Kayak Paddles Articles & Videos

• Folbot Kayak Instructions

  Folbot kayaks fold up into two bags for easy storage and transport. When at the launch site, according to Folbot, kayakers "should be able to put the boat together in under 20 minutes." Assembling the boat quickly means more paddling time a… read more

• Problems Separating Kayak Paddles

  Your kayak paddle separates into two pieces at a joint. It's not uncommon for these pieces to stick together. Learning what causes this, and how to prevent it, will save you time during your next kayaking trip. read more

• How to Stop a Kayak From Wobbling

  Kayaking in water conditions such as high tide, high sand bar and deep bottom can cause your kayak to start wobbling or flip over. High tide is when the tide is at its peak for the day. High sand bar means a ridge of sand has formed in the… read more

• How to Change Directions in an LLC Kayak

  One of the essentials of beginner kayaking is learning how to efficiently and effectively rotate your craft, giving you complete control while you're out on the water. Turning your boat, a seemingly simple maneuver, can take some time to ma… read more

• How to Build a Kayak Paddle

  You know you're a full-blooded kayaker the first time you hit the water with a beautiful, polished and handcrafted kayak paddle that you have made with your own hands. You may stick with your composite and titanium paddle for day-to-day har… read more

• Why Do I Need a Longer Kayak?

  Most sea kayaks are between 16 and 19 feet long. Recreational kayaks are usually a bit shorter, in the 12- to 15-foot range. The length of a kayak has an impact on many aspects of kayaking. read more

• Kayak Rolling Instructions

  The kayak roll is an essential skill for serious whitewater and sea kayakers. Being able to roll your kayak after a capsize means you do not have to pump out a cockpit full of water or re-enter the kayak from the water. More importantly, it… read more

• How to Use a Kayak Paddle With a Bent Shaft

  Bent-shaft kayak paddles were designed to help alleviate stress on a paddler's wrists. The design places the wrists in a more ergonomically correct position, enabling the paddler to spend more time on the water while enduring less wear and… read more

• Techniques for Kayak Paddling

  While many beginning kayakers are worried about mastering the roll and what to do if they can't roll and need to get out of the kayak, the paddling stroke is equally important. Efficient paddling will help keep your body relaxed and less fa… read more

• Kayak Gifts

  Kayaking is a sport that can easily become a way of life. If you want a kayak-related gift for that special kayaker in your life, you are in luck; a wide variety of those gifts exist. Gifts range from the practical to the whimsical, with us… read more

• How to Feather a Kayak Paddle

  Besides your kayak, your paddle is one of the most important pieces of equipment you will use in the activity of kayaking. A large consideration you will need to make is whether to kayak with your paddle feathered or unfeathered. Feathering… read more

• How to Calculate Length of Kayak Paddles

  Selecting the size of a kayak paddle is not an exact science. The type of kayaking you do, your paddling style, the size of your body and the size of your boat all make a difference, as does personal preference. If you can, try out several… read more

• How to Choose the Right Length Kayak Paddle

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• How to Size a Kayak Paddle

  After picking out a kayak, the next step is to get a paddle, something too many novice paddlers don't pay enough attention to. Getting the right kayak paddle involves looking at the blades and getting the right length for the application in… read more

• Kayak Paddle Styles

  The style of kayak paddle you pick should be based on a number of factors. These include your height and strength, the size of your kayak and the type of paddling you'll be doing. Whitewater paddles will need to be shorter, sturdier and mor… read more

• Kayak Styles

  As the sport of white-water kayaking has advanced, kayaks made for white water have become more specialized. Saying you own a white-water kayak no longer completely describes your boat. Kayaks have become specialized and made for specific p… read more

• Kayak Advice

  It is probably not going too far to say that the invention of the kayak among the indigenous tribes of the far North had the same impact that the wheel had on civilizations with less water and more hard surfaces. Kayaking is not just a util… read more

• What Size Kayak Paddles to Purchase

  Kayak paddles are designed for touring or white water and come in measurements of 190cm to 240cm. Finding the correct size paddle is as essential as picking the right kayak for the type of kayaking you plan to do. The right size will be bas… read more

• How to Operate a Kayak

  A kayak is a more slender version of a canoe that is built for solo rides through rough and potentially hazardous water. Kayaks can be used on the ocean and can be taken out on rivers and streams for white-water kayaking. Operating a kayak… read more

• How to Train for Flatwater Kayak Racing

  After slalom racing, flatwater kayak racing is the most physically challenging of kayak race events. All of the power comes from you, the paddler, and winds or undercurrents are often working against you. While the race season may be relati… read more

• Proper Kayak Strokes

  Kayaks are efficiently built water vessels that are perfect for cutting through rough and turbulent water. The key to utilizing this efficiency depends on how well you use your paddle in the water. A lot of focus is placed on effective padd… read more

• The Kayak Paddling Methods

  Kayak paddling methods are more about technique than upper body strength. When you learn how to properly paddle a kayak the payoff is a huge increase in enjoyment of the sport. You will be able to spend more time on the water, go farther,… read more

• How to Do Kayak Tricks

  If you are an adrenaline junkie with some kayaking experience, you might be looking for ways to take your kayaking to the next level. The white-knuckle thrills associated with kayak tricks can be addictive, and mastering these techniques wi… read more

