KAYAKING
Kayaking is one of the most versatile outdoor sports because it covers so many levels of intensity. You can be battling waves in the ocean, maneuvering in between razor sharp rocks on white rapids, or simply rolling down the stream and still be considered Kayaking as long as you are in a special one to two-man boat, a Kayak. There are many places to rent Kayaks to try out this awesome sport, or you could just buy your own and hit the ground running, or should I say hit the rapids rowing.
Kayaking is one of the most versatile outdoor sports because it covers so many levels of intensity. You can be battling waves in the ocean, maneuvering in between razor sharp rocks on white rapids, or simply rolling down the stream and still be considered Kayaking as long as you are in a special one to two-man boat, a Kayak. There are many places to rent Kayaks to try out this awesome sport, or you could just buy your own and hit the ground running, or should I say hit the rapids rowing.
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This is Everything You Need to Get Out There and Hit Those Rapids
1. Kayak
Kayaks are very simple one to two-man boats that come in many different sizes and shapes. There are sit-ins, sit-ons, closed, open, ocean, river, and many more different kinds of Kayaks.
2. Oar/Paddle
Your paddle is usually your only means of powering and directing your Kayak, depending upon what kind you have.
3. Life Jacket (PFD)
A Life Jacket (a.k.a. Personal Flotation Device) is very important to either wear or keep on board because you will not have to keep afloat on your own if you find yourself outside of your Kayak.
4. Dry Bags
Dry Bags are waterproof containers that keep your stuff dry. Extra clothes and food are not as good wet.
5. Water Shoes/Sandals with straps
Water Shoes are a good idea to wear when kayaking because they do not require socks (socks are not fun when wet) and they are usually designed to stay on even if you capsize in a swift current. Sandals with straps are a great alternative.
6. Clothing
When you go kayaking, you may wear whatever it is you want. I suggest wearing a swimsuit or quick-drying clothes because chances are, you will at least get splashed. Packing an extra dry outfit for the drive home is a good idea too.
Optional Accessories:
1. Paddle Leash
A Paddle Leash is simply a tether to keep you and your paddle connected at all times, no matter what.
2. Deck Bag
Deck Bags are great for kayaking because they keep everything you need together and organized.
3. Sponge
A Sponge will help dry out your kayak if you take on a little water (probable).
4. Bilge Pump
A Bilge Pump is a good idea if you have never been kayaking before and have little experience flipping a boat after it has capsized. The Bilge will allow you to get the majority of the water out of your Kayak.
5. Helmet
A Helmet is suggested if you will be close to sharp rocks and/or possibly overwhelming rapids because if anything happens to your head while you are surrounded by water, chances are your life will be in great danger.
6. Lightweight Anchor
An Anchor is necessary to stop your Kayak from moving if there are no islands or plant life around. An Anchor may also be used simply as a safety net from a runaway boat if you are beached.
1. Kayak
Kayaks are very simple one to two-man boats that come in many different sizes and shapes. There are sit-ins, sit-ons, closed, open, ocean, river, and many more different kinds of Kayaks.
2. Oar/Paddle
Your paddle is usually your only means of powering and directing your Kayak, depending upon what kind you have.
3. Life Jacket (PFD)
A Life Jacket (a.k.a. Personal Flotation Device) is very important to either wear or keep on board because you will not have to keep afloat on your own if you find yourself outside of your Kayak.
4. Dry Bags
Dry Bags are waterproof containers that keep your stuff dry. Extra clothes and food are not as good wet.
5. Water Shoes/Sandals with straps
Water Shoes are a good idea to wear when kayaking because they do not require socks (socks are not fun when wet) and they are usually designed to stay on even if you capsize in a swift current. Sandals with straps are a great alternative.
6. Clothing
When you go kayaking, you may wear whatever it is you want. I suggest wearing a swimsuit or quick-drying clothes because chances are, you will at least get splashed. Packing an extra dry outfit for the drive home is a good idea too.
Optional Accessories:
1. Paddle Leash
A Paddle Leash is simply a tether to keep you and your paddle connected at all times, no matter what.
2. Deck Bag
Deck Bags are great for kayaking because they keep everything you need together and organized.
3. Sponge
A Sponge will help dry out your kayak if you take on a little water (probable).
4. Bilge Pump
A Bilge Pump is a good idea if you have never been kayaking before and have little experience flipping a boat after it has capsized. The Bilge will allow you to get the majority of the water out of your Kayak.
5. Helmet
A Helmet is suggested if you will be close to sharp rocks and/or possibly overwhelming rapids because if anything happens to your head while you are surrounded by water, chances are your life will be in great danger.
6. Lightweight Anchor
An Anchor is necessary to stop your Kayak from moving if there are no islands or plant life around. An Anchor may also be used simply as a safety net from a runaway boat if you are beached.
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