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Extra Large Flotation Modules For W Kayak

Most kayaks are molded from Polyethylene resins. Polyethylene is slightly less dense than water, but a Polyethylene kayak could still sink to the bottom if its hull gets filled was water because of the weight of the accessories attached to it, such as rubber handles, rod holders that have metal parts in them, and rivets, let alone a motor… Continue reading

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More About Paddling Trips in the W Kayak, by Norma Cavello – Connecticut Kayaker

Norma is a seasoned kayaker, who has already contributed a kayak review of her 2004 W300. I have many kayaks, and use all of them for different times and depending on who I’ll be paddling with. I have gotten to … Continue reading

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Reentering W500 Kayak From Deep Water – Tim Kerr, NY (Movie)

Tim Kerr, a W kayak paddler from Buffalo, New York, contributed this movie that shows him practicing deep water reentry with his W500, on the Niagara River, in upstate New York. Tim is a member of the local kayaking club, … 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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Kayak and Canoe Floatation and Stabilizers – What’s The Difference?

Those who know the difference are likely to ask themselves why bring up such a comparison when flotation and stabilization have nothing to do with each other. Well, this is true but some people tend to be confused by the … Continue reading

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