American Paddler: Kayak Reviews, Tips, Guides and More - Kayak Reviews, Tips, Guides and More

Introduction A pedal kayak can be an angler’s dream. With two hands free for casting and maneuvering — letting your feet paddle instead of your hands — kayak fishing can be as easy as a day at the lake. Since Hobie Kayaks introduced the…

Introduction If you’re new to the world of paddling, picking the best kayak for beginners can be an overwhelming task. Where to start? What’s the best kayak for me? How much does a kayak cost, anyway? Depending on your needs and the…

If you’re from the Motor City, you know the drill — it’s “Detroit vs. Everybody.” Long left for dead as an afterthought of America’s industrial revolution, today’s Detroit is writing a different story. In the past five years, Detroit has…

Towering skylines, hidden lagoons and serene inland reservoirs — when it comes to kayaking in Chicago, the Windy City might just be a paddler’s paradise. Oh, and did we mention it sits on a Great Lake, too? America’s third-largest…

Yep, it really is as beautiful as it looks and sounds. For those with access to the towering surf, warm sand and crashing waves of northern California, there’s almost nothing better than kayaking the Bay Area. Known for its gold coasts,…

Just like larger boats, a kayak needs an anchor if you plan on staying put for a while. While it can be tempting to use the first heavy thing you find, it’s not always a great idea for a kayak. The best kayak anchors must keep your boat…