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Kayaking Tips – What Size Kayak Do I Need?
While most understand that their body size will ultimately determine the kayak that best suits their needs, there are many more features regarding size to look for that cater to the kind of paddling you’ll be doing.
Kayak Fishing Essentials – Yak Gear Angler Kits
So you’re looking to get into Kayak Fishing? There are some essentials you will need. You’ll obviously need your kayak, paddle and safety gear, but there are other small items needed to make the fishing experience more enjoyable.
Fishing Team Tip: DIY Tandem Island Trailer
The Hobie Tandem Island (TI) can sometimes be a challenge when it comes to transportation due to it’s size. Some people have even car topped this mammoth kayak but for me personally, I do everything in my power to avoid a hernia.
3 Facts to Know About the Hydrostatic Head Rating System
JJ from our CRM team recently had an ACK customer call in wanting to know about the Hydrostatic Head rating for a product. Just like me, she wasn’t familiar with what this system measured.
What’s the Difference Between a Drysuit and a Wetsuit?
Have you ever been curious to know the differences between a drysuit and a wetsuit? It’s super easy – wetsuits get you wet and drysuits keep you dry.
Head to Toe Guide for Keeping Warm on the Water
When winter rolls around, I find myself lusting for those summer days where you could just slip into a bathing suit, slap on some sunscreen and a hat and be good to go for a day of paddling. Colder weather calls for much more preparation when you’re dressing to keep warm on the water.
Beginner’s Guide to Increasing Visibility in Darkness
Darkness approaches from both directions -morning and evening and as we near the shortest day of the year, sneaking in your workout while it’s still light out gets really tricky. One of the biggest excuses for putting a pause on those after work runs or early morning bike rides is the darkness.
C’mon, Share Your Outdoor Product Photos!
In a world of too much information and too little time, we know how valuable focused and resourceful product information is to our customers. We also know that second to product information, providing our customers with the opportunity to see the product being used in a real world situation can not only help drive a buying decision but perhaps inspire them to go out and enjoy the great outdoors.
8 Things to Consider When Buying a Paddle
How do I know which length suits me best? If you hold the paddle straight up and down on the floor next to you the blade on the floor should be touching the ground and the top blade should be about six inches above your head from the bottom of the top blade.