How to Make Your Own Kayak
Building you own kayak out of cedar strips is a rewarding and moderately challenging project. The...
How to Make a Spray Skirt for a Kayak
Two basic types of kayak spray skirts come in a myriad of designs. The white water, “water proof” neoprene skirts are made for...
How to Tie a Canoe on a Car Roof
If you want to take your canoe on a trip, you won’t need to purchase a trailer to haul it. Strapping it to your roof rack is...
How to Ride a Wave in a Kayak
Riding kayak waves is an unexpected adventure for some. For others, the thrill turns into a love...
Problems Separating Kayak Paddles
Your kayak paddle separates into two pieces at a joint. It’s not uncommon for these pieces to stick together. Learning what causes...
Portage Etiquette
Lake and river portages have different dynamics and support different craft. Either may be used as an entry or exit site, but the basic...
Types of Stretches for Kayaking
Stretching your muscles both before and after kayaking helps to increase flexibility and prevent...
How to Plan a Paddling Route
There’s more to planning a paddling route than grabbing your gear and jumping in the boat and heading down the river. There are quite...
Parts of a Kayak Paddle
There are several different varieties of kayak paddles, each differing slightly depending on if it is used in the ocean, whitewater or...
Primary Muscles Used for Kayaking
Kayaking is an excellent form of exercise and is particularly notable for helping to build...