks category)
  • Used fishing gear (Fishing Gear category)
  • Opened packages of Mesh and Bungee Cords
  • Personalized or custom-made products

How to Initiate a Return or Exchange

Follow these simple steps to process your return or exchange:

  1. Contact our team within 15 days of receiving your order by emailing [email protected] with your order number and reason for return
  2. Wait for approval – We’ll respond within 1-2 business days with return instructions
  3. Package your item securely in the original packaging
  4. Ship the item back using a trackable shipping service
  5. Receive confirmation once we process your return

Return Request Template

Subject: Return Request – Order #[Your Order Number]

Dear Pelican Sport Team,

I would like to request a return/exchange for my recent order (#[Order Number]). Below are the details:

  • Product Name: [Product Name]
  • Reason for Return: [Reason – e.g., Wrong Size, Defective Item, etc.]
  • Preferred Resolution: [Refund/Exchange for [Product Name]]

Please advise on next steps. Thank you!

Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
[Your Email Address]
[Your Phone Number]

Refund Processing

Once we receive your return:

  • Refunds are processed within 3-5 business days after we receive and inspect the returned item
  • Your refund will be credited to the original payment method (Visa, MasterCard, JCB, or PayPal)
  • Shipping costs are non-refundable unless the return is due to our error

Note: It may take additional time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund to your account.

Exchanges

To exchange an item for a different size or model:

  1. Follow the standard return process above
  2. Clearly indicate you’d like an exchange and specify the replacement item
  3. We’ll ship the new item once we receive the original product

For faster service, you may place a new order for the desired item while processing your return.

Return Shipping

Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is due to our error. We recommend:

  • Using a trackable shipping service
  • Purchasing shipping insurance for valuable items
  • Retaining your shipping receipt until the return is processed

Damaged or Defective Items

If you receive a damaged or defective product:

  1. Contact us immediately at [email protected]
  2. Include photos of the damage/defect and packaging
  3. We’ll arrange for a replacement or refund at no additional cost to you

Need Help?

Our customer service team is here to assist with any questions about returns or exchanges:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm CST

We’re committed to making your water sports experience as smooth as our kayaks glide through the water!