Paddling: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
How to Eskimo Roll a Kayak
Every kayaker should learn how to flip their kayaks back over if they end up upside down, otherwise known as the Eskimo Roll. Here are the steps to one method of doing what is known as the Eskimo Roll.
Every kayaker should learn how to flip their kayaks back over if they end up upside down, otherwise known as the Eskimo Roll. Here are the steps to one method of doing what is known as the Eskimo Roll.
Guide to Buy a Kayak Paddle
This article explains the different attributes and design features that go into buying a kayak paddle.
This article explains the different attributes and design features that go into buying a kayak paddle.
Essential Kayak Equipment
This a list of the necessary kayak equipment a person should buy when getting started. Buying your first kayak equipment is a bitter-sweet moment. Here you will find an explanation of the essential kayak gear that a kayaker must have as well as other non-essential equipment one may want to consider purchasing.
This a list of the necessary kayak equipment a person should buy when getting started. Buying your first kayak equipment is a bitter-sweet moment. Here you will find an explanation of the essential kayak gear that a kayaker must have as well as other non-essential equipment one may want to consider purchasing.
Roll a Kayak: Skill Progressio
Being able to roll a kayak is an absolute must for all whitewater kayakers. The first time that most people attempt to roll a kayak they put too much emphasis on sweeping the paddle. Unfortunately for these people the driving force behind rolling a kayak is the hip-snap. It is for this reason that you should understand all of the skills involved in rolling a kayak prior to attempting a roll. This kayak roll skill progression will help guide you through these skills.
Being able to roll a kayak is an absolute must for all whitewater kayakers. The first time that most people attempt to roll a kayak they put too much emphasis on sweeping the paddle. Unfortunately for these people the driving force behind rolling a kayak is the hip-snap. It is for this reason that you should understand all of the skills involved in rolling a kayak prior to attempting a roll. This kayak roll skill progression will help guide you through these skills.
History of Canoe/Kayak
Canoe/Kayak Debuts as an Olympic Sport
Canoe/Kayak Debuts as an Olympic Sport
The Big Boat Races
The United States men's (8+) rowing crew competes at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
The United States men's (8+) rowing crew competes at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Take a Forward Stroke
This article describes how to hold and use a kayak paddle to take a forward stroke.
This article describes how to hold and use a kayak paddle to take a forward stroke.
Canoe Gear
This a list of the necessary canoe equipment and gear a person needs to buy when getting started.
This a list of the necessary canoe equipment and gear a person needs to buy when getting started.
Dress for Safety
To Dress for water safety should be a top priority for paddlers of canoes and kayaks. Here is a list of the top 10 things paddlers should wear or have on board to ensure the safety of themselves and the people they are with.
To Dress for water safety should be a top priority for paddlers of canoes and kayaks. Here is a list of the top 10 things paddlers should wear or have on board to ensure the safety of themselves and the people they are with.
Hold a Kayak Paddle
This steps directs kayakers to understand the parts of a kayak paddle.
This steps directs kayakers to understand the parts of a kayak paddle.
Overnight Canoe Trip Gear
Make sure you don't forget anything on your next canoe camping trip. A properly planned trip often involves lots of research, conversation, and packing. An overnight canoe trip checklist can be the difference between being fully prepared or forgetting something that is important to your paddling trip.
Make sure you don't forget anything on your next canoe camping trip. A properly planned trip often involves lots of research, conversation, and packing. An overnight canoe trip checklist can be the difference between being fully prepared or forgetting something that is important to your paddling trip.
How To Get Into a Kayak
This article outlines the steps for how to get into a kayak safely.
This article outlines the steps for how to get into a kayak safely.
Top 5 Canoe & Kayak Tips
The Top 5 Canoe & Kayak Tips for Maximum Enjoyment
The Top 5 Canoe & Kayak Tips for Maximum Enjoyment
How to Hip Snap
The hip-snap is the driving force behind being able to flip a kayak back over once it is upside down. This article teaches a person how to practice the hip snap in a kayak.
The hip-snap is the driving force behind being able to flip a kayak back over once it is upside down. This article teaches a person how to practice the hip snap in a kayak.
Greatest Rowing Moments
Greatest Moments in Olympic Rowing History
Greatest Moments in Olympic Rowing History
How To Canoe Forward Stroke
This article explains how to do the most basic canoe stroke known as the canoe forward stroke.
This article explains how to do the most basic canoe stroke known as the canoe forward stroke.
Getting Started in Paddling
Getting Started in the Sport of Paddling. Choose the Right Type of Paddling for You. There are many factors to consider when deciding to paddle. Some of these factors are why you want to paddle, where you will paddle, who you will paddle with, and what type of canoe or kayak you want to paddle.
Getting Started in the Sport of Paddling. Choose the Right Type of Paddling for You. There are many factors to consider when deciding to paddle. Some of these factors are why you want to paddle, where you will paddle, who you will paddle with, and what type of canoe or kayak you want to paddle.
Greatest Moments in Olympic
Greatest Moments in Olympic Canoe/Kayak History
Greatest Moments in Olympic Canoe/Kayak History
Paddling Explained
This article explains the basic definition of paddling as well as the difference between kayaking and canoeing.
This article explains the basic definition of paddling as well as the difference between kayaking and canoeing.
An Illustrated History of Rowi
Rowing has been around from the beginning of human civilizations. This articles features an illustrated history of this most ancient of acitivities known as rowing.
Rowing has been around from the beginning of human civilizations. This articles features an illustrated history of this most ancient of acitivities known as rowing.
Olympic Rowing Rules
Olympic Rowing can be a complicated sport to understand. There are single sculls, double sculls, coxless pairs, coxed quads, and eights to name just a few of the events. Learn all about how to decipher this terminology and how the events are run.
Olympic Rowing can be a complicated sport to understand. There are single sculls, double sculls, coxless pairs, coxed quads, and eights to name just a few of the events. Learn all about how to decipher this terminology and how the events are run.
Plan Overnight Trip
There are many factors to consider in the planning of an overnight canoe or kayak trip. Canoe camping is one of the greatest The beginning canoeist and expert alike must consider these 10 things before setting out on an overnight paddling excursion.
