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Kayakers at sunset in New York Harbor. Vor/Shutterstock New York City is an extraordinary place to…
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What is the main difference between a dry suit and a semi-dry suit? Why is there's such a big difference…
I'd like to show you three different ways to pick up a canoe and carry it by yourself on a portage. The…
As Jack says in the outset of an earlier video: "I'm an inflatable kayak enthusiast... I'm not…
The true story and life-saving lessons of Adam Irino’s very strange day. August 31, 2019 was shaping up…
This question is from imsealin – they asked how long should a kayak be for sea kayaking, and can it be…
There are hundreds of different types of kayak fishing clothing made by NRS, Stohlquist and Kokatat and…
When paddling a canoe, a solo paddler or a stern paddler is very often having to do some form of…
Power boats and larger sail boats need ramps or designated areas for launching and landing. Paddlers on…
Just as vehicles have roads and rules that dictate the way they travel over land, the flow of boat…
The four fundamental dimensions for a kayak are kayak length, kayak width, kayak deck/cockpit height…
By changing how you edge and balance your boat you can increase your stability and adaptability. Using…
There is nothing worse than wet gear, so check out these great dry bags ranging from 5L to 105L. These…
Learn a fast, efficient and stable way to re-enter your canoe after flipping over in deep water.
As kayak anglers, you know you need to dress for immersion. But what do you do if you actually flip a…
Learn how to paddle into the wind solo by distributing your weight, having the proper trajectory and…
Learn how to do a one person lift and a one person carry on a portage. No matter how "strong" you…
Loading a canoe by yourself can be awkward and difficult but with some practice and a few of these…
Learn what you need to remember to grab every time you hit the water no matter if your paddling a canoe,…
Don't underestimate the power of waves, no matter the size. Here are a few tips to help you navigate…
Watch for a quick comparison of a tippy kayak vs. a stable kayak and why a tippy kayak is actually…
During this video we'll do a quick demo of 8 exercises and lay out a basic training plan for you to…