Reading Time: 6 minutesYou went kayaking with some friends and decided you like the sport. You went out and bought a nice new beautiful kayak. Now you are asking yourself “Self, how do I take care of this beautiful kayak?” Try to keep it indoors or covered if possible (direct sunlight will bleach colors and material, seats get … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhat to wear when kayaking is a great question. Wear comfortable, light-weight clothing that won’t suddenly weigh you down should you end up in the water. Shorts, t-shirts, and sandals are excellent kayaking clothes. Don’t forget your life jacket and a safety whistle! A good hat for shade is nice too. Bug spray repellant won’t … Read more
Reading Time: 5 minutesRegardless of what led you to this article or what piqued your interest in kayaking, one of the first questions you’re going to ask yourself is: “What do I need to start kayaking?” a kayak (well, duh) kayak paddles (trust me, they help) personal safety flotation device (not optional) a safety whistle (who doesn’t love … Read more
Reading Time: 6 minutesBest kayaks for beginners is our topic today. During a lunchtime chat the other day, a coworker had patiently listened to me drone on about my love of kayaking. Having piqued his interest he asked, “What is the best type of kayak for a beginner?” It depends on the intended use but for most situations, … Read more