There are many factors to consider in the planning of an overnight canoe or kayak trip. Canoe camping is one of the greatest The beginning canoeist and expert alike must consider these 10 things before setting out on an overnight paddling excursion.
How to Hold a Canoe Paddle
This article describes to the reader how to hold a canoe paddle.
This article describes to the reader how to hold a canoe paddle.
Learn To Canoe / Kayak
Learn To Canoe / Kayak Lessons and Tutorials
Learn To Canoe / Kayak Lessons and Tutorials
Whitewater Classification
This article explains the Whitewater Classification System known as the International Scale of River Difficulty.
This article explains the Whitewater Classification System known as the International Scale of River Difficulty.
Canoe and Kayak Gear Storage
Nothing is worse than getting out on the water and finding out that some item you’re wearing is ripped or broken. Also, canoe and kayak gear isn’t cheap. It is for these reasons that we should take every step we can to make sure that we can get as much life out of our gloves, booties, paddling jackets, pfds, and whatever we paddle with as we can. Here is a list of 5 things you can do while packing up your stuff to help extend the life of your gear.
Nothing is worse than getting out on the water and finding out that some item you’re wearing is ripped or broken. Also, canoe and kayak gear isn’t cheap. It is for these reasons that we should take every step we can to make sure that we can get as much life out of our gloves, booties, paddling jackets, pfds, and whatever we paddle with as we can. Here is a list of 5 things you can do while packing up your stuff to help extend the life of your gear.
Top 10 Reasons to Paddle
Top 10 Reasons to Paddle Canoes and Kayaks. Reason one is to paddle for exercise. Paddling offers great aerobic exercise as well as upper body conditioning.
Top 10 Reasons to Paddle Canoes and Kayaks. Reason one is to paddle for exercise. Paddling offers great aerobic exercise as well as upper body conditioning.
Learn The Sport of Rowing
This article features articles, how-tos, and tutorials focused on the sport of rowing.
This article features articles, how-tos, and tutorials focused on the sport of rowing.
Olympic Rowing Competitors: Th
Olympic Rowing Competitors: The Best of the Rest
Olympic Rowing Competitors: The Best of the Rest
How to Canoe
It should be surprising that most canoe owners don't know how to canoe. All too often these people only employ one type of canoe stroke and switch the side they are paddling on way too frequently. This guide will explain the skill progression needed to learn how to canoe, including how to hold a canoe paddle, how to take a forward stroke, hot to take a canoe j-stroke, how to take a canoe draw stroke, and how to paddle a canoe in tandem.
It should be surprising that most canoe owners don't know how to canoe. All too often these people only employ one type of canoe stroke and switch the side they are paddling on way too frequently. This guide will explain the skill progression needed to learn how to canoe, including how to hold a canoe paddle, how to take a forward stroke, hot to take a canoe j-stroke, how to take a canoe draw stroke, and how to paddle a canoe in tandem.
The Best of the Rest
Meet some of the fiercest competitors that that pose a threat to the American team in the 2008 Beijing Olympics Canoe/Kayak events.
Meet some of the fiercest competitors that that pose a threat to the American team in the 2008 Beijing Olympics Canoe/Kayak events.
Olympic Rules and Scoring
Olympic Canoe / Kayak Rules and Scoring
Olympic Canoe / Kayak Rules and Scoring
Paddling Exercise
Paddling is great exercise. It helps to build cardiovascular, aerobic, and upper body conditioning effects.
Paddling is great exercise. It helps to build cardiovascular, aerobic, and upper body conditioning effects.
Canoe J-Stroke
This how-to explains the steps involved in the canoeing manuever known as the j-stroke. The canoe J-Stroke is probably the most important canoe stroke to learn. Every person who has ever sat in a canoe knows how difficult it is to keep it going straight. With every stroke of the paddle, the canoe wants to turn to the opposite side. The canoe j-stroke is the remedy to this problem and actually allows the canoeist to correct the direction of the canoe while paddling forward.
This how-to explains the steps involved in the canoeing manuever known as the j-stroke. The canoe J-Stroke is probably the most important canoe stroke to learn. Every person who has ever sat in a canoe knows how difficult it is to keep it going straight. With every stroke of the paddle, the canoe wants to turn to the opposite side. The canoe j-stroke is the remedy to this problem and actually allows the canoeist to correct the direction of the canoe while paddling forward.
Tuck When Upside-Down in a Kay
Every whitewater kayaker will be upside-down in a kayak at some point early in their paddling career. While it is not natural to tuck when upside-down in a kayak, this quick how-to will guide you through the steps of tucking when you are upsidedown so that you can either wet-exit or roll back up. Tucking and staying in the tucked position is crucial to the safety of the kayaker as well as the first step in rolling a kayak.
Every whitewater kayaker will be upside-down in a kayak at some point early in their paddling career. While it is not natural to tuck when upside-down in a kayak, this quick how-to will guide you through the steps of tucking when you are upsidedown so that you can either wet-exit or roll back up. Tucking and staying in the tucked position is crucial to the safety of the kayaker as well as the first step in rolling a kayak.
Anatomy of a Paddle Stroke
The Anatomy of a Paddle Stroke. Paddlers have a wide variety of choices to employ in their arsenal of paddle strokes. There's the forward stroke, the draw stroke, and the j-stroke to name just a few. No matter what paddle stroke you use in a canoe or kayak, they all have the same parts. The anatomy of every paddle stroke consists of three phases. First there's the catch phase which is followed by the power phase and then by the recovery phase.
The Anatomy of a Paddle Stroke. Paddlers have a wide variety of choices to employ in their arsenal of paddle strokes. There's the forward stroke, the draw stroke, and the j-stroke to name just a few. No matter what paddle stroke you use in a canoe or kayak, they all have the same parts. The anatomy of every paddle stroke consists of three phases. First there's the catch phase which is followed by the power phase and then by the recovery phase.
U.S. Olympic Rowing Team
The United States Rowing Team has a long and storied tradition of excellence as the premier team in Olympic Rowing. With 80 total Olympic Rowing medals, the United States Olympic Rowing Team. has a crushing lead over what was East Germany, who holds the next highest Olympic Rowing medal count with only 47.
