Choose And Buy The Right Old Town Kayak.

I am thinking of buying my first kayak. Both seem to have advantages and disadvantages over the other. Most of my kayaking will be on the Indian River here in Florida, so there will be a few windy days, a very few days with white caps, and fairly shallow water (plus/minus 3 ft.). Which would you buy and why?

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From the show “How it’s Made” on Discovery Channel This Episode: Kayaks

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Learn from our expert some techniques and tips on how to use kayak paddles in thisfree boating video on kayaking and canoeing for beginners. Expert: Phil Meyer Bio: Phil Meyer is an ACA Whitewater Kayak and Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor. Phil is now the paddle sports manager for the Texas Rowing Center in Austin, Texas. Filmmaker: Paul Raila

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I am planning on kayaking around the pictured rocks in the beginning of August, but I have no idea of what to wear since it will probably be chilly. Any suggestions?
Any Kayaking fans out there?? The water will be about 54 degrees (f) and the air temp will probably be around 70 degrees (f).

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Here is my yak.

http://www.oldtowncanoe.com/kayaks/tandem/twin_otter.html

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When getting into kayak fishing, there are a lot of fishing kayaks to choose from. In this episode, Ken Whiting explains how to select the right fishing kayak for your unique needs.

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What is the minimum thickness and size for a wet suit needed for kayaking in 32-degree water?

I need very specific answers here. Will a short wet suit due or do I need a full one? What thickness for each? 1mm full? 3mm short?… What is the life expectancy in cold water for each?

I appreciate good information, thank you.

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Learn how to use a river rescue throw bag appropriately in this free how to video about kayakriver rescues. Expert: Fergus Coffey Contact: www.kayaklesson.com Bio: Fergus Coffey, Assistant Director of Instruction at Zoar Outdoor, is a certified ACA Whitewater Canoe, Kayak and Swift water rescue technician and he has been teaching and guiding for 6 years. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

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We are trying to figure out whether to buy a Kayak or a Canoe and we wanted to know which one is faster?

And if anyone knows where you can rent a Kayak and Canoe at the same place in Texas.

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I’ve been kayaking with a Sevylor Tahiti Classic but finally got sick of having an inflatable and decided to get into hardshell kayaks. I’ve been looking at the Old Town Otter or the Pelican Pursuit 100 for about a few months now. Since i’m a college student with a small budget is one of these a good kayak to start out with?
They’re priced around 240-270 bucks.
WHICH ONE SHOULD I GET???

Any suggestions or ideas?

Reviews about this kayak?

thanks~!

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Jet Kayak brings you Surfango Kayaks Surf Boards and Ocean Kayaks with environmentally friendly water jet propelled 4 stroke engines that take you anywhere you want to go.

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I’m planning a kayaking trip through Louisiana to the Gulf of Mexico - Anyway back to the question…
Is this a major safety issue? Would is pose as a threat if I am camping along the river? What should you do if you did encounter one?

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Learn what rescue equipment you should take with you when whitewater kayaking. This video clip series will discuss and teach you some valuable maneuvers you might need the next time you’re on the water. Expert: Janet Burnett Cowie Contact: www.kayaklesson.com Bio: Janet Burnett Cowie has been teaching kayaking since 1982 and is an ACA Swiftwater Rescue instructor, tandem and solo canoe instructor and an ACA whitewater kayak instructor trainer. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

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I want it just for paddling on the lake or slow moving river.

we just bought two old town / dimension escapade kayaks. I was wondering is it good for rivers we would probably use it on the wisconsin river at the biggest and surronding area rivers. What is good about that kayak??? And what is bad?????

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we just bought two old town / dimension escapade kayaks. I was wondering is it good for rivers we would probably use it on the wisconsin river at the biggest and surronding area rivers. What is good about that kayak??? And what is bad?????

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A description of the features of the Peekaboo by Ocean Kayaks by the designers.

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Me and some friends are going on a big camp out and we have a kayaking race planned. I’m 15, in great shape, and i can go pretty fast already, but i was wondering if any of you pros out there could give me some tips. The weight room at my school is available.

It’s a short race, not anything long distance. it’s gonna be 100% all the way. Thanks!

