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How to Kayak, Used Kayaks, Kayak Rolling Info for Beginners?

admin — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 05:58:11 +0000

Need a book or cd about kayaking basics incl. the various types, how to buy used kayaks, whitewater rafting, river safety,gears, supplies, etc. Ideas?
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A Kayak For Spring Training

admin — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 04:32:11 +0000

Spring means getting outdoors and working new exercises into your usual fitness routine. You may get the bicycle out of storage and start enjoying some fresh air during your daily or weekly exercise habit. There’s nothing like cycling to work the lower body large muscles, but what have you got planned for your upper body workout?

Ever heard of Kayaking?

Kayaking is a sport that requires both strength and endurance. It does an excellent job of developing the shoulders, chest and back while providing for your requisite cardio needs.

Kayaking can be done on any body of water and most often a lake, river, or in the ocean. It is usually distinguished from canoing by the fact that a kayak body has a closed cockpit while the canoe is open.

Divers and fisherman use kayaks as do adventure sportsman because of the kayak’s adaptability and range of touring. Kayaking as a sport has grown tremendously in popularity which has, unfortunately, driven up the cost of equipment over the last several years.

An entry level kayak of the inflatable variety can be purchased for about $250. This style and quality of kayak is often available from sporting goods stores or at a merchandiser like Costco. You will find less expensive versions, but just as you probably wouldn’t buy the $59 bicycle to get started, neither should you purchase the cheapest boat if you really plan to try and make kayaking part of your fitness regimen. When you get serious, $750 to $999 can get you into a single-man boat suitable for recreational use at all skill levels whether lake or ocean paddling. Prices increase for superior equipment and depending on the classification.

The more expensive models are lighter and easier to maneuver in and out of the water. They also become more stable as the engineering improves. Should you become a serious kayaker and want better equipment, consider purchasing a used kayak to get a better price point.

There are five basic categories for kayaks based upon the end use. General recreation, day trip or light touring models, expedition touring, whitewater and surf models round out the five classifications. Usability in each class affects price.

Though kayaking can be expensive, it doesn’t have to be. Nor does it have to happen in major rapids to be beneficial to your strength and endurance levels. It’s a great upper body workout for anyone. For fitness purposes, kayaking is actually well suited to still water like lakes while rivers provide their own tests. And of course, it requires strength, endurance and the ability to make calculated choices in order to navigate successfully and safely.

So if you enjoy exercise outdoors and more importantly, you enjoy the water, add kayaking to your health and fitness routine this year.
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Kayaking Info?

admin — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 01:25:14 +0000

Hey im thinking of buying a kayak I was just wondering if its hard to paddle on just calm water and if it is fairly easy to use on the ocean

Can you use ice-fishing rods for regular lake and creek fishing?

admin — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 15:39:16 +0000

I got a kayak now and it is not big enough to haul a regular fishing rod so i was wondering if an ice-fishing rod could still be used for fising in large creeks and lakes?
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What is the point of a skirt on a kayak?

admin — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:37:13 +0000

does it protect your kayak from sinking if it tips?
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New to Kayaking?

admin — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 06:59:00 +0000

Right, about two years ago I woke up one morning and decided to buy a mountain bike. I trained, got fit and now I race and love it…

I woke up this morning and decided I wanted to buy a kayak. I’ve never done it before, I really don’t want to pay for lessons etc, just buy the kit and jump in a quiet river and work on now training my upper body.

Anyone out there like to give me some good advice please. I can see that it’s not nearly as easy as it sounds. However if there’s any real qualifications or courses you do actually need to complete, that would be nice to hear about. (I’m in the UK)

I’ve been looking at the playboats, but I think I’m taking a liking to the touring kayaks.

Thanks
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What is Ocean Kayaking?

admin — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:12:33 +0000

Kayaking is a great hobby that many people love to spend their time doing. Being out on the open water on one of these crafts has a feeling all its own. There are many different types of ways to go kayaking. Ocean Kayaking is one of the most popular forms of this exciting adventure. This is when you take the kayak out to the ocean for some real fun. Ocean Kayaking can consist of short trips that only last for a short period of time or for long trips where you may stay out for hours or even days.

Ocean Kayaking first originated in Greenland, Canada and Alaska. The first sea kayaks were built here. These are small boats but very durable ones that are designed to be able to handle what the sea has to offer. Therefore, you don’t have to worry about the sea kayaks holding up while out exploring the oceans waters. They are designed with a covered deck for protection and include a spraydeck to keep water out of the boat if you encounter rough seas. This is a really nice accessory that is flexible enough too folded up and put in storage when not in use.

different kayaks are designed differently. They have special features that make them better for the type of kayaking that you are doing. The sea kayaks are designed to be comfortable. This is because when you go out Ocean Kayaking you may spend two or three days out on the water. They also have a lot of storage space to ensure you have enough room to all of your gear and security equipment. Sea kayaks are also designed to allow you to paddle easily when going in a straight line. This is an important factor when kayaking in the sea.

Ocean Kayaking can be a lot of fun, but only if you follow all the security rules. ensure that you double check all of your equipment and security gear. Let a friend or family member know of your plans and give them a detail list of your route and travel times. Don’t go if you do not have the experience to handle kayaking on the open sea. The biggest security feature of the kayak is you. If you don’t have the experience you need you may end up in trouble. You could run into a lot of unexpected things in the sea. Follow all the security rules and you can have a great adventure when you go Ocean Kayaking.
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Does anyone know where I can get cheap flights to Ethiopia?

admin — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 22:03:34 +0000

I looked on kayak.com because this is usually the cheapest. I’m going roundtrip from Denver to Addis Ababa. Time of year doesn’t matter. The cheapest flight I found is $1100 (taxes and fees included). Are there any small, hidden websites that can find me great prices? It seems like all the major ones such as expedia, travelocity, etc. aren’t any good.
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I found a kayak I want but don’t know how to get it home?

admin — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 03:05:30 +0000

I need the cheapest thing that I could put on the roof to get it around. Do you think the sporting goods store would have something?
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