Kayak Transportation

If you have not looked at inflatable kayaks and boats lately perhaps you should take a new look at them, because they have come a long way in a few short years. It seemed like it would be a hassle to get the air in them, or to wait to get the air out of them, but it is not.

I have a kevlar/fiberglass kayak that travels on the roof of my car. Since I am lazy I try to leave it on there for as long as possible so I go more often in the summer. I have some great locking car racks and straps that also lock. It is very secure. I also have a big dog that is in the yard most of the time. I guess all of that helps.

The other day I went to the lake and I was unloading my kayak and this guy is there looking at the water. I notice him go up to his car, carry something down near the water and start inflating it with a foot pump. I thought there was no way he would get in the water before me, but he did. He was long gone before I got launched.

Probably a draw back for me is that I put my kayak on wheels and roll it to the water and then I have to take the wheels back to my car. I park near the water to load and unload my kayak, but still it is a walk. All this takes more time than he took. Once I get back to my car I have to move it.

Once I am in the water the time it took to do all this does not even matter. However it is just part of the list of things to consider when you are deciding whether to go inflatable or not when getting your first kayak.

If you want to take your kayak traveling with you, consider looking at the inflatables.

Let me know what type of kayak you have.

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Hobie Kayak I 12 inflatable Hobie Mirage Sail Paddle RV

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Sevylor Inflatable Kayak

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A lot of people are taking up kayak fishing. There are organizations and tournaments, and it really looks like a lot of fun to. It is a relaxing way to spend
some time whether or not you catch any fish. I am not sure if I would eat anything
I caught in the Newport Beach, California, back bay.

If you enjoy fishing, and do not want the investment of a fishing boat, take a look at kayak fishing or maybe even tube fishing. I see people doing both when I am out kayaking, and they are always looking relaxed and to be having a great day. Most have even caught fish. Those who haven’t are still having a great time.

Eventually I might add a fishing kayak to my toys and see if I can enter the tournaments. It seems like it would be a great way to spend some time. However for now I am happy to kayak and take pictures.

Here is the video. To zoom in or out use the “ctrl” key and the “+” or “-” key. Keep pressing the “+” or “-” while holding down the “ctrl” key to watch the video and see what some of these fishing kayaks look like.

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Kayak Fishing Seat, GTS Fishing Back Rest, Pole Holders

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Kayak Fishing Seat, GTS Fishing Back Rest, Pole Holders

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Stohlquist Fisherman PFD/Life Jacket Boat Kayak Fishing

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I have been kayaking now for quite a few years, and I am mostly a flat water kayaker. Since I live closer to flat water than the ocean I just drive to a nearby lake to go. In the summertime my kayak rarely leaves the roof of my car unless it is in the water. I took the video that is on this post at a kayak demo in Newport Beach, California at Newport Dunes. It is great to go to kayak demos. I always have fun when I take the time to go.
It is difficult to find people to go with where I live but having the kayak on my car starts a lot of conversations with people who love to go kayaking, too. I enjoy the solitary trips because I am on my own time table. Some days I spend hours just watching birds or following fish around. I am not sure how many other people would want to do that.

If you are considering your first kayak purchase, I recommend that you go to a demo and try out all of them to see what suits you. More and more people are getting the inflatable kayaks, and I do not blame them. They install in minutes, and look like just as much fun as my Kevlar/fiberglass one. I really like my kayak though and am very happy with it.

To watch the video and see it larger, use the “zoom” feature in “View” or just use the “ctrl’ and “+” key repeatedly. To return to normal view just use the “ctrl” and the “-” key.

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Malone Autoloader XV J-Style Kayak Carrier

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MOOREA DAYLITE PADDLER KAYAK

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Jackson Kayak - Green AllStar Shell

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Dagger RPM Kayak

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2008 Heritage Tandem 14 Kayak - Demo Model

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Riot whitewater kayak playboat

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NEW KAYAK CARRIER-ROOF TOP MOUNTED RACK-J SHAPED

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Seasense E-Treme II Kayak Paddle 84" PN 8681 NEW NR oar

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Hallmark 1985~ Frosty Friends kayak~ 6th in Series!!!

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OLD ESKIMO INUIT MAN IN KAYAK W SEAL,PADDLE CARVING NR

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