Blogging about Kayaks!

tryankit asked:

A 17 km stretch from Shivpuri to Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh, India takes you through 9 rapids which range from grade 1 to grade 4. An awesome combination of chilled water at 5 degrees, beautiful white sand river beaches, a jaw dropping lineup of Kumaon mountains and the feeling of dipping in the holy waters of Ganga!

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Gregg Hall asked:


The sport of kayaking is a fun one for those who are outdoor enthusiasts and water lovers, going back all the way to Native American fishermen who built theirs of wood. Don’t worry, I am not going to suggest that you make your own kayak from wood, even though these are the most beautiful they require a lot of maintenance and care to keep them in proper working order.

There are many different types of kayaks on the market today made of materials from lightweight fiberglass to plastic. The plastic ones are very durable and you can drag them over rocks and oyster shells without fear of banging them up and puncturing them easily. These kayaks come in one and two person versions as well as specific models made for the ocean.

If you like the solitary feel of being at one with nature then you will probably want to go with a single seater. These models are small and light enough that almost anyone can load and unload them in the back of a pickup truck. If you are a beginner, you should opt for a kayak that is very wide and stable to reduce the possibility of turning over. If you are a more seasoned user you will probably want to go with one that has more of a performance shape that will allow you to handle waves more efficiently.

The sport is not really all that hard to learn, especially if you take my advice and go with a wider kayak to start off with. If there is a course available in your area you may want to consider taking one to give you more confidence in your ability if nothing else. If you are not experienced stay near shore until you are more proficient. I have seen people where I live one the Gulf coast of Florida paddle out over a half mile off shore and then get caught in headwinds on the way back that made it difficult to get back to shore.

If you live in areas in the Pacific Northwest such as Oregon, Washington, or Coastal Canada, there are tours available that will enable you to paddle alongside Killer Whales. Here in Northwest Florida there are many choices of locations to go kayaking from the rivers and creeks to the bays and even the Gulf Of Mexico.

As with any other new endeavor you should take precautions and go with a buddy when you are first learning and be sure to wear a life vest for safety. Bring along a small first aid kit in case of accidents and have fun on the water.



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Brett M asked:


I have a 2000 Mazda Protege and I am just getting the type of kayak to go in lakes and calm rivers.

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Ernest Tang asked:


Your vacation can be spend in a sea kayaking adventure as kayaking is an excellent workup for your body and mind. The kayak that is built is equipped to handle all sort of sea conditions as well as long term trips.

Kayaking is a vigorous sport for lovers of the sea and sea kayaking adventure is an exciting outdoor sport. When you are out in the sea, you will blend with the picturesque and mysterious coastlines. No other sea sport will give you the experience that will remain with you forever.

The breathtaking experience on top of a fun-filled exercise mix together with the beauty of nature will delight even a novice. A vacation out at sea on a sea kayaking adventure can be amazingly stunning and entertaining with the unpredictable nature of the sea. Sailing on a kayak is fascinating and alluring with whatever companions that you bring along. 

North American people are naturally adventurous and with sea kayaking, you can discover and partake in a memorable voyage that takes you far and wide. It is a great exercise and provides the most ideal adventure especially for nature lovers where you can connect and embrace the beauty of the wide sea. You are the pilot of the kayak and you will guide it to conquer the unpredictable sea and waves. That is what I call adventure where you are solely responsible for your own safety as well as that of your companions.

With sea kayaking, you have to be equipped with the requisite skills to cope with the rough sea and all the unpredictability that it brings. Although sea kayaking can be fun, not everyone is suited for it as it demands strength, resilience and the spirit of adventure as well as permitting surprises on occasion too. The most essential quality is patience to rough through it as it can be lonely at times. For those with such qualities, it can be the most satisfying sea adventure.

People of all ages can enjoy sea kayaking as long as they are active but you need to note that sea kayaking can be very dangerous if you are not equipped with all the safety precautions. Those that are immersed in it will do it repeatedly for it is an incomparable sport. A sea kayaking adventure is a massive experience with unadulterated thrill when you out there battling nature. Whatever you do, so long as you put safety at the top of your concern, there is nothing that you can do out there when embracing the sea.



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fishyaker asked:

John “Toast” Oast of Fishyaker.com demonstrates how easy it is to install a basic anchor trolley system on a kayak. These techniques may be used to install a more sophisticated system, using pulleys and bungee cord. Check out the Fishyaker Youtube page for more kayak fishing how-to’s. Fishyaker.com

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YouAllSuck5000 asked:

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kayaker6sic6 asked:

Rafters enjoying some steep creek action on Brush Creek, CA during the high water spring runoff of 2005.

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