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The Fatal Excuse: Why "I Can Just Put It On" Will Not Save You When You Capsize

The Fatal Excuse: Why "I Can Just Put It On" Wi...

Walk down to any popular boat ramp, lakeside park, or river access point on a warm Saturday afternoon, and you will see a familiar, concerning sight. Dozens of kayakers will...

The Fatal Excuse: Why "I Can Just Put It On" Wi...

Walk down to any popular boat ramp, lakeside park, or river access point on a warm Saturday afternoon, and you will see a familiar, concerning sight. Dozens of kayakers will...

The 60-Second Habit That Could Save Your Life: Why Every Kayaker Needs a Float Plan

The 60-Second Habit That Could Save Your Life: ...

There is a specific kind of magic to pushing off from a quiet boat ramp just as the morning mist begins to lift. For many paddlers, the primary draw of...

The 60-Second Habit That Could Save Your Life: ...

There is a specific kind of magic to pushing off from a quiet boat ramp just as the morning mist begins to lift. For many paddlers, the primary draw of...

The Unspoken Rule of Paddling: Why Every Kayaker Needs to Be a Swimmer First

The Unspoken Rule of Paddling: Why Every Kayake...

There is an old, slightly cheeky saying in the whitewater and sea kayaking communities: We are all just between swims. When you are gliding across glass-calm water at sunrise, perfectly...

The Unspoken Rule of Paddling: Why Every Kayake...

There is an old, slightly cheeky saying in the whitewater and sea kayaking communities: We are all just between swims. When you are gliding across glass-calm water at sunrise, perfectly...

The Vintage Hull: A Complete Guide to Older Touring Kayaks

The Vintage Hull: A Complete Guide to Older Tou...

Buying, Restoring, and Retiring Classic Sea Kayaks There is an undeniable allure to the classic lines of a 1990s or early 2000s touring kayak. Long before the market shifted heavily...

The Vintage Hull: A Complete Guide to Older Tou...

Buying, Restoring, and Retiring Classic Sea Kayaks There is an undeniable allure to the classic lines of a 1990s or early 2000s touring kayak. Long before the market shifted heavily...

Why the 120 Rule Won’t Keep Kayakers Safe from Cold Water

Why the 120 Rule Won’t Keep Kayakers Safe from ...

Picture this: it’s a warm spring afternoon, the sun is shining, and the air feels like summer has arrived early. You load up your kayak, glance at the thermometer, and...

Why the 120 Rule Won’t Keep Kayakers Safe from ...

Picture this: it’s a warm spring afternoon, the sun is shining, and the air feels like summer has arrived early. You load up your kayak, glance at the thermometer, and...

Key Differences Between Kayak Wetsuits and Drysuits - Which One Is Best and When

Key Differences Between Kayak Wetsuits and Drys...

Key Differences Between Kayak Wetsuits and Drysuits - Which One Is Best and When Kayak Dry Suits vs. Wetsuits: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to staying safe and comfortable...

Key Differences Between Kayak Wetsuits and Drys...

Key Differences Between Kayak Wetsuits and Drysuits - Which One Is Best and When Kayak Dry Suits vs. Wetsuits: A Comprehensive Guide When it comes to staying safe and comfortable...