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What is Surf Kayaking?
Combine surfing and kayaking? Yes, please! If you fancy the thrill of riding the waves without balancing on a board, then check out the growing sport of surf kayaking. Surf kayaking is just like it sounds - surfing with your kayak. And while it is as simple as that, it isn’t necessarily easy. While you can catch a wave with just about any kayak, some are designed specifically for surfing. And while you can paddle...
What is Surf Kayaking?
Combine surfing and kayaking? Yes, please! If you fancy the thrill of riding the waves without balancing on a board, then check out the growing sport of surf kayaking. Surf...
What Are Common Kayaking Injuries?
As kayaking and other water sports continue to rise in popularity, it is important to be safe on the water. Current Sports Medicine Reports, the official journal of the American College of Sports Medicine, estimates that more than 18 million people in the United States participate in some sort of paddle sport: canoeing, kayaking, rafting, or stand-up paddleboarding. So, even though these paddling sports are generally safe, there is always a risk when you head...
What Are Common Kayaking Injuries?
As kayaking and other water sports continue to rise in popularity, it is important to be safe on the water. Current Sports Medicine Reports, the official journal of the American...
Recreational Kayak vs Touring Kayak: What's the...
If you’re just starting out on your kayaking journey, selecting a boat can be confusing. There are many different types, and it can be tricky to identify the features and style that you need for different boating conditions. The first hurdle you may encounter is deciding between a touring or recreational kayak, as both are relatively beginner-friendly. Recreational and touring kayaks sound similar, but they will actually give you very different experiences on the water....
Recreational Kayak vs Touring Kayak: What's the...
If you’re just starting out on your kayaking journey, selecting a boat can be confusing. There are many different types, and it can be tricky to identify the features and...
Sea Kayak vs Whitewater Kayak: What’s the Diffe...
Kayaking is such a versatile and accessible sport that more and more people are picking up the paddle. But before you take home your first kayak, you should think about what your kayaking dreams entail. Are you looking for a wild whitewater ride with speed and exhilarating waterfall drops or do you desire long stretches touring natural beauty and wildlife sightings? Deciding what you want to do in your kayak will help you make a...
Sea Kayak vs Whitewater Kayak: What’s the Diffe...
Kayaking is such a versatile and accessible sport that more and more people are picking up the paddle. But before you take home your first kayak, you should think about...
How Can I Improve My Kayaking Endurance & Stren...
You may have heard someone quip that the best way to get in shape for kayaking. . . is kayaking. But a fat lot of good that will do when the water around you is frozen over. If you don’t live in a climate conducive to year-round kayaking, you might need to take some time to get – or stay – in shape for the kayaking season. We’ve got a few recommendations to make the...
How Can I Improve My Kayaking Endurance & Stren...
You may have heard someone quip that the best way to get in shape for kayaking. . . is kayaking. But a fat lot of good that will do when...
How to Repair a Kayak If It Gets Damaged
The first scratch on your new kayak is as inevitable as the tides. But not all damage is considered equal. In fact, there is quite a lot of wear and tear your kayak can take before it is structurally compromised and requires repair. Here are kayak repair tips. Before you jump to patching and melting and gluing. . . take a minute to assess your kayak’s damage. Assess Your Kayak Extent of damage The first...
How to Repair a Kayak If It Gets Damaged
The first scratch on your new kayak is as inevitable as the tides. But not all damage is considered equal. In fact, there is quite a lot of wear and...