How to Choose a Buoyancy Aid for Kayaking
Last summer, I found myself paddling along the winding River Wye, surrounded by lush greenery and the gentle splash of my paddle. The water looked calm, but a sudden gust…
Sea Kayaking vs River Kayaking: Key Differences
Sea kayaking vs river kayaking is a topic that stirs up plenty of debate among UK paddlers, whether you’re just starting out or thinking of switching environments. While both offer…
Paddle Drips: Simple Solutions to Keep Your Hands Dry
On a grey spring morning at Richmond Lock, or halfway along the Kennet & Avon near Bath, paddle drips feel far more annoying than they look from the bank. A…
SUP Turning Techniques: Pivot, Sweep & Step-Back
You can paddle in a straight line all afternoon and still feel clumsy the moment you need to turn around near a buoy, a pontoon, or a narrow river bend.…
Best Kayak Fishing Rod Holders 2026 UK
You have the lure in the right spot, the drift is perfect, and then the rod ends up across your knees while you try to paddle, unhook a snag, and…
Best Kayaks Under £500 2026 UK
You have decided you want a kayak, set a sensible budget, and then discovered that half the internet thinks you need to spend £1,200 before you are allowed near water.…
Best Sea Kayaks 2026 UK: Touring & Expedition
You have done the canal loops, maybe hired a sit-on-top on holiday, and now the coast is starting to look tempting. Then you search for the best sea kayak UK…
Best Greenland Paddles 2026 UK: Traditional Kayaking
Most kayak paddles sold in the UK look the same: a shaft with two spoon-shaped blades at either end. They work, they’re efficient, and they’re what every retailer stocks. But…
Best Places to Kayak in the UK
You’ve got a kayak, you’ve done the local canal three times, and you’re bored of dodging shopping trolleys and narrowboat wake. The UK has some of the best inland and…
Kayak Paddle Blade Shapes: High-Angle vs Low-Angle
You’re browsing kayak paddles online and the descriptions keep mentioning “high-angle” and “low-angle” blades like it’s obvious what that means. One paddle has a short, wide blade. Another has a…