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Jamie is a kayaking and paddle sports enthusiast that loves nothing more than hitting the open water. When not writing for Paddle Pursuits, you’ll find him exploring New Zealand’s pristine waterways and rugged coastline.
A Guide to Sea Kayaking for Beginners

Ready to Explore the Ocean? A Guide to Sea Kayaking for...

Looking for a primer on sea kayaking for beginners? Here's a newbie friendly guide to the skills, gear, and tools you will need on your journey.
Transporting a Kayak

Transporting a Kayak: Getting to the Water Safely

Transporting a kayak or canoe can sometimes be a challenge. Let’s take a look at all the ways you can get your kayak to the water safely.
Best Kayaking in the USA

Best Kayaking in the USA: 10 Must-Paddle Locations

So you’re looking to find some of the best places to kayak in the US? Well, here comes a list of tasty paddling destinations! Let's extend the bucket list.
Best Kayak Roof Rack

Best Kayak Roof Rack: Safely Transporting Your Kayak

If you’re heading out on a paddling trip, we recommend using a roof rack. Check out the best kayak roof racks made to fit all vehicle models.
Is kayaking dangerous? Let's look at the top hazards to be aware of.

Is Kayaking Dangerous? 9 (Potentially Fatal) Hazards to Be Aware of

Understand what the real dangers of kayaking are. Being aware of these hazards and knowing how to manage them might just save your life.
9 Secrets to Successful Canoe Camping Trips

9 Secrets to Successful Canoe Camping Trips

Planning an overnight canoe trip? It’s easy to miss the difficulties that go with canoe camping trips. Follow our tips for an awesome adventure...
9 Insanely Helpful Kayaking Tips for Beginners

9 Insanely Helpful Kayaking Tips for Beginners

These nine helpful kayaking tips for beginners are the things I wish I’d known when I started kayaking. Now I'm sharing them with you...
The essential list of kayak safety equipment

The Essential List of Kayak Safety Equipment: 14 Must Haves!

There's a big difference between being safety conscious and bringing enough kayak safety equipment to sink your yak. Our list covers the 14 essential items!
Shot of surfers from drone

Using a Drone for Amazing Aerial Shots of Watersports

With drones becoming more popular, readily available, and cheaper, filming water sports like paddle boarding and kayaking from above is becoming a reality.
What to Wear Kayaking in All Weather Conditions

What to Wear Kayaking? A Guide to Paddling in All Weather...

Never be uncomfortable in your yak again! Discover what to wear kayaking as well as some handy tips for dressing for both cold and hot weather
A canoe trip fuelled by baked beans

Why Baked Beans Don’t Belong on Your Next Paddling Trip

We all have tales of paddling trips that went horribly wrong, or where we grossly miscalculated the work involved. What follows, is one such tale.
Are bananas on a boat bad luck?

Bananas on a Boat: Bad Luck or Superstition?

Are bananas on a boat really bad luck? Or is this just another fisherman's superstition? Let’s look at the facts. I’ve done a fair amount...
Canoe Vs Kayak: What's the Difference?

Canoe Vs Kayak: What’s the Difference?

If you can’t decide between a kayak or canoe, we’ll explore the differences between the two and find out which one is best for you...
how to make a stand up paddle board

How to Make a Stand Up Paddle Board

Paddle boarding is the coolest sport on the planet right now. It’s the hottest craze, and everyone is rushing out to buy a paddleboard...
Kayaking With Your Dog

10 Pooch Paddling Tips: How to Safely Kayak With Your Dog

Just because your pooch loves the water doesn't mean he's going to like kayaking. Here are our top ten tips for getting your dog on board safely...