The United States Rowing Team has a long and storied tradition of excellence as the premier team in Olympic Rowing. With 80 total Olympic Rowing medals, the United States Olympic Rowing Team. has a crushing lead over what was East Germany, who holds the next highest Olympic Rowing medal count with only 47.
Definition of Open Water
Definition of Open Water: Water that is unprotected, well exposed, and influenced by a variety of often dangerous environmental conditions. "Open Water" usually refers to being in the Ocean or in a large lake that is quite a distance from the shore. Kayaking in the open water.
Definition of Open Water: Water that is unprotected, well exposed, and influenced by a variety of often dangerous environmental conditions. "Open Water" usually refers to being in the Ocean or in a large lake that is quite a distance from the shore. Kayaking in the open water.
How to Wet-Exit Your Kayak
Being able to safely exit a kayak while it is upside down, also known as a wet-exit, is an extremely crucial skill to the survival of every kayaker. Successfully wet exiting your kayak can be the difference between life and death. This how to will give you the basi
Being able to safely exit a kayak while it is upside down, also known as a wet-exit, is an extremely crucial skill to the survival of every kayaker. Successfully wet exiting your kayak can be the difference between life and death. This how to will give you the basi
What is Olympic Canoe / Kayak?
At first thought, it may seem that there is little to know and understand about the sports of Olympic Canoe / Kayak. Nothing could be further from the truth. Begin to understand the intricacies of the Canoe / Kayak events and how they are executed in the Olympic Games.
At first thought, it may seem that there is little to know and understand about the sports of Olympic Canoe / Kayak. Nothing could be further from the truth. Begin to understand the intricacies of the Canoe / Kayak events and how they are executed in the Olympic Games.
Strap Kayak to Roof Rack
Anyone who paddles a kayak or canoe must have a way to transport them to and from the water. Serious paddlers have this fact in mind whenever they make an automobile purchase. While canoe and kayak roof racks can be fitted to virtually any type of vehicle, some manufacturers make it easier than others.
Anyone who paddles a kayak or canoe must have a way to transport them to and from the water. Serious paddlers have this fact in mind whenever they make an automobile purchase. While canoe and kayak roof racks can be fitted to virtually any type of vehicle, some manufacturers make it easier than others.
The Man to Beat
Mahe Drysdale competes in the semifinals of the 2008 FISA World Cup Single Sculls (1x) event held in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Mahe Drysdale competes in the semifinals of the 2008 FISA World Cup Single Sculls (1x) event held in Lucerne, Switzerland.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak C-1 Manuevers
Nico Bettge and Jan Benzien of Germany perform C-1 Canoe/Kayak Maneuvers
Nico Bettge and Jan Benzien of Germany perform C-1 Canoe/Kayak Maneuvers
United States Olympic
Seven Americans qualified to compete in the flatwater and slalom canoe/kayak events in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Meet the paddlers that will be representing the red, white, and blue this year on the United States Olympic Canoe/Kayak team.
Seven Americans qualified to compete in the flatwater and slalom canoe/kayak events in the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Meet the paddlers that will be representing the red, white, and blue this year on the United States Olympic Canoe/Kayak team.
Buy a Kayak Helmet
This guide will help you navigate your way through the world of setting out to choose and buy a whitewater kayak helmet. Nowadays kayak helmets are made of a variety of different materials and there are different styles and types to choose from.
This guide will help you navigate your way through the world of setting out to choose and buy a whitewater kayak helmet. Nowadays kayak helmets are made of a variety of different materials and there are different styles and types to choose from.
How To Scull
This article outlines the basics on how to scull.
This article outlines the basics on how to scull.
How to Teach the Kayak Roll
This page describes the prerequisites to teach someone the kayak roll. The instructor must first know how to roll a kayak before attempting to teach a friend the kayak roll.
This page describes the prerequisites to teach someone the kayak roll. The instructor must first know how to roll a kayak before attempting to teach a friend the kayak roll.
Ocean Kayak Surfing in Front of the Wave
Ocean kayak surfing offers thrills at every stage of catching and surfing a wave. There is a certain exhiliaration to the instant when you feel the wave take hold of your kayak. There is yet another seperate sensation to sliding down the face of the wave and outrunning the breaking thunder of the water behind you. Here you see the wave after it has already broken and the surf kayaker is riding out the froth toward the shore.
Ocean kayak surfing offers thrills at every stage of catching and surfing a wave. There is a certain exhiliaration to the instant when you feel the wave take hold of your kayak. There is yet another seperate sensation to sliding down the face of the wave and outrunning the breaking thunder of the water behind you. Here you see the wave after it has already broken and the surf kayaker is riding out the froth toward the shore.
Geronimo! Rope Swings on Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
The Canoe Draw Stroke
This how-to explains the steps involved in the canoeing manuever known as the draw stroke. The canoe draw stroke, along with the j-stroke, is one of the most important canoe strokes to learn yet most recreational canoeists don't even know it exists. Learning the canoe draw stroke can eliminate the need to switch sides every few strokes as it will help to keep the canoe moving in a straight direction.
This how-to explains the steps involved in the canoeing manuever known as the draw stroke. The canoe draw stroke, along with the j-stroke, is one of the most important canoe strokes to learn yet most recreational canoeists don't even know it exists. Learning the canoe draw stroke can eliminate the need to switch sides every few strokes as it will help to keep the canoe moving in a straight direction.
What is Olympic Rowing?
What is Olympic Rowing? There are many different facets to Olympic Rowing. Learn all about them and find other great resources through this article.
What is Olympic Rowing? There are many different facets to Olympic Rowing. Learn all about them and find other great resources through this article.
How Do I Carry My Kayak?
Instructions on how to carry a kayak.
Instructions on how to carry a kayak.
Working as a Team
Ted Murphy and Sebastian Bea of the United States compete in the coxless pair (2-) at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Ted Murphy and Sebastian Bea of the United States compete in the coxless pair (2-) at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
All Shapes and Sizes
Lisa Schlenker and Stacey Borgman compete in the Lightweight Double Sculls at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
Lisa Schlenker and Stacey Borgman compete in the Lightweight Double Sculls at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!
