Nelson Camping Trip with my Inflatable Kayak
I took advantage of this beautiful long weekend to go camping and kayaking in Nelson, BC with my friend Lisa and her dog Ellie. Nelson is located in the Selkirk Mountains on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake in the Southern Interior of BC. Nelson is a real “hippie” town complete with many old and new hippies, great food, a funky vibe and all the outdoor recreation you can imagine. I have kayaked on Kootenay Lake several... (Continue reading...)
New Review: Infinity Orbit 245 Inflatable Kayak
One more new inflatable kayak review has been added this week… the Infinity Orbit 245 made by Harmony. This kayak has been added to the flat water inflatable kayak category. The Orbit is only 8 feet long and weighs a mere 19 pounds. I figured it would be fun to paddle but I did not expect it to perform as well as it did. For the size and weight of this model, the Orbit tracked really quite well and was able to pick... (Continue reading...)
Father’s Day Kayaking Trip
This past father’s day my brother Robin and my Dad came up from Vancouver to stay with me for the weekend and Robin and I took my Dad on his first ever kayaking trip. He was a natural and it was a ton of fun. I brought my Sea Eagle FastTrack with me and the Zoik AlterEgo since I was in the process of testing it out. My brother Robin teaches whitewater kayaking in Squamish, BC and brought up his hard-shell kayak. We... (Continue reading...)
New Review: Zoik AlterEgo Solo Inflatable Kayak
I have just posted a new inflatable kayak review for the Zoik AlterEgo. It is posted under the whitewater as well as the flat water inflatable kayak categories. This is a fun little inflatable kayak that only weighs 26.5 pounds and is very easy for one person to carry and transport. I found it very easy to carry to and from the water and it would work very well for traveling. The Zoik AlterEgo is designed to be paddled... (Continue reading...)
Stohlquist Cruiser Women’s PFD Review
I got the Stohlquist Cruiser PFD a while back and wanted to really wear it in a few different water and weather conditions before giving my review. After multiple uses I feel very confident that the Cruiser is a well fitted and comfortable lifejacket that is well made to suit most women’s bodies. I initially chose the Stohlquist Cruiser for several reasons: The biggest reason was that I wanted a PFD made for... (Continue reading...)
Paddling with an Inflatable Kayak Newbie
I was out kayaking the other day with my friend and drumming teacher Trevor. He had never paddled an inflatable kayak before and was interested in trying it out. In the past he had spent summers enjoying the lake here on a motor boat but has since given up using motorized vehicles on the water. He thought an inflatable kayak might be a great way to enjoy the lake again and introduce paddling to his son. Like me he thought... (Continue reading...)
The Go Girl – For Women Only
So here is a funny little product for women that really made me laugh… The Go Girl Urination Device. I realize this isn’t a topic that everyone wants to discuss but I think that all of the outdoorsy women out there will understand. Peeing in the outdoors simply isn’t as convenient for women as it is for men. If you spend a lot of time kayaking, hiking, camping or traveling then the ‘Go Girl’ is worth checking... (Continue reading...)
Whitewater Inflatable Kayak Pros and Cons
Whitewater inflatable kayaks are designed for those who want to paddle down raging rivers, manoeuvre around rocks and holes and generally do all sorts of crazy tricks that flat water kayakers wouldn’t dare. Consequently the whitewater kayaks have a unique design that allows for great manoeuvrability and control. For those who are considering whether or not they want to use an inflatable whitewater kayak below is a list... (Continue reading...)
Sea Eagle 380 Explorer vs 385 FastTrack
I have had so many questions from people who are trying to choose between the Sea Eagle 380x and the Sea Eagle 385 FastTrack. I can understand the confusion as these two inflatable kayaks have some very similar characteristics and are very comparable in size as well as in price. I feel I can offer a little bit of expertise on these two models as I have experience with them both. Hopefully the below information will... (Continue reading...)
Stand-up Paddling with Your Inflatable Kayak
Picture from http://canoekayak.com Stand-up paddle boards are all the rage. In fact you may have noticed they are suddenly everywhere you look. They are a cross between surfing and kayaking and one of the most fantastic workouts you could ever have. Stand-up paddling is a sport that any person of any age can enjoy and it is excellent for working on your balance and core strength. You do not necessarily need a SUP to... (Continue reading...)
