It is a lot harder to get motivated to go out paddling in cold conditions but I always find that once out there, I am thankful I went. With the proper gear it’s all very doable. The number one concern while paddling in cold weather is …
Layering for Cold Weather Paddling
If the water isn’t frozen, there’s no reason to stop kayaking when the weather turns cold. The trick to keeping warm is all in the layering. If your body and extremities are warm and if you follow some safety precautions, you can enjoy many cold …
Have Kayak, Will Travel
One of the coolest things about owning an inflatable kayak is that you can take it traveling. Most people think of kayaking as an activity done close to home or at least within driving distance. However a large majority of inflatable kayaks can …
Kayaking Down A Drainage Ditch At 34mph
Wow now that's what I call a kayak slide! Ben Marr takes kayaking in Vancouver to a whole other level when he kayaks down a concrete drainage ditch into Lions Bay. His kayak reaches 34 mph (56 kilometers per hour) and takes about half a minute to …
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Kayaking Destination Bucket List
I have been extremely fortunate in that I’ve had the opportunity to kayak in some spectacular places already. From the beautiful, clear waters of Fiji, to the scenic coastline of New Zealand, to the bath-warm waters of the Cook Islands to each of …
Inflatable Kayak Price Expectations
One of the most common questions I get asked when I am out in my inflatable kayak from people who are curious about them is “how much does one of those things go for?” The truth is that prices can vary quite dramatically and you might wonder what …