The Single Sculls event is ready to start at the Schinias Olympic Rowing Center in the 2004 Athens Olympics men's single sculls event.
The Single Sculls event is ready to start at the Schinias Olympic Rowing Center in the 2004 Athens Olympics men's single sculls event.
A Sport for All Ages
China and Italy compete in the Quad Sculls (4x) Rowing event at the FISA World Junior Women's Rowing Championships at the Shunyi Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Center in Beijing, China.
China and Italy compete in the Quad Sculls (4x) Rowing event at the FISA World Junior Women's Rowing Championships at the Shunyi Olympic Rowing and Canoeing Center in Beijing, China.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak Flatwater Event
Andreas Dittmer of Germany Warms up in his C-1 canoe.
Andreas Dittmer of Germany Warms up in his C-1 canoe.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak K-1 Slalom Event
Scott Mann of the United States competes in the K-1 Slalom Event
Scott Mann of the United States competes in the K-1 Slalom Event
Kayaking Equipment
This a list of the necessary equipment a person needs to buy when getting started in kayaking.
This a list of the necessary equipment a person needs to buy when getting started in kayaking.
Festival Calendar
This document contains a calendar of paddling and whitewater festivals around the United States. Start filling up your weekend schedule from now.
This document contains a calendar of paddling and whitewater festivals around the United States. Start filling up your weekend schedule from now.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak C-2 Flatwater
3 Teams Warming Up at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games
3 Teams Warming Up at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games
The Joy of River Festivals
This article outlines the reasons why every paddler should consider going to canoe and kayak festivals.
This article outlines the reasons why every paddler should consider going to canoe and kayak festivals.
Fowlerville Falls as Seen From Above at Lower Water
Image Gallery of Fowlerville Falls on the Moose River
Image Gallery of Fowlerville Falls on the Moose River
Approaching Drop 2 of Four Falls
A kayaker enters Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
A kayaker enters Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
How to Go Ocean Kayak Surfing
Ocean Kayak surfing is one of the best kept secrets in the paddling world. There are so many benefits to surf kayaking in the ocean that it really is amazing why more people haven’t picked it up. Whether you’re a whitewater pro wanting to branch out to the sea or you’ve never been in a kayak and think it looks fun, this how-to will help you on your way to ocean kayak surfing.
Ocean Kayak surfing is one of the best kept secrets in the paddling world. There are so many benefits to surf kayaking in the ocean that it really is amazing why more people haven’t picked it up. Whether you’re a whitewater pro wanting to branch out to the sea or you’ve never been in a kayak and think it looks fun, this how-to will help you on your way to ocean kayak surfing.
Protected Water Definition
Definition of Protected: Water water that is not subject to waves, currents, or other dangerous environmental features. "Protected Water" usually refers to ponds, small lakes, and well-protected bays.
Definition of Protected: Water water that is not subject to waves, currents, or other dangerous environmental features. "Protected Water" usually refers to ponds, small lakes, and well-protected bays.
Hang Ten! Surf Kayaking is Awesome!
Hang Ten: Hang Ten Surf Kayaking. Surfers aren't the only ones who can hang ten. When kayaks surf waves, the bow of the kayak definitely rides out in front and above the water. The same weightless feeling accompanies a kayak as it glides down the face of the wave as does a surfer doing the same. Water sports at its best!
Hang Ten: Hang Ten Surf Kayaking. Surfers aren't the only ones who can hang ten. When kayaks surf waves, the bow of the kayak definitely rides out in front and above the water. The same weightless feeling accompanies a kayak as it glides down the face of the wave as does a surfer doing the same. Water sports at its best!
Surf Kayaking is an Overlooked Adventure Water Sport
When most people think of water sports their minds usually first go toward motorized activities such as jet skiing or water skiing. Surfing will usually rank up there pretty highly also. Very few people would think to rank surf kayaking up there as an adventure water sport. This is ironic since the skill, athletic ability, and excitement that is a part of surf kayaking makes it one of the most thrilling yet underlooked adventure water sports of our time.
When most people think of water sports their minds usually first go toward motorized activities such as jet skiing or water skiing. Surfing will usually rank up there pretty highly also. Very few people would think to rank surf kayaking up there as an adventure water sport. This is ironic since the skill, athletic ability, and excitement that is a part of surf kayaking makes it one of the most thrilling yet underlooked adventure water sports of our time.
The Moose River Festival Sign
Moose River Festival Sign This photo gallery contains images from the famed Moose River in Old Forge (upstate), NY. Pictures include Agers Falls, Fowlerville Falls, Crystal Falls, Double Drop, and Knife's Edge Rapid.
Moose River Festival Sign This photo gallery contains images from the famed Moose River in Old Forge (upstate), NY. Pictures include Agers Falls, Fowlerville Falls, Crystal Falls, Double Drop, and Knife's Edge Rapid.
PFD
PFD is short for Personal Flotation Device. It refers to any device designed to keep a person afloat in the water such as life preservers and life jackets.
PFD is short for Personal Flotation Device. It refers to any device designed to keep a person afloat in the water such as life preservers and life jackets.
5 Goals for Every Paddler
Goal setting is the number one way to achieve what you want most. Why is it then that most of the goals we set are work related or financially motivated? We should be setting goals in every area that we consider important in our lives. That goes double for paddling. Well, maybe that’s a bit overboard. But why not set paddling goals? Here is a list of goals that every paddler should have at all times regardless of their paddling level or number of years on the water.
Goal setting is the number one way to achieve what you want most. Why is it then that most of the goals we set are work related or financially motivated? We should be setting goals in every area that we consider important in our lives. That goes double for paddling. Well, maybe that’s a bit overboard. But why not set paddling goals? Here is a list of goals that every paddler should have at all times regardless of their paddling level or number of years on the water.
Road to Rowing Team
This article describes the process to qualify for the Olympic Rowing teams.
This article describes the process to qualify for the Olympic Rowing teams.
The New River Gorge
This is a rapid by rapid scouting report of the New River Gorge. The New River is the oldest river on the North American Continent. Every year thousands of raft enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to Fayetteville, WV to brave the high volume Class III to Class V rapids of the famed New River Gorge. “The New” has become a favorite among kayakers and canoeists looking for year-round paddling and consistent conditions throughout the summer.
