Enjoy the outdoors by kayaking. You can paddle around a lake, through ocean waters and down rivers. To do any of those activities it's likely you are going to need a way to get your kayak to the landing and back. Several options are availab… read more
Heavy and often unwieldy, kayaks can be difficult to carry. Ideally, two people should be involved when lifting and moving a kayak. A single person should carry a kayak only when necessary. Kayaks aren’t cheap, and neither are doctor… read more
Get ready to ride the tide. Sea kayaking can be as staid and tame as you want it to be, but if you are an adrenaline seeker, you can head to areas with large tidal rushes, or "bore tides," and ride the waves they create. Riding the tidal wa… read more
Kayaking is an outdoor activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels. If you are a new paddler or an experienced paddler, working on your technique and basic skill set can make you more comfortable and confident when y… read more
Class V rapids are the highest classification of runnable rapids. Class VI does exist, but these rapids are considered unable to be paddled except by teams of experts for exploratory purposes. According to the International Scale of River D… read more
Good bracing technique while kayaking can mean the difference between staying upright in your boat or ending up upside down, requiring a roll or, even worse, a swim. If you're new to kayaking, the high-brace technique forms the foundation f… read more
"Seal launching" a kayak refers to dropping into the water from a rock or embankment. In areas where no good launch spots are available, this can be the best option or even the only option for entering a particular stretch of river. The dro… read more
Kayaking is an exciting way to observe coastal or river environments and is an exhilarating activity. When you are just starting out, however, it can be overwhelming when learning terms for your kayak, equipment and self-rescue moves. It is… read more
Whitewater kayaking can be an exhilarating and enjoyable summer sport. It is also a sport in which a beginner can quickly find himself in over his head, with potentially disastrous consequences. A lot of skill is needed to successfully and… read more
After mastering the essential roll technique, kayaking can be taken to the next level with advanced strokes and skills to improve balance, turning, and confidence on challenging lines. Efficiency with strokes and boofing allow the kayaker t… read more
Rolling a kayak back up while bouncing upside down in a rocky stream is a very challenging endeavor, but this skill must be mastered, if a paddler wants to attempt serious rivers. A good combat roll requires solid skills and a cool head, bu… read more
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