As a review of which kayak offers the most enjoyable kayaking experience I decided to compare three distinctively different types of kayak. In order to obtain a true reflection of each kayaks performance I used the same standard TGP paddles when using each boat. I also enlisted the help of two friends to compare notes. The Sevylor Ranger KRC7

Thousands of recreational boaters have a difficult time choosing between a kayak and canoe. There are plusses and minuses to both watercrafts. Most of your decision will lie with your planned use for the canoe or kayak. Fishermen going out in small groups will probably find kayaks to be of little use, while those who want to go bird watching wil

You must have seen a kayak bouncing across rivers or gliding across ocean before - if not in real life than on TV, in a book or online...somewhere hopefully. Though they look very small and seem to barely accommodate for occupants but at the same they can be loaded with enough supplies. Kayaking is really a great water sport, it is thrilling, adven

It is difficult to draw a line between what most people call a boat and a craft logically entitled to be called a yacht. Actually, any power or sailing craft used exclusively for pleasure is a yacht. On the other hand, most of us think of a yacht in terms of a craft fitted for cruising and requiring more than the usual two-person crew. For the

What does it take to sail? The main ingredients are a sailboat, a mild breeze on a suitable body of water, and a little desire. Sailing is by no means difficult, and if you can tell which way the wind is blowing, you can learn the fundamentals in a short time. The quickest and easiest method of learning to sail is to take a formal course. Such c

Lighthouses are the signal stations by means of which mariners determine their exact position. Mariners had once to be satisfied with natural landmarks, from which to obtain their bearings. These often being lacking at points where most needed, towers were built, and eventually lights were placed in many of them. The modern lighthouse represents th

You spend a lot of time making sure your personal watercraft is in tiptop shape. When it is, you reap the benefits of an enjoyable day on the water. Are you giving the same care to the trailer that carries your jet ski around? It's just as important to maintain your jet ski trailer as it is your PWC, jet ski, or sea doo. Proper and safe transpor

The Global Position System (GPS) is one of man's best and most amazing inventions. It involves the use of the 32 navigational satellites to track a GPS receiver's position with amazing accuracy, down to the nearest meter. In times gone by the mariners were guided by the stars while on the sea. In modern times they depend on the GPS system while

Sailboat living is for the entire family. And the most popular of all family boating sports is cruising. This may range anywhere from a few hours' trip to a week or more. When cruising, the size of your boat has nothing to do with the amount of fun you and your family can have. Even small open prams have a world of possibilities for young fellow

Regardless whether or not you are an experienced or novice when it comes to paddling a kayak you will need to plan your kayak travels with the up most care and attention. It does not matter if your kayak travel is a short recreational trip along your local river or a full on expedition you will need to ensure you take the right kayak accessories

To get a good boat, one must start with a good design. Any person equipped with basic woodworking tools, some experience and patience should be able to get his or her dreamboat translated into a real life of excitement and action. Boats do not go out of fashion. After a few years, if your taste or requirements should change, you can always sell you

All of us on land have had the experience upon walking down the street of meeting another pedestrian, turning to the right and having him turn to his left, then turning to the left and having him turn to his right and finally bumping him. To the pedestrian on the sidewalk, such action and such a collision is comical but between two boats on the wat

Sailing is one of the most relaxing, enjoyable sports imaginable. It's one in which any member of the family, regardless of age, can participate, but there are some basic water safety rules which any good sailor should learn. Capsizing Capsizing is probably the most common sailing accident. Usually it occurs when least expected. But if you wi

Sailboats are truly beautiful to watch from a distance. Graceful and practically silent, often with colorfully decorated sails, these boats seem to glide through the water like birds through the air. Of course, if you have ever been on a sailboat in a decent wind, you know that that appearance of calm is far from the truth. Operating a sailboat req

Sailing is an activity like no other. It can change so much from one day to the next, since it really depends on the weather. Big waves with no wind, big wind with no waves, no wind and no waves, or big wind and big waves will all provide a very different experience for thesailor . If you've only ever sailed one time, then chances are very good,