It is noticed that people, especially beginners, tend to have many safety-related misconceptions about kayaking. Some don’t give potential risks a second thought. And on the flip side, some will freak out about things that aren’t even real, actual threats. Kayaking carries some inherent risks which can be minimized to a certain extent by proper planning and following guidelines. This article is not meant to scare you, but rather to encourage you to think things through, plan your …
Kayak outriggers are like training wheels for a kayak; they’re flotation devices that essentially widen the bottom of your boat, giving you more stability. They usually take the form of an arm protruding horizontally from the side of your kayak with some kind of pontoon at the end.
They are all about stability. There are a number of situations in which you may find your boat simply isn’t stable enough. Perhaps you’re on a long stretch of water where using a sail would be …
Information on each and every aspect of life can be found in social media platforms in this modern day and age. Likewise, there are many channels on YouTube which can provide you with tips and guidelines to can help you to improve your time in the water while kayaking. They are of a great help in case you are a beginner. Similarly, if you are experienced, you can improve your kayaking skills from the tutorials on these channels.
Anglers today have an incredible advantage with being able to watch …
The feather of your kayak paddle refers to the angle your blades are offset from one another. Feathering your blades is especially helpful in windy conditions. When one blade is in the water, the one in the air can slice through the wind rather than be a drag in the wind. An unfeathered paddle is more intuitive to use, so using a feathered paddle takes some practice. And whether you feather at all is completely up to you. Feathering a kayak paddle simply means you adjust the ferrule on the shaft …
A power pole provides you with a shallow water anchor that deploys silently, holds strong, and gives you the best shot at putting more fish in your boat - all at the touch of a button. A power-Pole puts control in the palm of your hand. For close, inshore fishermen there is a need for having a quiet, steady boat to catch the biggest haul. A rocking boat can create unnecessary noise that can scare away any fish near you, leaving you empty-handed in an otherwise great spot.
There are a variety of …
Kayak surfing is sport that involves surfing in the ocean using a kayak. This quickly growing sport is basically like traditional board surfing, except instead of riding the waves on a board, you maneuver through the surf with a kayak.
Surf Kayaking was initially developed as a recreational activity which later turned into a sport of its own right. The sport has a lot of similarities to surfing using a surfboard, the only difference being the type of equipment used. Kayak surfing is steadily …
Scupper plugs are small rubber or plastic pieces that block or cover the drain holes on a sit on top kayak. Scupper plugs give you the ability to cover the self-bailing drain holes in the hull of a sit-on-top kayak. This helps you achieve a drier ride by preventing water from coming up through the scupper holes.
There are universal scupper plugs that will fit most sit on top kayaks. These plugs are made of rubber and also contain a small piece of string that makes it easier to remove the plugs …
Kayak touring means surfing the sea while being on a kayak for recreational purposes. Here are some of the differences between a touring kayak and a recreational kayak:
The difference between a recreational kayak and a touring kayak is something that perplexes many people who are new to the sport. Some think a recreational boat is just a cheap touring kayak. They might be right to some extent, touring kayaks are often more expensive since, in addition to being constructed of better materials, …
There are few better ways to see the world than by kayak. A kayaking trip is a perfect way to feel nature and enjoy your leisure time. If you are lucky enough to be on vacation after a busy season, kayaking should be one of your first choices for spending your free time. For kayakers, here are a few ultimate trips that we would love to make:
The French Alps are a beautiful playground for kayakers. Starting with the Ardèche for beginners or the bigger volume of the Sunshine Run on the Durance for …
An inflatable kayak is preferred over a hard shell kayak for two reasons: they are much easier to transport & store and they also can be really affordable. So overall, they might be the most accessible way to get on the water. They’re generally very stable compared to hardshell kayaks. Some of them would be hard to capsize on calm water even intentionally. Stability in kayaks correlates with width and inflatable kayaks are usually quite wide. There are disadvantages as well, most …
