Kayaking General

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Best Inflatable Kayaks to Carry By Foot

Carrying your inflatable kayak by foot allows for the ultimate in convenience. A lightweight inflatable kayak that is easily carried in a backpack is ideal for those who: want to hike to their destination want to kayak to a destination then walk to their camp site want to take the bus or ride their bicycle to the water want an easy traveling kayak to bring with them to any destination For the most part if you want to... (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...)

Best Inflatable Kayaks for Speed

When I speak of inflatable kayaks that offer great paddling speed I typically mean flat water and open water kayaks. In other words kayaks which are best suited for paddling on lakes, ocean or mild rivers. I rarely mean whitewater kayaks as they are normally built for manoeuvrability as opposed to speed. Speed is not everything but it does allow you to go further in less time and often with less effort. So which inflatable... (Continue reading...)

Best Inflatable Kayak for Families

Over the past year I have received a LOT of questions from those looking for a good inflatable kayak that will comfortably fit a combination of two adults and two kids, or one adult and two or three kids, or two adults plus dog, etc. Essentially the question is “which is the best inflatable kayak for families?” As kids get older it is great for them to have their own inflatable kayak to paddle alongside the adults... (Continue reading...)

Popular 1 Person Inflatable Kayaks

If you are looking for a 1 person inflatable kayak but are not sure which one to choose then hopefully the lists below will help narrow down your options. A one person inflatable kayak is convenient for several reasons: It can be great for traveling as it will tend to weigh less than a tandem inflatable kayak It can give you the opportunity to easily get out to enjoy the water It is usually very quick to inflate... (Continue reading...)

Lightest Inflatable Kayaks

Are you looking for the lightest inflatable kayaks? A lightweight inflatable kayak can be absolutely ideal for those looking to travel. It can also be perfect for a person who will be carrying and transporting the kayak by themselves. Many inflatable kayak companies are using new types of materials that allow for rugged construction as well as the convenience of a very lightweight boat. Listed below are the 6 lightest... (Continue reading...)

Popular Inflatable Canoe Comparisons

An inflatable canoe is a very popular addition to many people’s summer fun. They are a great option for those who go camping, RV’ing, fishing and want the convenience of easy storage and easy transportation. Also they tend to cost less than a regular canoe. Two Inflatable Canoe Winners Over the course of the last year we have noticed two inflatable canoe models that consistently stand out in popularity. They are: (click... (Continue reading...)

Why Choose an Inflatable Kayak

I do believe that more and more people are choosing to purchase an inflatable kayak as I did as opposed to a rigid kayak. However we are still a fairly small community and although most people are very curious to know more about inflatable kayaks I still get some funny looks from those avid hard-shell kayaking people. That’s okay, as many of us know there are some really great reasons for choosing an inflatable kayak. Some... (Continue reading...)

Kayaking Aches and Pains – How to Avoid Them

Having always been an outdoorsy and sports minded person I am no stranger to aches and pains. If you are out kayaking for more than an hour it is very plausible that you may suffer from certain uncomfortable body aches. Common Kayaking Problems Sore Back A sore back will be especially common if you are kayaking with a cheap kayak seat. Many kayak seats do not offer proper back support and consequently if you are prone... (Continue reading...)

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