Looking to cool off by hitting the pool, river, lake or the beach this summer? In case you’re looking to cool off as things heat up in July and August, here are a dozen floatation items, from the ...

A good kayak paddle is essential for getting out in the water, and without one, well, you’ll be up the creek. We’ve paddled with plenty of them, and through years of casual and strict comparison alike ...

Don’t let the hum of an engine scare your prized catch away. In a kayak, you’re only as loud as the splash of your paddle and the run of the hull on the water—and nearly any calm body of water is ...

We live most of our lives on dry land. But there are benefits to leaving solid earth behind and paddling some of the lakes and rivers flowing through Lake County. Some perks of paddle sports are ...

This is a fish story with scarcely any fish in it. It does, however, have kayaks in abundance. That's to celebrate the fact that use of the kayak as an angling platform has -- in the past decade -- ...

Twice last summer, my sweetheart, Marilyn, and I found ourselves out paddling our sea kayaks in conditions that were less than optimum. High winds and tall, steep, closely spaced waves made paddling ...

Kayaking is fast becoming one of the most popular water sports across the globe. Setting out for a nice relaxing paddle can be a great way to get a little exercise and enjoy time on the water. It also ...

While a canoe and a kayak serve the same general purpose and, to the casual observer, may look very similar, they differ in a number of ways. Those differences include the cockpit design, the level of ...

Bending Branches Angler Plus is the best balance of weight, materials and construction at the best value. Werner’s Camano Bent Shaft cuts weight with full carbon construction and minimalist ferrule.