Surf Kayak Techniques
First check the beach for rips. Rips are currents running out through the surf from the beach....
Strap a Kayak and Paddle to a Roof Rack
While attempting to strap a kayak to a roof rack can present its own problems, figuring out what to do with a kayak paddle poses its own...
Canoe and Kayak Launch Etiquette
Without canoe and kayak launch sites much of the waters that are paddled would otherwise be inaccessible. While many of the paddling...
Top Reasons to Paddle
Paddling is indeed great exercise. There are few activities that offer this degree of aerobic...
5 Goals for Every Paddler
Few activities give the outdoor enthusiast such a varied array of experiences as paddling. Whether you are seeking the heart-stopping...
Put on a Half-Cut Whitewater Kayak Helmet
While there are many stylistic and functionally different options in kayak helmets today, the “half-cut” variety have become the most...
How to Put on a Full-Cut Whitewater Kayak Helmet
While there are many helmet options for the paddler, “full-cut” whitewater kayak helmets offer...
What to Take on Your Next Overnight Paddling Trip
Planning an overnight canoe or kayak trip can often be as much fun as the trip itself. A properly planned trip involves research,...
How to do the Kayak Draw Stroke
There are times when in a kayak when you will need to maneuver the boat sideways. Most people assume that this is an impossible maneuver....
Learn the Kayaking Backstroke
There are times while kayaking when the paddler will need to paddle backwards. Of course the...