American Paddler: Kayak Reviews, Tips, Guides and More - Kayak Reviews, Tips, Guides and More

Introduction When it comes to a youngster’s newfound love of paddling, the best kayak for kids is not only one that’s safe, stable and affordable — it’s also one your child will love. There are lots of great reasons to encourage your…

Introduction When you’re new to kayaking, it can be easy to think the best kayak paddle is the one you can buy for the lowest price. After all, a paddle is just a paddle, right? But when you consider the countless hours you’ll spend…

Introduction Sit on top kayaks are designed for paddling excursions of all kinds, from weekend fishing getaways to family vacations at the beach. The best sit on top kayaks are stable, easy to use and won’t tip over easily. One of the…

Introduction Motorized kayaks are, without a doubt, the newest frontier in recreational watercraft development. Since the popularization of the fishing kayak, anglers and other serious paddlers have schemed, plotted and planned ways to…

A good kayak flag should be at the top of every serious paddler’s kayaking safety kit. Especially if you plan to paddle at night, in high boat traffic areas or in larger ocean swells, a kayak safety flag can mean the difference between…

Introduction The best life jacket for kayaking is the one you’ll wear. And the same is true whether you’re paddling, sailing, swimming, fishing or boating. The excuses are almost endless: “It’s too hot outside.” “They’re not stylish.”…