A kayak’s weight capacity is among the most crucial elements in establishing the right kayak size. However, the kayak’s dimensions, width, length, and other aspects can confuse a beginner. Due to this, you can forget the amount of weight that equipment and carried gear can add to the kayak. In this article, we’ll look at …
Sailing winches come in two types: the self-tailing winch and the non-self-tailing winch. So what are some differences that set apart the self-tailing from the non-self-tailing winch? Which type is the best to use? Each of these winches has unique features that make it ideal for specific tasks. What’s the difference, and why would you …
Have you discovered the bliss of sailing and wondered what the lifecycle of a sailboat looks like? Or maybe you want to invest in a sailboat but want to know the average lifespan of a sailboat and which type lasts longer. How long do sailboats last, typically? Here are the basics: A standard production sailboat …
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 …
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? …
