What makes for a best-selling recreational kayak? To answer the question, consider the Santee 116 Sport from Hurricane Kayaks. This kayak is a perennial favorite among paddlers seeking a boat for day ...

MCHENRY, Md. (AP) -- A kayak design innovator of the 1980s is the featured speaker at an adventure sports symposium in far western Maryland. Jess Whittemore of Confluence, Pennsylvania, is discussing ...

They look like they glide through the water so easily, but there is a lot of thought that goes into designing a capable kayak. Once you’ve spent some time navigating waterways by sea kayak, you’ll ...

Buying a kayak can be tricky, these basic principles will help you make an informed decision, from the type of boat to the different hull designs. One fine summer day we slipped our kayaks into the ...

Posted: December 5, 2025 | Last updated: December 5, 2025 In this video, we talk about how a kayak's design impacts its performance, which will help you choose the right kayak.