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Kayak Self Rescue Techniques
Regardless of your kayaking skill level, there’s always a chance of tipping over in your boat. The likelihood decreases as you gain more experience and learn to balance better, but there’s always the possibility of a rogue wave, current, or unexpected obstacle while you’re paddling. As you learn more about how to master paddling techniques and kayak maneuvering, you should also buff up on self-rescue techniques while you’re at it. How to Practice Kayak Self-Rescue...
Kayak Self Rescue Techniques
Regardless of your kayaking skill level, there’s always a chance of tipping over in your boat. The likelihood decreases as you gain more experience and learn to balance better, but...
Off-Season Fitness for Kayakers
The further we get into the fall season, the more layers you need to comfortably kayak. This prompts many who enjoy the sport to hang up their paddles and store their kayaks away for winter. The onset of this off-season doesn’t mean that you have to abandon the fitness and conditioning activities that preserve, enhance, and strengthen your paddling abilities, though. There are many exercises that allow you to stay in good ‘kayaking shape’ -...
Off-Season Fitness for Kayakers
The further we get into the fall season, the more layers you need to comfortably kayak. This prompts many who enjoy the sport to hang up their paddles and store...
Correctly Storing Your Kayak to Avoid Damage
While many enjoy changing up their gear and kayaking in the winter or fall, it’s not for everyone. Many prefer warm or fair-weather kayaking and once fall hits they’re ready to put their paddles away until spring. We get it, but this does raise the necessity of storing your kayak for several months. Knowing how to store your boat without damaging the hull is key in preserving its lifespan and being able to easily pull...
Correctly Storing Your Kayak to Avoid Damage
While many enjoy changing up their gear and kayaking in the winter or fall, it’s not for everyone. Many prefer warm or fair-weather kayaking and once fall hits they’re ready...
Should You Use a Wetsuit or a Dry Suit for Kaya...
As we get further into fall, it’s worth considering how your wardrobe should change when you’re on the water. It’s definitely something to prepare for as the temperatures drop. Not everyone knows the difference between wet suits and dry suits, and which one might be best when kayaking in the fall or winter months. Many turn to the wetsuit or a dry suit as an easy insulating and waterproofing exterior layer. These two pieces are...
Should You Use a Wetsuit or a Dry Suit for Kaya...
As we get further into fall, it’s worth considering how your wardrobe should change when you’re on the water. It’s definitely something to prepare for as the temperatures drop. Not...
Tips for Kayaking in the Fall
Kayaking is a year-round sport. Just because the cooler weather is moving in, there are still plenty of ways to continue paddling throughout the fall season. Especially with the changing colors that accompany this season, the scenery you’ll find while kayaking in the fall is unparalleled. Don’t let the colder temps put you off! While kayaking is possible beyond the summer months, you do have to prepare differently for fall paddling trips. This can be...
Tips for Kayaking in the Fall
Kayaking is a year-round sport. Just because the cooler weather is moving in, there are still plenty of ways to continue paddling throughout the fall season. Especially with the changing...
The Purpose and Use of a Kayak Cart
Kayaking is a great sport for people of any age. With kayaking, you can experience low-impact cardio and training mixed with the relaxing benefits of engaging with the natural environment around you. Some of the best kayaking spots aren’t the most easily accessible directly by car, however. The idea of carrying your kayak and gear to one of these spots isn’t typically appealing for most. If you find yourself regularly having to carry your kayak...
The Purpose and Use of a Kayak Cart
Kayaking is a great sport for people of any age. With kayaking, you can experience low-impact cardio and training mixed with the relaxing benefits of engaging with the natural environment...