Kayak

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A kayak is another small boat that uses a manpower to move which has covered deck that allows a man to seat and paddle. People are confused between kayak and canoe. Both boats are small. The only difference is their sitting position of the man to paddle. Traditional kayak has cockpit while the modern kayak eliminates the cock pit and position the paddler at the top of the boat.

Nowadays, kayak is a popular sport. Kayak has evolve to many types and each types has different purpose, structure and design.

Type of Kayak:

  • Recreational
  • Sea
    • Sit-on-top
    • Skin on frame
    • Folding
  • Surf
    • Waveskis
  • Whitewater
    • Playboat
    • Creekboat
  • Racing
    • Canoe sprint
    • Surf Ski
    • Slalom
  • Specialty and hybrids
    • Inflatable
    • Pedal
    • Multi-hull and outrigger
  • Fishing
  • Standing-up paddling
  • Military
  • Wooden

Today, kayak is present in almost all beaches in the world. Not only because it is a sport but it also a stress-reliever, a source of fun when you go to the beach with your family and friends.

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