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I am getting into kayaking and I am just wondering how often people die kayaking. And how they die kayaking. I just want to know what to look out for.

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I just bought a new one but it was pink and I want to see if I can repaint it. Can somebody tell me if I can and how I can.

kayak fishing record yellowfin tuna landed by Brian Ticehurst while fishing with Jim Sammons of La Jolla Kayak Fishing adventures

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Learn how to use a kayak river rescue life jacket in this free how to video about kayakriver rescues. Expert: Fergus Coffey Contact: www.kayaklesson.com Bio: Fergus Coffey, Assistant Director of Instruction at Zoar Outdoor, is a certified ACA Whitewater Canoe, Kayak and Swift water rescue technician and he has been teaching and guiding for 6 years. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

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Okay I have narrowed it down to two:
ClearWater Design Muskoka 12ft
Or
ClearWater Design Iqaluit 12ft

I would be using the kayak for 1-7 day trips and also alot for fishing. Both kayaks are similar, but the Iqaluit has a much larger cockpit which I would think be an advantage for fishing. I’ve never fished from a kayak and was wondering which would be a better choice for my needs. Do I sacrifice better quality, tracking and speed for better fishing? Does the bigger cockpit really make a huge difference in fishing? FWI im no beginner fisherman.

Muskoka cockpit = 34" X 16"
Iqaluit cockpit = 51" X 18"

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I live in Denver, Colorado and I’ve taken 2 whitewater kayaking lessons before and LOVED it. I’m kind of a ski bum and need something to do in the off season.

I don’t want to spend thousands of dollars getting set up, and these lessons are either beginner or expert it seems (and EXPENSIVE). My friends are all scared of the water so I have no one to do it with. Where do I begin?

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I am about to purchase an Old Town Otter Kayak and I am more used to kayaks with compartments so that my kayak wont "sink". The Old Town Otter kayak has two styrofoam blocks at each end with no compartments and I was wondering if it will sink.

FYI, this "IS" research.
Thank you wildraft, I understand they dont sink. I am speaking of when they are full of water and submerged if they sink. I have never delt with a kayak with no sealed compartments.

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Sit-on-top kayaks have a variety of features designed to hold sporting equipment and keep things dry. Learn more about features of sit-on-top kayaks with tips from an experienced kayaker in this free video on kayaking. Expert: Russell Farrow Bio: Russell Farrow has British Canoe Union (BCU) five-star training in sea kayaks, a four-star award for sea kayaks, and is a level three coach in sea kayaking and surfing. Filmmaker: Bob Hunt

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Learn from our expert, Stan Laughlin with Captain Dick Enterprises at www.captdick.net, how to install and use an anchor trolley for kayak fishing

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And where can I buy it online for the best price? One-person, for short/moderate distance trips (non-touring, 25 mile trips at the most) in mild rivers; cargo room/nets are nice but not in place of speed. I’m of intermediate skill level. Any help you can offer is great, thanks.

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Harvey Golden puts one of his Greenland skinboat replicas thru its paces. (Harvey’s site - www.traditionalkayaks.com) (Kayak Way site: www.rockisland.com/~kyak) Harvey’s book on Greenland Kayaks is an instant classic, get it!

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Me and a friend want to kayak from the west coast of Maui to molokai, and we’ve never been to hawaii before and haven’t been ocean kayaking. Is this a bad idea?

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Just wondering what the difference is?

kayaking

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I am wondering if there are any ways I can prepare myself for summer kayaking by learning paddling techniques out of the water? And are there any instructional videos I could use?

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I recently bought used Old Town Loon 138 Kayak and want to add a dry hatch to it - though I could just order a kit but cant seem to find one anywhere online for the Old Town kayaks? does anyone know where I can order one from?

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from the website www.howto.tv The Power Phase — explaining how the different elements of the power phase combine, from the dynamic catch through to the leg drive and body swing, which set you up again for the next catch on the other side of the machine The Exit Phase — focusing on a quick exit once the work has been applied, explaining the position of the hands on the completion of the stroke With these basic points explained, you’ll be able to get the most our of your indoor kayak training. You can also download the video onto a mobile device such as an iPod or Creative Zen, so you can take it into your training session.

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