The average kayak can attain to a speed of about 2.5 knots or 3.5 miles per hour. Of course, the top speed that you can reach on a kayak will depend on a number of factors. One of these will be the type of kayak that you are using. Another will be the precise length […]
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I never knew how to tell until I found out about the Beaufort Force Scale, which spells out how safe it is to kayak in different conditions. Think of it as something like the F-factor for tornado in that you have a certain number that’s actually mapped to specific wind speeds. Take a look at
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Judging by all the advice I’ve ever been given, it’s really best if you never went snorkeling on a full stomach. This is a lesson I sort of learned the hard way and I don’t want other people to make the same mistake that I did! Unfortunately, it’s not always safe to go without eating.
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While snorkeling can be a fun adventure and a great way to see a world different from your own, one problem you’ll encounter is the cold. When you submerge into certain depths of the water, the temperature drops considerably. One of the reasons is due to the lack of direct sunlight that hits the deeper
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While you may be concerned about tides for drowning purposes or having the beach washed out, they also play an important role in determining what your experience snorkeling is like. At high tide, the water rushes into an area and fills it with water. This can make snorkeling difficult for a few different reasons. High
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Yes, you can wear contact lenses while snorkeling. Soft lenses adjust to water pressure better than hard lenses. You should also keep your eyes closed when taking off your mask. In addition, there are a few common sense and safety rules that you will need to abide by. Following these simple and handy tips will
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I don’t like to say that I gave one up for the other, but it’s really hard to find the time and energy to support two activities while still maintaining the skills needed to participate in both. Honestly, I would love to have all the time in the world to devote to kiteboarding as well
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Snorkeling is not rocket science. However, there is a definite learning curve that will have to be negotiated. This is true even for experienced snorkeling enthusiasts. But it is definitely all the more true for those who are brand new to this pastime. In a word, snorkeling is as hard as you make it. There
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One quick way to refill your mini scuba tank is with an air compressor. Depending on what mini scuba tank you have, they typically come with a charge port and valve that allow you to hook up to an air compressor. This beats other means of filling your tank like a hand pump. A hand
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While diving deep under the water comes with its risks, the equipment has been tried and proven to be safe. All one needs to do is to follow the proper diving regulations to be safe. Yet compressed air kits try to marry scuba diving with snorkeling. While this is a great innovation, without the proper