Are Inflatable Kayaks Safe?

The first time I heard of an inflatable kayak, what came to mind was more of a pool toy than an actual watercraft. Surely they couldn’t stand up to actual kayaks. Were they even safe enough to take out on the water? A lot of people have similar concerns and assumptions. Inflatable kayaks don’t seem … Read more

What Should You Do If Approaching A Low-Head Dam In A Kayak?

Low-head dams are often referred to as “drowning machines”, a nickname they have very much earned. Easily the most dangerous type of dam, the low-head is a significant hazard to nearly any water-going craft, but is especially perilous to kayakers. Between 1960 and 2016, there were 377 fatal accidents on low-head dams in the US, … Read more