How To Use A Kayak Cart: A Step By Step Guide

Are you tired of hauling your kayak? If your launch spots require a lot of overland carrying, a kayak cart is an excellent investment. These simple carts are inexpensive and allow you to save trips back and forth. If you’re unable to carry your kayak very far, these handy helpers mean you can explore more …

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Are Inflatable Kayaks Safe? What You Need To Know Before Purchasing

Inflatable kayaks are a great option for those looking at dipping their toe into the water and buying a kayak. They have many benefits but they’re not as common as their hardshell counterparts. Many paddlers have never even seen one in person, and they aren’t aware of what the best inflatable kayaks on the market …

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The 5 Different Types of PFDs and How To Choose The Right One

If you’re heading out kayaking, then a life vest is an essential piece of safety equipment that you have on board. Even for strong swimmers, they provide extra buoyancy to reduce fatigue and keep you safe out on the water. PFDs are required by both state and federal law. While there are many styles and …

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How to Carry a Kayak The Right Way

Kayaks effortlessly glide across the water, seemingly with the smallest effort. With a smooth stroke, a touring boat can glide on and on and on. But on land, kayaks aren’t so elegant. Actually, they can be downright awkward. With a few tips and some practice, carrying a kayak won’t break your back. One person can …

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Is Kayaking Safe For Non-Swimmers?

Many non-swimmers wonder if they can go kayaking. The risk of a kayak tipping over or a paddler winding up in the water is a very real one. All kayakers should be prepared if it happens, but it’s not the normal course of events. Most paddling happens on peaceful calm days when there is little …

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A Complete Guide To Night Kayaking: What You Need To Know

Late-night paddles may seem like a crazy idea, but many kayakers enjoy an occasional nighttime outing. The stars on the water are magical, and city lights look spectacular. Fishermen enjoy night fishing when there are more bites and fewer boats on the water. In some parts of the world, kayak tours go out to spot …

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4 DIY Kayak Lights You Can Make At Home

If you’ve ever been kayaking at night you’ll know how dark it can get. Not only does this make it really hard to see what you’re doing, it’s also a huge safety hazard as other vessels won’t can’t see you. This is why it’s absolutely essential to have some sort of light on board when …

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Eddyline Skylark Review

The Eddyline Skylark is a recreational kayak with the size and stability for beginners, but with the performance and efficiency that will satisfy an experienced paddler. The Skylark is in a crossover class, with the size and fit of a recreational kayak, along with the features and performance commonly found in a full-fledged sea kayak. …

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Eddyline Sky 10 Review

The Eddyline Sky 10 is a more compact version of their incredibly popular Skylark. The Sky 10 is smaller and lighter, but with the same size cockpit as the Skylark, and the same speed, efficiency, and performance that the Skylark, and all Eddyline kayaks, are known for.  The Eddyline Sky 10 has a two-layer ABS …

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