| Not every kayak canoe boat is the same. This is why | | | | allow greater kayak maneuverability. Bailing drains are |
| you cant just pick any kayak based on appearance or | | | | also an important kayak feature. These help you bail |
| personal preference. There are a couple of important | | | | out water in rough waters and can keep closed in |
| concerns that you should have in mind. | | | | calm waters. |
| - Identify the major purpose of your kayak. Different | | | | - Kayakers also generally like stable boats regardless |
| kayak models perform differently depending on your | | | | of the purpose. More stable, flat boats however may |
| purpose. If for example, you would like to use a kayak | | | | be harder to turn than those with less flat bottoms. |
| for flatwater fishing, you are better off with a | | | | There is however, no need to fear. Most kayaks are |
| flatwater model that has an open cockpit. This will | | | | built to stay upright even when they tilt because of |
| allow you greater ease in movement as compared to | | | | water conditions. |
| close cockpit models. | | | | - Think about storage and maintenance. If you don't |
| - Another important thing is to know where you will be | | | | have a very big garage or an extra outdoor storage |
| using your kayak. This may not be a concern for you | | | | room, you might have a hard time figuring out how to |
| if your water locations are fairly accessible and if you | | | | store and protect your rigid kayak from the elements. |
| have the right van to transport your kayak. If the | | | | If space is a problem, get an inflatable kayak. You can |
| situation is the opposite, you should consider getting an | | | | wipe it dry and deflate it for storage in its own bag. |
| inflatable kayak. Inflatable units are light and easy to | | | | Some personal inflatable kayaks are so small that they |
| transport and can even be inflated on the spot for | | | | can fit into garage shelves. |
| greater convenience. | | | | - For most buyers, price is also a major concern. |
| - Durability is also another thing to consider when | | | | Plastic, fiberglass and composite kayaks are generally |
| picking a kayak. Obviously though, most commercially | | | | more expensive that inflatable kayaks. Consider just |
| available kayaks have to be made of durable material. | | | | how much you can afford to splurge on a kayak. |
| Otherwise, they will never sell. Composite material, | | | | Selecting the right kayak canoe boat is not always |
| plastic and fiberglass are among the most durable | | | | easy. Aside from these seven tips, there are a few |
| materials. They are however a bit heavy and | | | | other smaller considerations to think over. If you are in |
| expensive. More affordable and lighter options would | | | | doubt, make sure you take the time to research first |
| be inflatable kayaks. Some are so durable that they | | | | on a particular kayak brand and model. If you don't |
| are specifically intended for class III and IV rapids. | | | | want to take a risk with your choice, go for a brand |
| - Will you be needing special features? Skegs for | | | | with money back guarantees. |
| example are additional bottom rear attachments that | | | | |