Do you enjoy going out on the water in a kayak or a canoe? Either option is a great way to get in some time experiencing the great outdoors and some exercise. But which one is more likely to bring about an unexpected dip in the water? You’re more likely to flip a kayak when it comes to kayaks and canoes. Why’s that? Their design sacrifices stability in honor of speed and agility. You’ll move…

Many people have wondered about this question, as a matter of safety and convenience, because a kayak is much more exposed to the elements than a larger boat would be. When you’re out on a lake in a kayak, you don’t have much room in the vessel to maneuver, which means you’d like calm waters to navigate in. However, kayaking in the rain is generally reasonably safe and can even provide some very memorable experiences…

If You Can’t Swim, Is Kayaking An Ill-advised Adventure? Kayaking is a fun way to get some physical activity outside fresh air. Someone who cannot swim might not feel this same way, but in truth, kayaking is a suitable water activity for everyone. You may wonder if it is safe to kayak if I can’t swim. Please take a few simple precautions, and yes, it is! How Can I Kayak if I Can’t Swim? Yes, Kayaking is…

Wind Limits for Fun and Games when Kayaking Fun paddling in your kayak provides great entertainment as it has since ancient times, between 6,000 and 8,000 years ago. However, kayak safety remains a significant concern. Regardless of kayaking, it’s wise to recognize the wind’s safety limits. Recognizing wind limits provides a safer kayaking experience. Generally, winds of 15 miles per hour or more become dangerous. Kayaking on small ponds, lakes, and slow-moving rivers can become…

Kayak Weight Limits Canoes or kayaks sometimes seem too heavy for beginners. If so, don’t worry – this type of boat has a maximum weight capacity that you should never exceed. Once you hit this limit, it becomes unbalanced and unsafe. Kayak boats come in two basic shapes: straight outrigger (also called sit-on-top) and bowrider. Sit-on-tops are usually lighter and easier to handle for beginners. Bowriders, however, give you better stability and strength at the…

“Can you use a whitewater kayak on a lake?” is an essential question that many paddle craft enthusiasts struggle with. Frequently, people try to use their kayaks on small acreage lakes and find that their craft simply cannot maneuver the shallow waters of these lakes. The answer to this question is yes, though it does not come without some challenges. Whitewater kayaks are much more maneuverable than regular recreational boats due to the nature of…