KAYAKS-4U

YOUR ONLINE RESOURCE FOR TOURING KAYAKS

Touring kayaks (sea kayaks) are used in expeditions and day trips. They can be equipped with rudders to improve tracking and are usually made of polyethylene (plastic) or fiberglass and fibre compounds. The yak's size is usually 14 feet or more and very narrow letting the Touring kayak cut through the water with less drag.

The Recreational type of kayaks are usually made from less expensive plastic, making them less rigid than touring kayaks and a lot less expensive. They can also be a sit-on-top type (SOT) a little shorter and wider, and can provide stable platforms in protected waters for photography, day camping, wildlife trips, and fishing. Recreational kayakers usually have enough cargo space for overnight camping trips or longer group trips.

Paddles for Touring Kayaks are light with narrow blades in order to cover vast amounts of water with the least amount of energy. Every little bit helps on long trips.

Day trips can also include tandem kayaks where two people share one kayak. This can work out good for couples with family’s and children.

The following is the recommended on-line stores for Touring kayaks, Recreational kayaks and supplies.

RECOMMENDED ON-LINE STORES

Outdoorplay.com free shipping on kayaks, no sales tax, large selection of kayaks, equipment and accessories.  

Free Shipping on Paddling Accessories & Kayaks from Backcountry.com Backcountry.com stocks over 2500 products from the most sought after brands in the outdoor industry. Including Perception and Dagger Kayaks, Oakley Sunglasses, kayak clothing, and accessories