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

One of the best parts about owning a kayak is getting to explore places you never thought possible. One of the worst parts — if you don’t own a good kayak navigation GPS system — is not knowing how to get back out. In the days of LTE and…

Introduction Whether you’re a linebacker in the NFL or simply someone who shops in the XL section of the department store, finding the best kayak for big guys isn’t always the easiest task. There are a lot of things to consider when…

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…

When you think of Oklahoma City, what typically springs to mind? If you said “kayaking,” you might be in the minority, but you wouldn’t be wrong. In fact, with Oklahoma City as the official training site for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic…

Towering skylines, hidden lagoons and serene inland reservoirs — when it comes to kayaking in Chicago, the Windy City might just be a paddler’s paradise. Oh, and did we mention it sits on a Great Lake, too? America’s third-largest…

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…