This is a rapid by rapid scouting report of the New River Gorge. The New River is the oldest river on the North American Continent. Every year thousands of raft enthusiasts make the pilgrimage to Fayetteville, WV to brave the high volume Class III to Class V rapids of the famed New River Gorge. “The New” has become a favorite among kayakers and canoeists looking for year-round paddling and consistent conditions throughout the summer.
How To Get Into a Scull
This aritcle describes how to get into a scull, a narrow rowing boat.
This aritcle describes how to get into a scull, a narrow rowing boat.
Safely Exit a Whitewater Kayak
This article describes how to safely exit and get out of a whitewater kayak.
This article describes how to safely exit and get out of a whitewater kayak.
Canoe/Kayak K-1 Slalom at the Shunyi Olympic Canoe-Rowing Center in Beijing
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event
Werner Rio Paddle
Werner Rio Whitewater Paddle Review
Werner Rio Whitewater Paddle Review
How to Launch from the Beach When Surf Kayaking
A paddler's main concern when surf kayaking is figuring out how to launch from the beach. Being able to get into your kayak and paddle through the waves in order to surf them can be a daunting task. Before getting into your kayak survey the ocean. Find the best place to launch your kayak from the beach. Get into your kayak and begin to paddle. Look for an opportunity to paddle around, in between, or over the waves.
A paddler's main concern when surf kayaking is figuring out how to launch from the beach. Being able to get into your kayak and paddle through the waves in order to surf them can be a daunting task. Before getting into your kayak survey the ocean. Find the best place to launch your kayak from the beach. Get into your kayak and begin to paddle. Look for an opportunity to paddle around, in between, or over the waves.
Paddling - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Paddling guide site.
An index of HowTos for the Paddling guide site.
Become Olympic Paddler
This article describes the process to qualify for the Olympic Canoe/Kayak teams.
This article describes the process to qualify for the Olympic Canoe/Kayak teams.
Canoe and Kayak Shuttle
When paddling down a river, whitewater or not, paddlers typically don’t finish in the same place as they started. It is in these cases in which the paddlers need to setup what is known as a “shuttle” to ensure that they, their canoes and kayaks, and even their vehicles are picked up at the end of the day.
When paddling down a river, whitewater or not, paddlers typically don’t finish in the same place as they started. It is in these cases in which the paddlers need to setup what is known as a “shuttle” to ensure that they, their canoes and kayaks, and even their vehicles are picked up at the end of the day.
Catch a Wave!
Being able to catch a wave while surf kayaking is sure to make our surfer friends jealous. It is rather easy to paddle out to the best waves and get into the perfect position to catch a wave. When a swell approaches you need to decide if it is a wave you will want to surf. If you decide to catch the wave, once it has you use your rudder and body position to slide across or down the face of the wave.
Being able to catch a wave while surf kayaking is sure to make our surfer friends jealous. It is rather easy to paddle out to the best waves and get into the perfect position to catch a wave. When a swell approaches you need to decide if it is a wave you will want to surf. If you decide to catch the wave, once it has you use your rudder and body position to slide across or down the face of the wave.
The Cheat River
This scouting report and river description of the Cheat Canyon section of Cheat River in West Virginia gives those looking to go whitewater rafting or whitewater kayaking all the information they need about the river.
This scouting report and river description of the Cheat Canyon section of Cheat River in West Virginia gives those looking to go whitewater rafting or whitewater kayaking all the information they need about the river.
Kayak
A kayak is a boat in which a person sits down with his or her legs in front and uses a double-bladed paddle to propel the boat through the water. Kayaks are typically "closed boats" in that a person's legs are inside and underneath a "spraydeck."
A kayak is a boat in which a person sits down with his or her legs in front and uses a double-bladed paddle to propel the boat through the water. Kayaks are typically "closed boats" in that a person's legs are inside and underneath a "spraydeck."
Get Ready for Beijing 2008!
This article is your guide to all of the facts, figures, and interesting tidbits regarding the Olympic Canoe/Kayak events.
This article is your guide to all of the facts, figures, and interesting tidbits regarding the Olympic Canoe/Kayak events.
Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park
A view of the rapids in the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park.
A view of the rapids in the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park.
Filming and Photos on Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Definition of Recreational Kay
Definition of Recreational Kayak: a stable kayak with a large cockpit which provides for ease of entry and exit. Recreational kayaks should be paddled in protected water situations.
Definition of Recreational Kayak: a stable kayak with a large cockpit which provides for ease of entry and exit. Recreational kayaks should be paddled in protected water situations.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak K-2 Flatwater Event
The Canoe/Kayak K-2 Flatwater Race
The Canoe/Kayak K-2 Flatwater Race
Learn the Buddy Roll
This article gives a detailed step-by-step description of how to perform the kayaking technique known as the buddy roll.
This article gives a detailed step-by-step description of how to perform the kayaking technique known as the buddy roll.
Entering Super Max
Here a kayaker runs Super Max, an awesome class v rapid on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River
Here a kayaker runs Super Max, an awesome class v rapid on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River
Kayaker Below Double Falls
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Definition of Whitewater Kayak
Definition of Whitewater Kayak: a kayak used to paddle in the rapids and turbulent waters of swift moving rivers.
Definition of Whitewater Kayak: a kayak used to paddle in the rapids and turbulent waters of swift moving rivers.
Dusk Sets in on Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
C-2 Olympic Test Event
The Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park on the outskirts of Beijing, China
The Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park on the outskirts of Beijing, China
Surf Kayaking Into and Over a Wave
Surf Kayaking Into and Over a Wave. It is inevitable when surf kayaking that there will be cases when you cannot escape an impending wave. One thing is not an option in these cases and that is to sit and do nothing. Unless the wave is rather small, you want to avoid allowing it to break right on top of you when surf kayaking. It is during these times that you will have to decide to try to paddle over it or to turn and surf it it in even though you are not in the optimal position.
Surf Kayaking Into and Over a Wave. It is inevitable when surf kayaking that there will be cases when you cannot escape an impending wave. One thing is not an option in these cases and that is to sit and do nothing. Unless the wave is rather small, you want to avoid allowing it to break right on top of you when surf kayaking. It is during these times that you will have to decide to try to paddle over it or to turn and surf it it in even though you are not in the optimal position.
