kayak

Kayak Paddle Sizing in Australia: Match Length, Blade Size, and Feather Angle

Paddle Smart, Go Faster: Why Sizing Matters The right paddle size can make you feel faster and more stable straight away. With a good setup, your stroke feels light, your...
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Smart Kayak Paddle Choices for Sydney’s Changing Ocean Conditions

Paddle Smarter for Sydney’s Shifting Seas Choosing the right kayak paddle matters more when the ocean cannot make up its mind. Around Sydney, wind, swell and storm patterns are getting...
winter kayak

Winter Ocean Swell: Kayak Technique and Paddle Features for Control in Australia

Ride Winter Swell with Confidence and Control Winter on the Australian coast changes everything for surf ski and ocean kayak paddlers. The swell stands up steeper, the water feels heavier,...
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Smart Ways to Choose Kayak Accessories for Sydney Waters

Gear up for Safer, Smarter Paddling in Sydney Choosing kayak accessories is not about filling your craft with gadgets; it is about having the right gear for the water you...
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Cold Water and Winter Gloves: Grip, Feather Angle, and Blade Size for NSW

Stay Fast and Safe in NSW Winter Swells Cold water changes how your paddle feels in your hands. In late autumn and winter along the NSW coast, water temps drop,...
surf ski

Summer Care Secrets to Make Your Surf Ski Cover Last Longer

Keep Your Surf Ski Cover Summer-Ready Strong sun, hot car parks and gritty sand are all part of paddling life in New South Wales. They are also exactly what wears...
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Choosing Surf Ski Paddles for Long Ocean Sessions

Finding Your Perfect Paddle for Big Ocean Days Choosing the right surfski paddle matters more the longer you are out in the ocean. When the wind picks up, the water...
Kayak PFD Storage

Questioning Your Kayak PFD Storage Habits on Hot Days

Kayak PFDs are not just another piece of paddling gear. They are the one bit of kit that has to work when everything else goes wrong. Yet many of us...
Kayak

Steps to Properly Fold and Store Kayak Covers in Australia

Late April is a good time for paddlers across Australia to think ahead. With cooler weather settling in across Sydney, many of us are packing away our gear after a...
Socks

What Can Shorten the Life of Your Neoprene Socks Unexpectedly

Neoprene socks have quickly become a favorite for paddlers during cooler months. As autumn approaches in Sydney, these snug foot covers provide insulation and reduce friction inside a kayak or...
Kayak

Guide to Staying Balanced When Moving Between Kayaks and Surf Skis

Switching between kayaks and surf skis can be a bit awkward at the start. If you have been paddling one type for a while, using the other can throw off...
Kayaking

When a Black Visor Makes Kayaking Less Comfortable in Low Sunlight

Wearing a black visor might sound like a good idea when heading out for a sunny paddle, but it can make things less comfortable once you’re on the water. Especially...