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The Mighty PFD: Personal Flotation Safety For Kayakers

March 01, 2026

Whether you call them lifevests, lifejackets or PFDs (personal flotation devices) — what is important is that you wear one while kayaking. We will call them PFDs for purposes of this blog post. Wearing a PFD will help keep you afloat when you end up in the water, either intentionally...

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Racks, Trailers & Carts: How To Transport Your Kayak

January 14, 2025

Some kayaks can be cumbersome, especially to transport. Lucky for us this has been an issue since the invention of the kayak, giving people and companies enough time to work out some really ingenious kayak transport solutions. The first thing you’re going to have to figure out when purchasing a...

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How to Choose the Right Kayak Paddle

January 14, 2025

Next to picking the right kayak, choosing the best kayak paddle will have the greatest impact on your boating adventures — perhaps even more so. Consider that you will be carrying the weight of the paddle, swinging it with each stroke nearly the entire time you are on the water....

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Why the Petzl GriGri Keeps on Sending

January 14, 2025

After all these years, the Petzl GriGri is still the most widely trusted assisted braking belay device on the market. It sets the benchmark against which all other devices are compared. While there have been some worthy runner-ups, the GriGri’s tried-and-true design and durability have made it hard to beat....

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5 Tips for Fishing While Camping (for Beginners)

October 01, 2024

Are you preparing for an upcoming fishing and camping trip? Learn five tips and tricks for having the safest, easiest, most fun experience possible. In this article, we’ll cover five things to do that will help keep your camping trip safe, simple, and fun while you catch and cook any...

The Top 5 Most Fuel Efficient Kayak Racks

January 14, 2025

That roof rack that’s been on your car for a year could be costing you more in gas every time you fill up. Adding anything to the outside of your car is going to affect your vehicle’s wind resistance, this is no exemption for a roof rack. Roof racks make...

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How To Get In and Out Of A Kayak In Water Safely

March 03, 2024

The most daunting part of kayaking for beginners is learning how to safely get in and out of a kayak. The last thing you want to do is embarrass yourself in front of other, more experienced paddlers - or worse, injure yourself. Whether you're trying to enter or exit your...

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What Is The Difference Between A Kayak And A Canoe?

January 14, 2025

What is the difference between a kayak and a canoe? While these two boats seem pretty similar, they have some striking differences you must be aware of. The ideal choice will depend on several factors. And today, we're going to unpack the kayak vs canoe debate to help you pick...

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How to Hang a Kayak in a Garage: 2 Ways to Store While Saving Space

April 08, 2024

When storing your kayak, the garage is the preferred choice. Storing kayaks in garage spaces protects them from the elements, making it easy to load up your boat and head out to the water. But if you’re like most people, garage space is a precious commodity you cannot afford to...

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How To Strap A Kayak To A Roof Rack

January 14, 2025

Want to learn how to strap a kayak to a roof rack? You've come to the right place. In this complete guide, you're going to learn all the different ways you can strap a kayak down on your roof. We'll teach you our favorite approach, and then walk you through...

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How To Store A Kayak Properly (Indoors, Garage, or Outside)

January 14, 2025

Whether you're putting the kayak away for the winter season or you just want to keep it out of the way between uses, learning how to store a kayak properly is important for any owner. Not only does this help you save valuable space in your garage, apartment, or shed...

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How To Paddle A Kayak: The Complete Guide

January 14, 2025

It sounds so simple - but learning how to paddle a kayak correctly is one of the most important first steps in your kayaking journey. You may have been paddling for a while and think you have it all figured out. But trust us - with the proper technique, your...

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