Kayak Hipster

A bit of a followup to the latest video with emergency kayak hatches, hatch tethers, paddle floats and float bags, as well as a bit on Savannah, GA and a quick rant on what you plan to do with gear - how gear can help us further certain things, but at the same time it doesn't have to limit us. We can do so much more than we think with what's there.

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Here's some ideas for having a backup plan in hand if you happen to lose a hatch cover during a trip, or event. Different waterproof materials can be used, as well as available hatch specific soft covers that you can have in your kit.

These are the ones I've been using for years, and love by Reed: https://www.chillcheater.com/hatches

If you want to see the video for reference, here's the link:
https://youtu.be/ZeFox6vyESc 

Cheers,

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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I usually get a lot of questions from new kayakers on what kayak to get, but sometimes they're not sure yet on where they will be paddling. Here's a couple of things to consider as you get into kayaking that could help answer these questions.

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Luke - Kayak Hipster
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This question continues to come up, I think a quick video addressing the main differences between the two and areas where they might be used can be useful for those looking to make a decision.

For the full video on tips for dry suits, please check: https://youtu.be/lFzrbNiHqSw

If there's any topics or questions, do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected]

Cheers,

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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Video link for visuals! https://youtu.be/DW2IKGLFKRE

Here's some basics in navigation for kayaking, taking bearings and triangulation in an over-simplified exercise using toys in our living room. This method (if done out in the real world) can help in figuring out your location on a chart, and be able to share that location with others. It allows you to narrow down your location depending on how accurate your readings are.

If there's any topics or questions, do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected]

Cheers,

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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This was a great question that comes up often - what should be the minimum length of a sit-in sea kayak, and could I possibly use it in big slow rivers and lakes. I wanted to answer and give some other items to look for when thinking about a sea worthy sea kayak.

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Luke - Kayak Hipster
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Backseat Paddlers; off the water and still telling us what to do...
EP 3: In this one, Lee and I chat about getting ready for the season, and useful books we've enjoyed for kayaking.

Here's the list of the books we mentioned with links to Amazon:

Sea Kayak Manual by Gordon Brown

Rough Water Handling

Wild Coast 3

Deep Trouble

More Deep Trouble

Whelks To Whales

Simple Kayak Navigation

Navigation Simplified

Lee is a kayak coach (and coach of several other sports as well) based in Vancouver Island. You can find out more: https://www.instagram.com/leerichardson33/

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Laine had a great question recently on logistics and gear for faraway paddling, so here's some tips and thoughts on this topic, as well as several stories I accumulated along the way.

If there's any topics or questions, do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected]

Cheers,

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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Backseat Paddlers; off the water and still telling us what to do...

EP 2: In this one, Lee and I chat about making learning fun, edging and local knowledge in terms of spots to paddle, and how locals will understand how water and weather will behave in specific spots.
Lee is a kayak coach (and coach of several other sports as well) based in Vancouver Island. You can find out more: https://www.instagram.com/leerichardson33/

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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Questions and answers #4:

- Tips to try to avoid feet falling asleep?
- Hydration pack - what do I use and why?
- Follow-up on Reed baselayers sizing from my review video
- Fishing kayaks. Where should I look to buy? Tips and why a local kayak club might be the best bet, or a kayak shop

If there's any topics or questions, do not hesitate to reach out to [email protected]

Cheers,

Luke - Kayak Hipster
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