• How to Cartwheel a Kayak

  Cartwheeling a kayak is a freestyle technique that involves taking a kayak on edge and then rotating it so that first the bow, then the stern, smashes into the water while on edge. Learning to perform a technique like this takes a great dea… read more

• Kayak Paddling Tips

  Kayaking is a great way to explore areas of the world that aren't usually accessible. The best place to learn how to kayak is on a lake. And like any activity, the more you practice, the better you'll be. read more

• Kayak Paddle Review

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• Kayak Tips

  Kayaking a stretch of whitewater is an adrenaline-inducing rush and outstanding summer recreation. However, being able to navigate rivers in safety requires lots of practice and several skills, in addition to the proper gear. read more

• How to Measure a Kayak Paddle

  Kayak paddle overall length is normally given in centimeters by manufacturers. Other measurements are figured by what system you're comfortable with. Three key factors go into choosing the proper length of a double-bladed kayak paddle: hei… read more

• Choosing the Right Kayak Paddle

  Three key factors must be considered when choosing the proper length for a kayak paddle: your height, the width of the kayak and your paddling style. Three more factors determine the type of paddle -- blade shape, shaft shape and compositio… read more

• How to Kayak

  Kayaking is a popular water sport that almost anyone can enjoy. It is fairly simple to learn, especially in calmer waters. Learning the basics of how to kayak requires only a few minutes, so head to a nearby lake or river and rent a boat… read more

• How to Hold a Kayak Paddle

  Learning how to hold a kayak paddle properly is one of the first steps for beginning kayakers. In fact, even experienced kayakers sometimes hold the paddle incorrectly from time to time, grasping it backward or upside down. It's important… read more

• How to Row a Kayak

  A kayak will give you the freedom and control of a real outdoor adventure whether in open water or rapids. Even beginners can quickly master the basics without getting dunked too often. Becoming skilled at the correct paddling techniques wi… read more

• How to Buy the Right Kayak

  Anyone new to the sport of kayaking can find the process of choosing the right kayak overwhelming. With so many different brands, styles and materials available, choosing the best kayak for your needs can seem like a daunting task. The good… read more

• The Best Kayak Paddles

  The best kayak paddle will depend on your experience level, the kind of water you'll be in and the length of your kayak trips. Factors such as the length of the paddle, the material the paddle is made from and the shape or angle of the blad… read more

• Kayak Paddling Instructions

  Learning a proper kayak paddling technique is an essential step to enjoying your time on the water. Even recreational users benefit greatly from learning proper technique because it means that they can go longer while experiencing less fati… read more

• How to Find the Best Kayak Life Vest for Women

  While there is a certain amount of subjective opinion involved in the quest for the "best" kayak life vest, the choice ultimately comes down to a question of sufficient flotation and fit. A kayaking life vest should be stamped as Class III… read more

• How to Use Kayak Paddles

  Learning to use a kayak paddle is simple as long as you remember to utilize your whole body. It's important to be conscious of your body, how you are holding your paddle, and how you are moving, in order to prevent strains and other injurie… read more

• How to Tandem Paddle a Kayak

  For those that enjoy kayaking but prefers to have someone else along, the tandem kayak is an excellent option. A tandem kayak seats two people, one in the front and one in the back. It is very easy to paddle a tandem kayak, and simply invol… read more

• How to Use a Kayak

  There are three important elements of boat control involved in kayaking. First, you must understand how to enter and exit the kayak. Second, you must understand how to propel and direct the kayak. Third, you must understand how to take c… read more

• How to Use a Kayak Paddle

  Your kayak paddle is the single most important piece of kayaking equipment you have. Using it effectively will keep you from capsizing, swamping your boat, drifting and beaching. You need to take ownership of your kayak paddle with a firm… read more

• Parts of a Kayak Paddle

  There are several different varieties of kayak paddles, each differing slightly depending on if it is used in the ocean, whitewater or river. All kayak paddles however, have the same three basic parts (shaft and two blades) and serve the sa… read more

• How to Buy a Kayak Paddle

  Your kayak paddle is arguably your most important piece of kayaking gear. Your paddle will control how comfortable you feel in your boat and how effectively you are able to use your boat. Its length will determine your balance and your sp… read more

• East Coast Kayaking & Paddling

  The East Coast is filled with many excellent opportunities for kayaking. There are many miles of beautiful coastline which can only truly be appreciated on a kayak such as along the shores of Prince Edward Island in Canada and the Florida c… read more

• How to Perform a Tethered Rescue in Whitewater Paddling

  The tethered rescue is a last resort paddling rescue technique, as it requires the swimming rescuer, to place himself in danger by swimming out to a kayaker in distress. It should only be used in extreme cases, such as if the victim is unco… read more

• How to Paddle a Kayak

  As a beginner, learning to make your stroke efficient should be a priority in your kayaking practice. Whether you will be spending long days in the cockpit or you want to fight whitewater, learning to paddle with power and endurance is the… read more

• Benefits of Kayaking

  Kayaking is an ancient mode of travel, originally used by Arctic and Pacific Northwest natives. Today many people engage in this water sport as a means of leisure and exploration. Kayaking has been a way for man to embark on his perpetual q… read more