Reading the Weather Before & During a Kayak Trip
I have always wanted to be able to easily read the weather without having to look it up online or hear it on the radio. For kayaking, knowing the weather is extremely important. I have had the misfortune of being out on the ocean having a happy paddling experience when sudden winds picked up and no matter how hard I paddled, I seemed to get nowhere and if I stopped paddling I would get blown backwards. Let me tell you... (Continue reading...)
Lifejacket Hydration Pack
Depending on how hard you want to paddle, kayaking can be relaxing and it can also be a great workout. Staying hydrated is extremely important… especially if you are out in the hot sun. Keeping your water bottle in an easy access spot is not always convenient when kayaking. Also as anyone who has ever kayaked before will know, in order to drink from your water bottle you have to completely stop paddling and hold on... (Continue reading...)
Yakgrips Kayak Paddle Grips
These are the absolute best invention for a kayak paddle. If you have ever suffered from blisters or calluses while paddling, the Yakgrips kayak paddle grips will help immensely. I always seem to have a problem with getting blisters and calluses on the palms of my hands while I am kayaking. Consequently I wear kayak gloves, but in the summer my hands sweat and I am uncomfortable. I actually never thought to look into... (Continue reading...)
Inflatable Rafts are So Much Fun
We have now added an inflatable raft section to our quickly growing website. I have decided not to do actual reviews on the rafts because to be honest my passion will always be kayaks and I don’t feel I have the knowledge or expertise to offer on inflatable rafts. However as an avid promoter of fun recreational outdoor activities, inflatable rafting does not sit too far from the top of my list. It doesn’t... (Continue reading...)
Cheap Inflatable Kayak Problems
If you are looking for an inflatable kayak and trying to keep the cost down there are several cheap inflatable kayaks on the market ranging in price from under $100 up to $500. I wouldn’t consider anything over five hundred to be a cheap inflatable kayak. Some cheap kayaks are better than others, but there are some common problems to be aware of when spending very little on an inflatable kayak. Common Cheap Inflatable... (Continue reading...)
NRS Kayak Hanger
A kayak hanger is a neat idea. I don’t use one myself as I usually just store my inflatable kayak away in its bag. However I think if you have the space this kayak hanger would actually be really handy. Below are two reasons that even for an inflatable kayak this kayak hanger could be put to good use. You could use it to dry your inflatable kayak out. You want to make sure your inflatable is completely dry before you... (Continue reading...)
Common Inflatable Kayak Myths
There are a lot of misconceptions and myths surrounding inflatable kayaks. Unfortunately I think these myths cause consumers to doubt whether an inflatable kayak is the right choice. I will go through these myths below and clear up any confusion or misconception that people may have. Hopefully this will help those who have never used a good inflatable kayak to feel comfortable and well informed about their decision to... (Continue reading...)
Inflatable Kayaking and Kids
I don’t have kids, so I am not an expert on this subject. I do however have lots of friends with kids so have been around them a lot. While I like my peace and solitude while out in my inflatable kayak, I notice that kids just want FUN. Fun and adventure seem to be the name of the game. I would think that owning an inflatable kayak would be a wonderful thing if you have children. I remember as a child that summers could... (Continue reading...)
Advanced Elements Inflatable Kayaks New for 2010
It is always exciting to see who comes out with new inflatable kayak models for the New Year. This year it seems that Advanced Elements has topped the list with two brand new models to add to their popular fleet of inflatable kayaks. These two models are quite different from each other but each has their place within the inflatable kayak world and will likely be very appealing to many people. Below are the two new additions... (Continue reading...)
Inflatable Canoes – The Best of the Best
Inflatable canoes can often be interchangeable with inflatable kayaks. There are a few models however that definitely fall into the “canoe” category and make very compact and convenient boats for traveling, fishing, expeditions, and of course for summer fun. An inflatable canoe will have an open concept. Some are designed more for flat water while others are constructed specifically for taking on some bigger rapids. A... (Continue reading...)
