Kayak Types

What is recreational paddling? It's casual paddling, in calm water such as ponds, flat water rivers, lakes, protected ocean bays and salt marshes. Many paddlers use recreational kayaks for fishing or photography. It's a perfect way to learn how to kayak.

Recreational kayaks can accommodate from one to three paddlers: single (1), tandem (2) or tri yak (3). They typically:

Recreational kayaks are the largest segment of the kayak market - why?
Because they're a whole lot of fun!

Sit-On-Top Kayak Stable, easy to get in/out of, used for recreational paddling and fishing.

2 Person Kayak - Tandem Kayak Designed for two paddlers - recreational to sea kayaking.

Inflatable Kayak Versatile, can be broken down for easy transport or storage.

Folding Kayak The hull and deck fold in sections for easy transport or storage, very durable.

Light Touring Kayak Faster, only slightly less stable, ample storage for day trips on protected to more open waters.

Sea Touring Kayak Versatile, used on exposed coastal waters to protected bays, offers speed and ample storage.

Fishing Kayak These are outfitted for fishing, anglers can happily reach shallow spots - also see Pedal Kayaks.

Kid Kayak Sized for kids or smaller paddlers.

Pedal Kayak Versatile and stable, with a pedal mechanism as an alternate paddling method.