This is accomplished on the 11-foot, 7-inch long kayak with what is known as a Swede-form hull, a tapered bow, and a v-hull. A Swede-form hull design places the widest point of the kayak just ...

Justin Walker Plastic kayaks are the durable workhorses, tough and budget-friendly, though heavier. Then there’s thermoformed plastic, offering a middle ground with its blend of lightness and strength ...

When I started looking at kayaks for duck hunting I knew I wanted something small, lightweight, and spacious. I needed a boat that could access small water, go over beaver dams, and have enough ...

and its original origami kayak design was meant to expand accessibility for urban paddlers who might not have storage space or transport vehicles for traditional solid-hull kayaks. It sees the ...

The latest trend in whitewater kayak design is to meld a creek boat with a half-slice. This creates a playful but forgiving whitewater boat suitable for a wide range of paddlers. Nearly every ...

trying to also keep their steerage on track with each stroke. For pedal power kayaks, a rudder is critical. It’s worth looking at the design, as some operate more reliably than others. Some kayaks ...

Very stable Kayak conversion makes for a more versatile setup Linking ... Laura Lancaster The only somewhat tricky part about this otherwise straightforward board was its fin design. Isle provides you ...

Learn to build your own kayak with this simple, elegant skin-on-frame design. A great project for home woodworkers and paddle enthusiasts alike. Surprisingly, recreational boating has only been ...

4. A marriage of fishing and kayaking Kayaking has also gained popularity among fishing fans, whose needs triggered an evolution in kayak design. Traditional recreation kayaks are wide and stable ...