Emptying a Whitewater Kayak while on the River
Emptying a swamped whitewater kayak is slightly different from emptying a swamped sea kayak because the boats are much smaller and more manageable, and because the shore is often much closer. Still, a little technique can make a big difference.
How to put on a Drysuit
The drysuit is the ultimate protective apparel for kayakers, rafters, canoeists and others venturing out on cold waters. Properly putting the suit on takes a little practice. Here are some best practices to consider.
How to do a Kayak Wet Exit
The kayak wet exit is an important skill that should be practiced fairly frequently. Practice your wet exits every time you get a new skirt or kayak. If it is your first time doing a wet exit or you are still getting comfortable, make sure you have a paddle buddy to lend a hand if needed. Read more about the wet ext: Tips and tricks
On Water Safety
People spend time out on the water to have fun with family and friends. It is never fun when someone gets hurt or has a bad experience. This article will help on water users: Kayakers, small boaters, SUP paddlers etc... stay safe and ensure everyone has a good time.
Foundational SUP Skils
This article will address four basic skills / techniques that will help every beginning SUP paddler be stronger, more stable and more efficient with proper paddle technique, body position and proper engagement of your core muscles.
How to Pack your Kayak
Tips on how to pack your kayak for a multi-day adventure. Best practices when packing and loading your gear to ensure you have an enjoyable time while out on the water.
Protect your Kayak Gear from Saltwater
Most paddlers in our neck of the woods paddle on the Puget Sound, a saltwater body of water that provides a great diversity of kayaking options. But we do pay price to paddle in such a beautiful setting. Saltwater is tough on our gear. Lets take a moment and talk about some of the things that all paddlers who frequent the saltwater can do to prolong the life of their equipment.
Kayak Design: Rudder vs. Skeg
A discussion focusing on the advantages and disadvantage rudders or skegs on kayaks and how those differences apply to the type of kayaking you are doing.
How to Safely Fall off your SUP
Learning how to safely fall off a SUP board and how to get back aboard are important skills to master. This article sites the best way to land in the water and different techniques for climbing back on the board, rescuing your paddle and standing back up on the board.
Sea Kayak Essentials
What should you bring on your next kayak outing? Well that will depend on the duration of your outing, when and where you will be kayaking and the risks involved. This article will address some of the considerations and requisite equipment for both day paddling and multi day kayak trips.
What do you need to go Whitewater Kayaking?
Once you decide that whitewater kayaking is for you, you will need to start the process of weeding through all of the available gear out there. It is our goal to provide you with some basic information and let you take it from there.
Choosing a Drysuit for Kayaking
Dry suits and Surface Immersion Suits come in a variety of configurations. When selecting a suit the first thing will be to of course identify what you will be doing the most of while wearing the suit. Take a peak to learn about some of the considerations for choosing a specific configuration and or material option.