CONSIDERATIONS WHEN BUYING A KAYAK
BASIC DESIGNS There are 4- main categories of flatwater kayaks: Sea Kayaks, Day Touring Kayaks, Recreational Kayaks and Fishing or Sportsman Kayaks. (Please refer to the Kayaks Page on our website for in-depth information on Kayak Types). BASIC CONSIDERATIONS LENGTH Given two...
INFLATABLE KAYAKS
In January 2007, we headed south for a well-deserved month-long vacation in the sunny Caribbean. Of course being avid paddlers, kayaking was a central part of the vacation. It was also an excellent opportunity to...
KAYAK FISHING IS DANGEROUS: TRUE OR FALSE?
The simple answer is, yes, it is…. Dangerously addictive! However, the real answer is, no, kayak fishing is not dangerous. At least it doesn’t have to be. Being on the water will have certain risks, of...
KAYAKS GROWING IN POPULARITY
Kayaking is one of the fastest growing sports in North America, Time magazine recently reported. The sport has grown to nearly 8 million regularly active participants in the U.S. alone according to the National Sporting Goods Association (www.nsga.org). This growth...
KAYAK HISTORY AND EVOLUTION
The kayak may well be the world’s most versatile craft. When partnered with a skilled paddler it thrives in Mother Nature’s harshest conditions. Yet few know the kayaks fascinating history and evolution from Inuit hunting...
KAYAK MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
We suggest You Do an Annual Inspection! Before you put your kayak away for the off-season and prior to a long trip, a thorough inspection and proper kayak maintenance & storage is recommended. Using a flashlight,...
KAYAK MATERIALS AND THEIR EVOLUTION
It can be said that modern materials of construction are the key to the growth of kayaking as a popular sport. In other words, if kayaks were still being made from wooden frames covered in...
KAYAK PARTS & TERMINOLOGY
This article is to help you understand the kayak parts & terminology that are most commonly found/used in kayaks. It is important to have working knowledge of the ‘what’s what’ on your boat – especially...
KAYAK POPULARITY PADDLES AHEAD OF CANOES
If you’re a trendsetter in the Land O’ Lakes, than chances are you’ve already got a kayak. According to Larry Showler, who co-owns Frontenac Outfitters with his wife Christine, there are a number of reasons for...
KAYAK SAFETY GUIDE
Whether sea kayaking for a few hours or a few days preparation is essential. It can make all the difference between an enjoyable outing or a perilous exercise in survival. In areas with rapidly changing...
KAYAKING TO IMPROVE HEALTH
For years, much media coverage of kayaking has characterized it as a young person’s adrenaline sport. Lately, the focus has changed to encompass a wider audience by spreading the word on sea kayaking, touring and...
KAYAKING WITH CHILDREN
As kayakers, canoe & kayak shop owners, and proud parents, we suggest that with just a little planning, preparation and supervision, kayaking with children may just be the perfect adventure for you & your family! THE...
RUDDERS VS. SKEGS
What’s better, a British ‘Skeg’ style sea kayak or a North American ‘Rudder’ style sea kayak? When choosing a sea kayak, we’re often asked this question, as its one of the first decisions paddlers should consider. Let’s...