The Ocean Kayak Torque features a 36 lb thrust Minn Kota electric trolling motor. The Torque is modified version of their popular Prowler Angler Trident 13 kayak. Modified to incorporate a unique trolling motor module and battery compartment as well as speed and foot steering controls. One of the biggest debates among kayakers is that [...]
The Manitou series by Necky Kayaks provides all the stability and comfort of a recreational kayak and the glide of a touring kayak. The Manitou has a large cockpit for easy entrance and exit, built-in stern hatch, deck bungees and Active Comfort System seat. The compact Manitou is also lightweight, allowing for easy carrying and [...]
The Tarpon Angler series of fishing kayaks from Wilderness Systems is a true gem. It should be since the standard recreational Tarpon kayak is one of the best ranked sit-on-top kayaks. In fact, it received the 2008 Sea Kayaker Magazine’s Reader’s Choice Award for Best Sit-on-top Kayak. So, what’s difference between the Tarpon and Tarpon [...]
The Approach series are a selection of crossover kayaks by Dagger. Offers mild whitewater river running and flatwater paddling in one fun compact package. The Dagger Approach 9.0 has great stability, performance and for increased tracking it features an adjustable drop skeg. The Approach series also has an optional spray skirt for those seeking faster [...]
A lot of kayak manufactures are now offering some of their more popular kayaks in different sizes and types (touring, recreational, etc…). The Necky Kayaks Manitou Sport is just one of those kayaks. It is a scaled-down recreational version of the popular Manitou sea kayak. The Manitou Sport offers an easy-in/out cockpit, great stability and [...]
The Rip kayak from Necky Kayaks is their lightest and smallest rec kayak. But going small and light doesn’t mean the Rip skimps on the features. Necky’s Rip has bow and stern deck bungee cords, stern hatch, comfort flex seat with cup holder, thigh pads, foot pedals, handles and comes in five flavors… namely Mango! [...]
Old Town Canoes (and kayaks) has be building canoes and kayaks for over a hundred years. One of their most popular recreational kayaks is the Otter series due to its excellent ease of use and affordable price point. The Otter can get you into kayaking on a budget. The Dirigo is what I call the [...]
The Necky Looksha 14 is a sleek, compact day touring, load carrying kayak. Features abound on the Looksha; rudder system, stern and bow hatches, stern and bow deck bungee, Necky’s ACS (active comfort seat) with drink holder, adjustable foot pedals and more (see detail photo below). Categorized as a day-touring kayak the Looksha has ample [...]
