Monthly Archives: March 2008

How to Choose a Bait Caster

Jeff McGovern elucidates this complex and sometime confusing issue in a new article entitled Choosing a Bait Caster. In his article Jeff methodically explains and advises the new kayak angler about different rods, reels and lines, and helps see more … Continue reading

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How to Avoid and Repair Scratches in Your Kayak

Going with your kayak over oyster beds, shells, sharp rocks, broken glass, metal debris and even concrete ramps can get its hull scratched. In most cases such scratches are negligible, and you need not pay attention to them. However, if … Continue reading

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Kayak Side Flotation: Why Use It, and How Does It Work?

Most W Kayak models come equipped with one, two, and even three pairs of detachable flotation modules. A flotation module is a 5 ft long plastic foam ‘noodle’ with a bungee cord going through its core. The bungee hooks at … Continue reading

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Rowing the W Kayak?…

A prospecting customer recently asked me if we offer oarlocks for the W. We offer neither oarlocks nor oars because there’s very little demand for rowing solutions, as most people nowadays prefer paddling. Rowing used to be a popular recreational … Continue reading

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Keeping the Inside of Your W Kayak Cockpit Dry in the Surf

You’re planning to take your W kayak on a fishing or paddling trip in the ocean, and you may be asking yourself what’s going to happen if you have to launch it in big surf, and in such case how … Continue reading

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