Kayaking is fun, but there is one part that’s not, and that is flipping! Inexperienced kayakers may wonder how often that happens! Do kayaks flip easily? Is it something you really need to worry about as a first-timer with poor skills? Luckily, kayaks are not designed to flip easily. Here are the factors that can …
Kayaking used to be a difficult sport to get into. Storing an old-school kayak was hard, as was transport. And you needed to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars before you start! But no longer! With better inflatable and folding kayaks, it’s become much easier to get out on the water. If you’ve never been …
You can kayak in most bodies of water, assuming they are safe and you have permission to do so. Some lakes and rivers are public property or might require you to gain permission via a permit to kayak on the water. Can you kayak anywhere? Are there rules as to where you can navigate a …
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Did you know that in most boat fatalities, deaths occur as a result of drowning? And nearly 90% of these fatalities are because the boaters were not wearing their life jackets. Yet, whenever you visit kayaking centers, you will find many boaters without life jackets. So, is it illegal to kayak without a life jacket? …
If you’re lucky enough to be invited out on a sailboat trip on a lake or ocean, dressing properly for the event is important. People often tend to think that their everyday clothes are appropriate for a boat trip, and this kind of thinking is dangerous and can lead to accidents at sea. What are …
While all sailboats rely on wind, the types of sails used can vary greatly based on weather and craft type! The reason for all the different types of sails is important to understand. Depending on the time of day and location of the water body, you might experience varying weather conditions. The sail acts like …
