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YOUR ONLINE RESOURCE FOR WHITEWATER KAYAKS

If you like fast paced then Whitewater Kayaking is for you! Yak'ing down a river is defiantly fast paced. You can even try for the Silver Medal like Rebecca Giddens (Green Bay, Wis.) US Olympic Team did in the women’s K-1 (one-person kayak) whitewater kayaking slalom competition at the Helliniko Sports Complex. Congratulations to Rebecca!

Whitewater kayaking is the one of the best ways to built your kayaking skills for any type of yak'ing. If you're new to whitewater then it's best to start in a pool with a certified instructor. When your comfortable move up to your next level.

Equipment differs in whitewater kayaking than kayak fishing or touring. The use of helmets and protective gear comes into play as well as cold weather gear and wetsuits. Paddles are stouter, to withstand bangs and bumps, They have larger blades designed for speed and maneuverability. The tips are usually strengthened to take the abuse of rocks and the bottom. Accessories such as the use of float bags in the stern and bow keep paddlers safer and better prepared for there whitewater runs.

The following is a list of recommended on-line stores for whitewater kayaks and accessories.

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