Kayaking Safety
Learning kayaking and canoeing safety is an absolutely essential component of learning how to paddle. Too many people decide to kayak or canoe with little more water safety knowledge than knowing how to swim. There is so much more to know and be prepared with regard to kayaking and canoeing safety than merely knowing how to tread water. Know how to give first aid, save a drowning person, treat hypothermia, swim, and wear the correct gear.
Learning kayaking and canoeing safety is an absolutely essential component of learning how to paddle. Too many people decide to kayak or canoe with little more water safety knowledge than knowing how to swim. There is so much more to know and be prepared with regard to kayaking and canoeing safety than merely knowing how to tread water. Know how to give first aid, save a drowning person, treat hypothermia, swim, and wear the correct gear.
Canoeing Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Kayaking Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Aerial View of the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park
Aerial View of the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park
Aerial View of the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park
Werner Desperado
Werner Desperado Whitewater Paddle Review
Werner Desperado Whitewater Paddle Review
Class V
The Whitewater Classification System Definition for a Class V River or Rapid
The Whitewater Classification System Definition for a Class V River or Rapid
The View from Above Double Falls
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Catch Phase
Definition of the Catch Phase. The catch phase is one of three parts to a paddle stroke which include the catch phase, the power phase, and the recovery phase. The catch phase is the part of the stroke that describes when the paddle enters the water.
Definition of the Catch Phase. The catch phase is one of three parts to a paddle stroke which include the catch phase, the power phase, and the recovery phase. The catch phase is the part of the stroke that describes when the paddle enters the water.
K-1 1000m Flatwater Results
K-1 1000m Men’s Olympic Flatwater Canoe / Kayak Past Medalists and Times
K-1 1000m Men’s Olympic Flatwater Canoe / Kayak Past Medalists and Times
Paddling Over Waves
Paddle Over Waves: Surf Kayaking Paddle Over a Wave When getting into position to surf waves in the ocean it is often necessary to paddle over a wave or two. They often appear to rise up out of no where and can seem like they are impossible to kayak over. Don't be afraid, kayaks can practically paddle straight up the face of these waves. Paddle hard, up, and over the wave.
Paddle Over Waves: Surf Kayaking Paddle Over a Wave When getting into position to surf waves in the ocean it is often necessary to paddle over a wave or two. They often appear to rise up out of no where and can seem like they are impossible to kayak over. Don't be afraid, kayaks can practically paddle straight up the face of these waves. Paddle hard, up, and over the wave.
What to Expect While Rafting
Whitewater river rafting is one of those adventure activities that conjures up all kinds of ideas in people's heads. Most people have their own ideas or impressions about what a whitewater river rafting trip entails. Here are some points you may not have considered in preparation for your next (or first) whitewater river rafting trip.
Whitewater river rafting is one of those adventure activities that conjures up all kinds of ideas in people's heads. Most people have their own ideas or impressions about what a whitewater river rafting trip entails. Here are some points you may not have considered in preparation for your next (or first) whitewater river rafting trip.
How To Rest Position
The article teaches the reader how to sit in the rest position in a scull and be relaxed when the boat is not moving.
The article teaches the reader how to sit in the rest position in a scull and be relaxed when the boat is not moving.
Sitting Below the Next Pourover
A kayaker is in the middle of Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
A kayaker is in the middle of Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
Portage
The word portage as it refers to paddling is the act of carrying a boat, raft, canoe, or kayak around an obstacle in the water.
The word portage as it refers to paddling is the act of carrying a boat, raft, canoe, or kayak around an obstacle in the water.
The River Right Line over Double Falls
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Photo Gallery of Double Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate, New York
Eddy
Definition of an Eddy
Definition of an Eddy
Access Points on Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Kayaking over Agers Falls
Kayaking over Agers Falls
Kayaking over Agers Falls
Olympic Canoe/Kayak Women's K-4 Flatwater Event
Chinese Women Compete in the Olympic Canoe/Kayak K-4 Flatwater Race
Chinese Women Compete in the Olympic Canoe/Kayak K-4 Flatwater Race
Kayaking the Cheat Canyon
This 10 mile stretch of the Cheat River known as the Cheat Canyon contains far too many rapids to name or count. The character of the river is one of large volume, thundering waves, powerful holes, and plentiful ledges. Deep in the recesses of the West Virginia landscape, once in the Cheat Canyon the only plausible way out is to paddle down to the take-out.
This 10 mile stretch of the Cheat River known as the Cheat Canyon contains far too many rapids to name or count. The character of the river is one of large volume, thundering waves, powerful holes, and plentiful ledges. Deep in the recesses of the West Virginia landscape, once in the Cheat Canyon the only plausible way out is to paddle down to the take-out.
The K-1 Flatwater Slalom Event
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event at the Shunyi Shunyi Olympic Canoe-Rowing Center in Beijing, China
Laura Blakeman of Great Britain competes in the K-1 Slalom Event at the Shunyi Shunyi Olympic Canoe-Rowing Center in Beijing, China
West Virginia Rafting
West Virginia offers some of the best and most consistent whitewater rafting in the whole country. Whether you’re looking for an early spring Class IV thrill ride or a mildly eventful summer paddle in the sun is more your speed, Fayetteville, WV is your whitewater rafting destination. Get all of your West Virgnia whitewater rafting information about the New River Gorge, The Gauley River, and the Cheat River right here. [/p]
West Virginia offers some of the best and most consistent whitewater rafting in the whole country. Whether you’re looking for an early spring Class IV thrill ride or a mildly eventful summer paddle in the sun is more your speed, Fayetteville, WV is your whitewater rafting destination. Get all of your West Virgnia whitewater rafting information about the New River Gorge, The Gauley River, and the Cheat River right here. [/p]
Kayak and Paddle to Roof Rack
While attempting to strap a kayak to a roof rack can present its own problems, figuring out what to do with a kayak paddle poses its own set of obstacles. Most people try to fit the kayak paddle in their vehicle, scratching the roof, doors, seats, and dashboard in the process. For some reason very few people consider strapping the paddle onto the roof rack along with their kayak. This method keeps the paddle out of the car and lessens the likelihood of damage to interior of your vehicle.
