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Kayaking Glossary of Terms
Kayaking can sometimes feel like an intimidating sport to break into given all the different lingo and equipment you often see associated with it. Even if you’re an experienced kayaker, there are often new terms or gear popping up for you to familiarize yourself with. Don’t let that scare you off, though. This just adds to the appeal of kayaking: it’s a mental exercise as well as a physical one! Beginner Kayaking Terms Here are...
Kayaking Glossary of Terms
Kayaking can sometimes feel like an intimidating sport to break into given all the different lingo and equipment you often see associated with it. Even if you’re an experienced kayaker,...
6 Popular Kayak Myths Debunked
We may not be the first people to share this with you and we might not be the last, but here are a few kayaking “myths” that need to be shown the door. Myth #1: I’m too weak; kayaking is exhausting Perhaps you have vivid memories of lugging around an old wooden rowboat or spent summers paddling a hot aluminum canoe and all you can think about is how tired and hot and cranky you...
6 Popular Kayak Myths Debunked
We may not be the first people to share this with you and we might not be the last, but here are a few kayaking “myths” that need to be...
Kayak Fishing Conservation: 4 Ways to Conserve
As more and more enthusiasts catch the kayak fishing bug, more and more stress is placed on our waterways and oceans. It is vital as a community that we continue to be mindful of the ecosystems that we come into contact with and develop best practices to mitigate our negative impacts. While there is a lot to be said for kayaking as an earth-friendly way to get on the water, we still need to stay...
Kayak Fishing Conservation: 4 Ways to Conserve
As more and more enthusiasts catch the kayak fishing bug, more and more stress is placed on our waterways and oceans. It is vital as a community that we continue...
Proper Kayak Fishing Etiquette
Etiquette, it ain’t just for tea parties. Using socially correct behavior on the water is just as important as anywhere else. As more and more people take up the sport of kayak fishing, it is important that they learn to operate appropriately. Simple manners can go a long way toward creating a pleasant day on the water. So, what are some of the behaviors expected by kayakers? I mean, if you don’t know the expectation,...
Proper Kayak Fishing Etiquette
Etiquette, it ain’t just for tea parties. Using socially correct behavior on the water is just as important as anywhere else. As more and more people take up the sport...
Fishing From a Sit-In Kayak
Kayak fishing has a robust following as more and more people have discovered the amazing advantages of these lightweight, maneuverable, and economical crafts. However, if you’ve spent any time at all looking at fishing kayaks, you have probably seen that they are largely of the sit-on-top variety. Sit-on-top vs. Sit-in And there are good reasons for the popularity of sit-on-tops for kayak fishing. Sit-on-tops have been touted for their stability, abundant storage, and comfortable adjustable...
Fishing From a Sit-In Kayak
Kayak fishing has a robust following as more and more people have discovered the amazing advantages of these lightweight, maneuverable, and economical crafts. However, if you’ve spent any time at...