Brisbane, Australia boasts miles of sandy beaches and access to the Indian Ocean. Sea kayaking on the coast is challenging due to the open coast, large ocean swells, marine wildlife and surf launches and landings. Learning how to kayak in t… read more
Skegs are self-housing rudders found on the bottom of sea kayaks and designed to help steer and keep the kayak on track. They retract into the hull of the boat, keeping the lines of the boat sleek and contained. Because the skeg is attached… read more
Sea kayaks come in a variety of styles, designs and hull dimensions. Some sea kayaks come with rudders, some with skegs (rudders housed internally on the inside bottom of the kayak). Many sit-on-top sea kayaks or hard shell touring kayaks d… read more
The names given to the parts of a kayak may be helpful. Knowing them will help you better understand the boat you are paddling, and communicate better with other kayakers by using precise terminology. read more
Kayaking is a sport that has evolved greatly over time. New designs and materials have opened up kayaking to different styles of paddling. While it was originally a mode of transportation, it is now a multifaceted sport. Kayaking can be tra… read more
South Padre Island, Texas, is a popular destination for people who want tropical weather while staying in the country. South Padre Island offers year-round activities, including music, dancing, restaurants and nightclubs. There is fishing a… read more
Kayaking on the ocean is a common adventure sport bringing non-surfers out into the open waves and allowing individuals to explore otherwise inaccessible coastline. However, one of the dangers when kayaking on the ocean is the potential ons… read more
Koh Samui is probably the most developed of Thailand's tropical island destinations, so there is a wide range of lodging options that will satisfy almost any taste. For the outdoors enthusiast, Koh Samui offers access to Angthong National M… read more
Kayak's can be a pricey investment, ranging from $700 all the way up to $2,500, depending on the type of sea kayak you choose. Don't simply buy whatever kayak the sales clerk tells you is good. It's important to get the kayak that best suit… read more
Kayaking in open water can be a lot of fun but you do need to be aware of weather conditions before going out. Not only do you need to know information such as wind speed and direction, wave heights and tidal currents, before you go out on… read more
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