Paddling Education

How to Prevent Shoulder Fatigue on Long SUP Trips

Have you experienced burning shoulders partway through a long SUP trip? Maybe even bad enough you had to turn around and head back to the launch?

How Do You “Edge” Your Kayak?

There are eight points of contact in your recreational or sea kayak that you’ll want to engage to be able to “edge” your kayak effectively for better control and maneuverability.

Aqua Bound’s High-Angle Kayak Paddles

Are you a high-octane paddler with an aggressive style, or a kayaker with a loaded boat you want to haul easily? Then you want a high-angle paddle that pushes a lot of water and matches your energy. We gotcha covered.

Aqua Bound’s Low-Angle Kayak Paddles

Are you a recreational or touring kayaker looking for a relaxed kayaking experience? Then a low-angle kayak paddle is well-suited for you. Let’s explore Aqua Bound’s line of low-angle paddles…

All You Need to Know to Paddle on Lakes
7-minute read + 18-minute video Lakes are wonderful places to paddle. Because they don’t have current, they’re also great waterways for beginners to learn paddling skills.  (Photo: Avery Rosenthal-Murray) As Aqua Bound Ambassador, Ken Whiting, points out in the video...
The “Be WaterWise” Campaign for Packrafters
5-minute read We’re excited to introduce our readers to a very important packrafting safety campaign brought to you by the American Packrafting Association (APA), the Packrafting Association of New Zealand (PRANZ) and the Federated Mountain Club (FMC). (Photo: Tyson Crockett)...
5 Tips for Ladies Who Want to Get Into Kayaking

We love this advice from Abigail, an experienced paddler who loves getting women into kayaking any chance she gets.

10 Ways to Dramatically Improve Your Kayaking

Whether it’s to take on more challenging water or simply to have more confidence whenever you kayak, these ten tips by Aqua Bound Ambassador Ken Whiting will help you dramatically improve your kayaking.

Top 21 Questions People Ask About Sea Kayaking

Sea kayaking is a wonderful paddlesport that can take you to some amazing places in so many regions of the world. Here, we address some of the top questions people ask about sea kayaking.

How to Capture Whitewater Kayakers on Waterfalls with Dynamic Video

So you’ve seen these epic videos of whitewater kayakers taking on waterfalls and want to be able to create those same kinds of videos. Seth Ezekiel West tells you how in his video…

How to Paddle a Tandem Kayak
A tandem kayak—a kayak built for two—can be a great way to get out on the water both for a recreational paddle and for a longer touring excursion.
What You Need to Know to Kayak in Rough Water

Kayaking in rough water isn’t for everyone. It’s challenging, can be intimidating and can be dangerous. If you want to paddle rough water, here are a few things you’ll need to know…

Which Kayak Paddle Gives You the Best Bang for Your Buck?

What do you look for when choosing a kayak paddle? What’s the difference between a $150 paddle and a $500 paddle? We’ll answer these questions and more here…

Should You Choose an Inflatable SUP Board?

Paddleboards are super fun, they’re entry-level enough for even children to learn, and they provide a great workout if that’s your jam. Should you choose an inflatable board over a rigid one? We think it can be a great option.
 

Kayak & SUP Paddling Safety: Risk Factors

Paddling is a wonderful way to enjoy nature, get some exercise, socialize, challenge yourself and have some adventure. Know and follow basic paddling safety and you’ll enjoy it for years to come.

How to Care for Your Packraft for Years of Use

Packrafts are designed to be tough enough to use for hundreds of miles at a time in backcountry waters, both flat and whitewater. But it’s essential you care for yours properly to ensure long life and top performance.

Ocean Kayaking Tips for Beginners
Are you eager to try an ocean kayaking adventure? If you’re a beginning kayaker, there are some important things to keep in mind when considering paddling in the ocean.
Aqua Bound’s Most Packable Paddles
Do you need your paddle to fit in your backpack? In your luggage on the plane? On your bike rack? You got it! Here are our most packable paddles…
“Is Kayaking Healthy for Me?”
Most people would answer that question with a Yes. But why? As we’ll see, kayaking gives you many more health benefits than simply a chance for some exercise.
Choose a Kayak That’s Perfect for You
The biggest question to answer when you get into kayaking is: “How do I choose a kayak that’s perfect for me?” There are more options than you may think, but don’t worry, we gotcha covered!
How to Care for Your Kayak Properly
The proper care of your kayak, paddle and gear ensures they’ll last for decades of fun and adventure on the water.