What makes for a best-selling recreational kayak? To answer the question, consider the Santee 116 Sport from Hurricane Kayaks. This kayak is a perennial favorite among paddlers seeking a boat for day ...

Whether you’re a beginner looking to cruise near the shore, a daring runner of rapids, or a fisherman looking for comfort and utility, here are the best vessels. The first thing to consider when ...

These days the term “recreational kayak” has become a catch-all phrase, much like “organic” or “SUV.” Its definition has come to include transitional touring kayaks, sea kayaks, expedition kayaks, ...

The magic of kayaking is that rather than being a single water sport, there are kayaks optimized for (almost) every kind of waterway and every sort of aquatic interest. There are kayaks built to ply ...

Choosing from the wide range of kayaks for beginners can feel overwhelming. It is easy to run over to the local sporting goods store or hop online to find the cheapest options. But the cheapest kayak ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Kayaks are fantastic to play with on the water… And just as big a hassle to deal with off of the water. A ...

Only once in nearly 30 years of paddling have I found myself facing a familiar adage in real life. I couldn't help but chuckle when I realized my mistake while unloading my kayak at the put-in: I'd ...

If you don’t have a roof rack or a casual 10 feet of storage space, a kayak is out of the question. But with the best inflatable kayaks you can easily store and transport a personal boat, and maybe ...

From whitewater rapids, to lakes, rivers and saltwater, people are enjoying kayaks to relax, fish and exercise. If you are considering a kayak, it’s best to first think about where you intend to ride ...