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How to Choose a Kayak

RIVER RANGERS™ tend to focus on waters only up to Class II rapids. As such, recommendations listed here are for novice paddlers looking for advice ...
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History of the Kayak

The kayak, or qayaq, is the traditional hunters boat invented by the Inuit. Spelled qayaq, qajak, qayak, kayaq or kayak, the word actually means, “hunters ...
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How to Pick Your Paddle

Picking the right paddle seems like a simple task. Many paddle sport rental facilities seem to simply grab the nearest paddle and compare it to ...
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Packlist for Canoe and Kayak

When paddling around on a small pond or lake for a short while, the gear you need is very little. However, when planning longer trips, ...
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Tips for First Time Kayakers

As spring begins to open opportunities to paddling, there are a couple simple things to keep in mind if you are looking forward to your ...
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Spring Tips: What to wear for the weather and water temperature?

By RANDO- The River CEO I work from a yak,….down by the river Spring has finally arrived and we’re all chomping at-the-bit. The temps are ...
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