| There are two general types of kayaks. When I say | | | | are excellent for maneuvering and are easier to learn |
| this, I mean that the types you sit on, and the kind you | | | | how to paddle. They balance well and catch less wind |
| sit in. They both maneuver well in the water, but you | | | | than a canoe. While there is nothing wrong with a |
| need to figure out which would suit you best. | | | | canoe, kayaking is easier to learn to control, especially |
| Kayaks and Scuba Diving | | | | in the wind and in rough water. |
| Let's talk about the type you sit on. The sit on kayaks | | | | Kayaks and Fly Fishing |
| are generally used for fishing, and carrying extra | | | | If you are a fly fisherman, sit upon kayaks are great. |
| equipment. These types of kayaks have tie downs | | | | You can get in and out of the kayak easier if |
| and spaces to carry any extra you need to bring | | | | necessary to land that big old granddaddy fish. If you |
| along. | | | | really want control while you are fishing, there are sit |
| If you are a scuba diver or snorkeler, the sit on type | | | | upons that come with underwater paddles that can be |
| will suit you well. You can carry your scuba equipment | | | | paddled with your feet. |
| and use it as a base while you are underwater. Placing | | | | Kayaks for White Water |
| divers' flags will alert other people that you are diving. | | | | Sit in kayaks are used to control rough water and |
| You can also use it as a resting platform between | | | | experiencing the thrill of challenging nature. They are |
| dives. Check with your local dive shops to make sure | | | | also used to keep you warm when kayaking in cold |
| you are following the regulations for diving from a | | | | water. The down side to sit in kayaks is that they roll |
| kayak. Since scuba diving requires a friend, then you | | | | over a lot easier. For people who like white water |
| will want the two-seater. | | | | rafting, the roll is essential and is what causes the |
| Kayaks and Sightseeing | | | | excitement. As you can imagine, white water kayaking |
| If you like to explore and camp along rivers or lakes, | | | | is not a sport for the squeamish or faint-hearted. |
| then a sit upon kayak is your ticket. The tie down | | | | Choosing between a sit in or a sit on greatly depends |
| straps and cords will help you carry your camping | | | | on what you wish to do. If you are in it for the |
| gear. | | | | adventure, then go for the sit it. If you want to enjoy |
| If you haven't ever taken a trip along a river, you are | | | | the lake and scenery, then go for the sit on. |
| really missing out on a wonderful experience. Kayaks | | | | |