While attempting to strap a kayak to a roof rack can present its own problems, figuring out what to do with a kayak paddle poses its own set of obstacles. Most people try to fit the kayak paddle in their vehicle, scratching the roof, doors, seats, and dashboard in the process. For some reason very few people consider strapping the paddle onto the roof rack along with their kayak. This method keeps the paddle out of the car and lessens the likelihood of damage to interior of your vehicle.
Stern
The Definition of the Part of a Boat Known as the Stern. The word stern refers to the rear or back of a canoe, kayak, or any boat.
The Definition of the Part of a Boat Known as the Stern. The word stern refers to the rear or back of a canoe, kayak, or any boat.
Canoe
Definition of a Canoe: A canoe is a boat in which a person sits down on a seat with his or her legs on the floor underneath them and uses a single-bladed paddle to propel the boat through the water. Canoes are typically "open boats" in that everything in the boat is exposed to the environment.
Definition of a Canoe: A canoe is a boat in which a person sits down on a seat with his or her legs on the floor underneath them and uses a single-bladed paddle to propel the boat through the water. Canoes are typically "open boats" in that everything in the boat is exposed to the environment.
Olympic Canoe/Kayak C-1 Slalom Event
James Cartwright of Canada in the Olympics C1 Slalom Test Event
James Cartwright of Canada in the Olympics C1 Slalom Test Event
Surf Kayaking Requires Patience
Whatever the endeavor, the ocean must be respected. Surf kayaking requires patience. Look for your opportunity to paddle out. Don't force your way through the waves. Wait for a lull in the waves or seek to paddle around them.
Whatever the endeavor, the ocean must be respected. Surf kayaking requires patience. Look for your opportunity to paddle out. Don't force your way through the waves. Wait for a lull in the waves or seek to paddle around them.
Kayak Over Agers Falls
Photo Gallery of Agers Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate New York
Photo Gallery of Agers Falls on the Bottom Moose River in Upstate New York
Teaching Your Child to Kayak
As with taking any member of the family kayaking, allow your child to enjoy, explore, and have fun during the experience. Attempt to impart some of the reasons you love paddling onto your child. If you make the experience a stress free and enjoyable one when you take your family kayaking, it will increase the chances that they’ll want to go again. In time, you’ll go from having a child you are training to paddle to having a true paddling companion.
As with taking any member of the family kayaking, allow your child to enjoy, explore, and have fun during the experience. Attempt to impart some of the reasons you love paddling onto your child. If you make the experience a stress free and enjoyable one when you take your family kayaking, it will increase the chances that they’ll want to go again. In time, you’ll go from having a child you are training to paddle to having a true paddling companion.
Canoe and Kayak Camping on Coldwater Creek
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Werner Paddle Review: Desperad
Werner Whitewater Kayaking Paddle Review Desperado vrs. Rio
Werner Whitewater Kayaking Paddle Review Desperado vrs. Rio
Olympic Canoe/Kayak C-2 Slalom Event
Mai Jianmin and Mo Bin of China compete in the C-2 Slalom Event
Mai Jianmin and Mo Bin of China compete in the C-2 Slalom Event
Super Max Final Descent
A kayaker runs Super Max on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
A kayaker runs Super Max on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
Rafting Checklist
If you’ve never been whitewater rafting, it may be a bit perplexing what you should bring on the trip with you. Even if you are a whitewater rafting veteran, it is still easy to forget what to pack for the river. This whitewater and river rafting checklist will help guide you through your trip preparation. Of course, check with your outfitter for more specific details on what you should bring as this rafting checklist contain mere suggestions for your whitewater or river rafting trip.
If you’ve never been whitewater rafting, it may be a bit perplexing what you should bring on the trip with you. Even if you are a whitewater rafting veteran, it is still easy to forget what to pack for the river. This whitewater and river rafting checklist will help guide you through your trip preparation. Of course, check with your outfitter for more specific details on what you should bring as this rafting checklist contain mere suggestions for your whitewater or river rafting trip.
Class I
The Whitewater Classification Definition for a Class I river or rapid.
The Whitewater Classification Definition for a Class I river or rapid.
Class IV
The Whitewater Classification System Designation and Definition for a Class IV Rapid or River
The Whitewater Classification System Designation and Definition for a Class IV Rapid or River
Strap 2 Kayaks to a Roof Rack
Trying to strap two kayaks to a factory installed or aftermarket roof rack without roof rack attachments can be a challenge. Most roof racks will easily support and carry two kayaks at a time if they are placed on the roof rack using the proper method. This article will explain the steps for safely and securely strapping two kayaks to a roof rack. Some steps require further explanation.
Trying to strap two kayaks to a factory installed or aftermarket roof rack without roof rack attachments can be a challenge. Most roof racks will easily support and carry two kayaks at a time if they are placed on the roof rack using the proper method. This article will explain the steps for safely and securely strapping two kayaks to a roof rack. Some steps require further explanation.
Definition of Whitewater
Definition of Whitewater: a description of the type of water found in fast moving rivers which contain violent currents, rapids, waves, holes, and possibly waterfalls.
Definition of Whitewater: a description of the type of water found in fast moving rivers which contain violent currents, rapids, waves, holes, and possibly waterfalls.
That's What it's All About!
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
Nestled in the Blackwater State Forest almost three hours west of Tallahassee, the Coldwater Creek features narrow clear waters, sandy bottoms, narrow turns, and white beaches along its shores. Coldwater Creek is the perfect destination for an overnight canoe or kayak trip offering seclusion, serenity, and adventure all packed into one great paddling experience.
A Boof Move
A kayaker paddles through Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
A kayaker paddles through Four Falls, a series of drops on the Bailey Section of the North Fork of the South Platte River.
Float, Swim, Self Rescue
Know what to do when You fall out of your kayak, canoe or raft. At some point or other, everyone who spends any kind of time whitewater kayaking, canoeing, or rafting will end up out of their boat. It is a during these dangerous scenarios when one must be thoroughly prepared and know how to float, swim, and self-rescue while in whitewater rapids. Remember the overall goal is to get yourself and your gear if possible safely to shore.
