Author Archives: Alex Russo
Necky Elias Sea Kayak Review
The Deets Material: Polyethylene (as tested) Style: Touring/Sea Kayak Length: 15’6” Width: 22.25” Weight: 54 lbs Cockpit Size: 32.25 x 16 inches Ideal Paddler Weight: 160-220lbs Rudder/Skeg: Rudder only Hull Type: Shallow “V” MSRP: $1,599 USD Manufacturer’s comments “At fifteen and a half feet, the Elias is extremely efficient for a kayak its size. Its relatively modest waterline … Continue reading
Kayaking: A low-impact high intensity exercise
The next ‘big thing’ in fitness Kayaking may not be the next Billy Blank’s Boot Camp or P90X, but there is no hiding the physical and mental benefits of kayaking. The sport of paddling challenges muscle groups not normally utilized during traditional exercise including the upper body, essential core muscles, and upper legs. With proper … Continue reading
Best Cars & SUVs for Kayak Lovers
There is a select breed of individuals driving on the road today who would purchase a car or SUV second to a kayak, many of which, I would imagine, are readers of this blog. These adventure bound people are looking for cars with many key features including cargo space, roof top capability, roof height, ground … Continue reading
Eddyline Fathom Review
The Deets Material: Carbonlite 2000 (thermoformed plastic) Style: Touring/Sea Kayak Length: 16’6” Width: 22” Weight: 50 lbs Cockpit Size: 31.5 x 16.5 inches Max Capacity: 340lbs Hull Type: Hard “V” MSRP: $2,699 Manufacturer’s comments “The Fathom is a must for any paddler looking for a responsive, lively kayak that will not only please but delight you with … Continue reading
All-New Duct Tape Kayak Website!!!
Visit the all-new Duct Tape Kayak Project website for your chance to donate and learn more about this year’s innovative project: Duct Tape Kayak Project
The MacMillan Kayak
The MacMillan Kayak. Found in an unspecified Greenland location between 1908 and 1954 by Provincetown native Donald MacMillan, the “MacMillan Kayak” represents a quintessential piece of kayaking history. Built from only organic materials, the MacMillan kayak measures in at over 17 feet in length but barely surpasses a 19 inch beam. Although Admiral MacMillan made … Continue reading
North Shore Aspect LV RM Review
Deets Material: Single-layer rotomolded plastic Class: Transitional/Light touring Hull: Shallow-V Length: 14’3” Width: 23.5″ Weight: 48lbs Rudder/skeg: Retractable skeg MSRP: $1375 Manufacturer’s comments “All the performance and features of the regular sized Aspect only scaled down to suit the modestly framed paddler. The Aspect, is a real sports tourer and probably the only … Continue reading
Dagger Alchemy 14.0L Review
Deets Class: Transition/Light Touring Material: Polyethylene plastic Length: 14′ Weight: 54 lbs Width: 24″ Max Capacity: 300 lbs. / 136 kg MSRP: $1199 USD Manufacturer’s notes “Performance and versatility from lakes to … Continue reading
Tips for the kayak pre-season
It’s that time of the year again, and most of us (especially those who weathered the New England climate this winter) are happy to finally see the first signs of spring. Warm weather and more hours of sunlight only means it’s time to break out the paddling gear and kayak for the season. Here are … Continue reading
EVENT: 2013 New England Paddlesports Show
The 2013 annual New England Paddlesport show hits New Hampshire this weekend, bringing dozens of national exhibitors from Aqua-Bound to Yakima (sorry, no vendor that started with ‘Z’). Gear up and head to the UNH Field house in Durham, NH to meet some of the nation’s leading experts in canoeing, kayaking, and SUPing. In addition, … Continue reading