If you’re new to paddling and are trying to decide between buying a canoe or a kayak, you might be wondering which of them is more stable. For beginners, one of the biggest worries is flipping the boat over, which can lead to an unpleasant swim or worse, losing some gear if everything isn’t secured.

Let’s face it; canoes are heavy; canoes are so heavy that many of them come with their own carrying system – the yoke. Supposedly this makes them more comfortable to portage with, but tell that to the person that has a hundred-pound boat perched on their shoulders. So what is the best small and lightweight

Kayaking at the beach sounds both enthralling and terrifying – the opportunity to ride big waves, while also worrying about being swept out to sea. While magazines and TV frequently cover flatwater and whitewater kayaking, sea kayaking is rarely featured. That’s a shame too because sea kayaking can be one of the most exciting forms

If you’re a big fella’, you know how difficult it can be climbing in and out of a kayak. Their cockpits are just not made for bigger bodies and longer legs. Fortunately, this problem does not extend to canoes, and there are plenty of models that are designed with the needs of larger paddlers in

What is the best marine battery for a kayak trolling motor? When it comes to powering my kayak trolling motor, the VMAX MR127 is my go-to battery. With 100 amp-hours of capacity, it’s enough to power your trolling motor through a weekend without needing to find an outlet for recharging. It’s incredibly durable too, and