Know what to do when You fall out of your kayak, canoe or raft. At some point or other, everyone who spends any kind of time whitewater kayaking, canoeing, or rafting will end up out of their boat. It is a during these dangerous scenarios when one must be thoroughly prepared and know how to float, swim, and self-rescue while in whitewater rapids. Remember the overall goal is to get yourself and your gear if possible safely to shore.
(1x) Men's Single Sculls
Olympic Rowing Single Sculls (1x) Men’s Past Medalists
Olympic Rowing Single Sculls (1x) Men’s Past Medalists
Whitewater Rafting Questions
Whether you have rafted before or you are about to make your maiden voyage, this list of questions to ask your whitewater rafting outfitter will help you prepare for your upcoming whitewater rafting trip.
Whether you have rafted before or you are about to make your maiden voyage, this list of questions to ask your whitewater rafting outfitter will help you prepare for your upcoming whitewater rafting trip.
Anatomy of a Kayak Helmet
One of the most important articles of kayak gear a whitewater kayaker will buy is a whitewater kayaking helmet. While most kayak helmets are purchased based on price or on style, very few are bought due to their features. The first step in knowing what to look for in a kayak helmet is knowing the parts that make them up.
One of the most important articles of kayak gear a whitewater kayaker will buy is a whitewater kayaking helmet. While most kayak helmets are purchased based on price or on style, very few are bought due to their features. The first step in knowing what to look for in a kayak helmet is knowing the parts that make them up.
5 PFD Tips
One of the most important things paddlers of canoes and kayaks can do is wear their PFDs. PFD stands for personal flotation device. It is a life jacket. While it may be “cool” to not wear a PFD, it can also be deadly. Here are five tips on wearing a PFD while kayaking or canoeing to ensure you are making the most of your PFD usage.
One of the most important things paddlers of canoes and kayaks can do is wear their PFDs. PFD stands for personal flotation device. It is a life jacket. While it may be “cool” to not wear a PFD, it can also be deadly. Here are five tips on wearing a PFD while kayaking or canoeing to ensure you are making the most of your PFD usage.
Flipping Over on Lower Coliseum
The Cheat River gets progressively more difficult as the river descends, culminating in the rapids of the bottom third of the Cheat Canyon. Here we see a kayak flipping over on Lower Coliseum, one of the Class V rapids on the Cheat River. Other Class IV and Class V Rapids in close proximity to Lower Coliseum are known as Anticipation, High Falls, Maze Rapid, Upper Coliseum, Recyclotron, Lower Coliseum and Pete Morgan Rapid among others.
The Cheat River gets progressively more difficult as the river descends, culminating in the rapids of the bottom third of the Cheat Canyon. Here we see a kayak flipping over on Lower Coliseum, one of the Class V rapids on the Cheat River. Other Class IV and Class V Rapids in close proximity to Lower Coliseum are known as Anticipation, High Falls, Maze Rapid, Upper Coliseum, Recyclotron, Lower Coliseum and Pete Morgan Rapid among others.
Kayaking Lower Coliseum of the Cheat River Canyon
Here we can see kayakers approach Lower Coliseum, a Class IV to Class V rapid on the lower third of the Cheat Canyon. As the name suggests, Lower Coliseum rapid is just below Upper Coliseum rapid on the Cheat River. There are various lines all through this rapid and all are equally treacherous.
Here we can see kayakers approach Lower Coliseum, a Class IV to Class V rapid on the lower third of the Cheat Canyon. As the name suggests, Lower Coliseum rapid is just below Upper Coliseum rapid on the Cheat River. There are various lines all through this rapid and all are equally treacherous.
Scouting the Cheat River Canyon
The river-left side of Lower Coliseum on the Cheat Canyon is a great place to catch your breath, check out the rapids, or watch the carnage. While scouting the Cheat River Canyon isn't always easy or obvious, Lower Coliseum and Pete Morgan's rapid are the exceptions. Lower Coliseum culminates in Pete Morgan Rapid and both can be scouted from the rocky bank that runs along the left side of the rapids.
The river-left side of Lower Coliseum on the Cheat Canyon is a great place to catch your breath, check out the rapids, or watch the carnage. While scouting the Cheat River Canyon isn't always easy or obvious, Lower Coliseum and Pete Morgan's rapid are the exceptions. Lower Coliseum culminates in Pete Morgan Rapid and both can be scouted from the rocky bank that runs along the left side of the rapids.
Between Fowlerville Falls and Diamond Splitter
Image Gallery of Fowlerville Falls on the Moose River
Image Gallery of Fowlerville Falls on the Moose River
The Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park in Beijing
This photo gallery features pictures of the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park of Beijing, China.
This photo gallery features pictures of the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park of Beijing, China.
Definition of Sea Kayak
Definition of Sea Kayak: a long and narrow kayak that is paddled in the oceans or lakes for often extended periods of time. The paddler sits inside of a sea kayak. Sea kayaks often contain storgage compartments and other accessories to accomodate gear.
Definition of Sea Kayak: a long and narrow kayak that is paddled in the oceans or lakes for often extended periods of time. The paddler sits inside of a sea kayak. Sea kayaks often contain storgage compartments and other accessories to accomodate gear.
Rope Throw Bag
A throw bag is a rope filled bag that is used to rescue swimmers. One end of the rope is connected to the inside of the bag. The rescuer holds the loose end of the rope and throws the bag to the swimmer.
A throw bag is a rope filled bag that is used to rescue swimmers. One end of the rope is connected to the inside of the bag. The rescuer holds the loose end of the rope and throws the bag to the swimmer.
surf kayaking
Surf kayaking is a great crossover sport for those whitewater kayakers out there. Surf kayaking also offers some distinct advantages over traditional surfing. These article addresses the benefits of surf kayaking as it relates to whitewater kayaking and traditional surfing.
Surf kayaking is a great crossover sport for those whitewater kayakers out there. Surf kayaking also offers some distinct advantages over traditional surfing. These article addresses the benefits of surf kayaking as it relates to whitewater kayaking and traditional surfing.
Class VI
The Whitewater Classification System Definition for Class VI Rapids and Rivers
The Whitewater Classification System Definition for Class VI Rapids and Rivers