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How To Empty Water Out Of The Kayak?

October 16, 2024September 18, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

Learning how to empty water out of a kayak is a good skill to have if you plan on kayaking in rough waters. If you are planning on kayaking alone then it is a must to know how to empty the water in your kayak. [toc] Solo Draining Emptying a kayak full of water while … Read more

Tides Explained

October 16, 2024September 18, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

If you are kayaking in the ocean then it will be very helpful for you to figure out what effect the tides will have on your trip. Tides can vary depending on the area you are in and what time of year it is. Unless you pay attention to these changes and plan accordingly, you … Read more

Kayak Hatch – The Ultimate Guide

October 16, 2024September 29, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

Every good kayak should have a place where you can store gear or snacks that you don’t want to be exposed to the elements. This is where a kayak hatch comes into play and they come in many shapes and sizes.

How To Tie A Bowline On A Bight Knot?

October 16, 2024September 18, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

A bowline on a bight knot is useful if you ever need a loop in your line and neither of the free ends of the rope are available. This knot is typically used by climbers to create footing knots or bosom’s chair but can be used for kayaking as well. In most scenarios you run … Read more

Hypothermia

October 16, 2024September 17, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

Hypothermia is easily treatable but can be very dangerous. If you are ever going to be out in the wilderness overnight, especially if you are going to be around the water, you should make sure that you have a good understanding of what hypothermia is. It has been said that hypothermia is always treatable – … Read more

How To Tie A Sheet Bend Knot?

October 16, 2024September 18, 2018 by Peter Salisbury

The sheet bend knot is a great knot to quickly tie to ropes together. This kayaking knot can be an alternative to the double fisherman’s knot. Step 1: Double up the middle of one of your ropes. Step 2: Bring the end of the other rope underneath the loop and then around both sides of the loop. … Read more