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Kayak Safety Tips

Warmer weather is right around the corner for most of us, which opens up lots of opportunities to get out on the water! Kayaking is even more enjoyable in fair weather when you can observe the beauty of your area’s natural environment in full bloom. That being said, it’s still important to go out prepared and safe to ensure you’ll be able to enjoy future adventures. Kayak safety is important whether you’re planning for an...

Kayak Safety Tips

Warmer weather is right around the corner for most of us, which opens up lots of opportunities to get out on the water! Kayaking is even more enjoyable in fair...

man kayak fishing

Why Kayak Fishing is Good for Your Health

Some hear kayaking and think of a serene, meditative bout on the water. Others seek out the strong rapids to race against. Whether you’re looking for calm or an adventure, kayaking is a sport that can provide both, especially when you add fishing skills to the mix. Kayak fishing might not sound the most exciting to those unfamiliar with it, but it actually can be quite engaging and allows you to develop more advanced kayaking...

Why Kayak Fishing is Good for Your Health

Some hear kayaking and think of a serene, meditative bout on the water. Others seek out the strong rapids to race against. Whether you’re looking for calm or an adventure,...

woman on a sit-on-top kayak

Sit-In Kayaks vs. Sit-On-Top Kayaks

Whether you’re looking for a new paddling experience, or you are just starting out with kayak sporting, you may find it a tough decision which type of kayak to invest in. There are many different styles, and it can be hard to understand which is appropriate for the kind of activity you’re looking to use it for. The largest sub-categories of kayaks are sit-in kayaks and sit-on kayaks. Each of these kayak styles obviously appear...

Sit-In Kayaks vs. Sit-On-Top Kayaks

Whether you’re looking for a new paddling experience, or you are just starting out with kayak sporting, you may find it a tough decision which type of kayak to invest...

kayak with a trolling motor

Kayak Fishing with Trolling Motors

Many anglers have chosen kayak fishing for its ‘ease of experience’ – a lightweight boat that you can easily transport, launch in the water, and go! Not to mention the happiness and stress relief of paddling and fishing on the open waters. With the many different kayak models, sizes, and shapes, you may not have thought of ‘motorizing’ your kayak. But adding a trolling motor to your kayak - or purchasing a kayak with a...

Kayak Fishing with Trolling Motors

Many anglers have chosen kayak fishing for its ‘ease of experience’ – a lightweight boat that you can easily transport, launch in the water, and go! Not to mention the...

storing a kayak in a shed

How to Store a Kayak

Whether you enjoy kayaking during only certain seasons of the year, or you are re-organizing your space, learning how to properly store a kayak is a key part of protecting your investment and avoiding damage to your kayak. Due to its size, the boat itself can be challenging to nicely stow away, but with the right tips it is doable. Regardless of indoor or outdoor space availability, storing your kayak appropriately is accessible with the...

How to Store a Kayak

Whether you enjoy kayaking during only certain seasons of the year, or you are re-organizing your space, learning how to properly store a kayak is a key part of protecting...

kayaking for exercise

Benefits of Kayaking for Exercise

Kayaking is an ideal exercise option for those who enjoy the water and staying active. Just like how you can choose to either walk, jog, or run, kayak exercise is similarly customizable. You can leisurely paddle around a lake, but you can also be out on the ocean or on river rapids for a more intense experience. It’s also adaptable to an individual or group work-out routine, not to mention during COVID, it’s an easy...

Benefits of Kayaking for Exercise

Kayaking is an ideal exercise option for those who enjoy the water and staying active. Just like how you can choose to either walk, jog, or run, kayak exercise is...