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Part II of our series about How To Choose a Kayak is all about Flat Water Kayaks, Recreational Kayaks & Crossover Kayaks.
Kayaks – just like kayakers – come in all shapes and sizes. There are varieties having to do with water conditions, paddler conditions, paddling goals and preferences, weight, length, storage capacity and on and on.
The Recreational Kayak is a good kayak for flat water kayaking and beginner kayakers. Recreational kayaks are less than 12 feet long, stable and handles easily. Most have large cockpits for easy entry and exit. There is plenty of room to store gear but you would probably need a dry bag because many do not come with a hatch for dry storage.
Many recreational kayaks come with an accessory option for an extra slip in seat for your child or pet.
If you are looking to kayak on rivers, lakes, bays and ponds this would be flatwater or recreational kayaking.
 WILDERNESS SYSTEMS PAMLICO 100 KAYAK |
 PERCEPTION TRIBE 9.5 KAYAK |
 PERCEPTION SPORT SOUND 9.5 KAYAK |
| If you are after control and stability without sacrificing performance then the Pamlico 100 from Wilderness Systems is the boat for you. | A terrific performer in surf, the Tribe 9.5 is also speedy and maneuverable on flat water. | A great little boat for quiet waters, the feature-rich Sound 9.5 is dependably stable. |
 DAGGER AXIS 10.5 KAYAK |
 LIQUIDLOGIC REMIX XP 10 KAYAK |
 LIQUIDLOGIC REMIX XP 9 KAYAK |
| Dagger’s versatile Axis 10.5 is ideal for the eclectic paddler who appreciates relaxing day trips on the lake, but might also enjoy the challenge of a running river. | A true “crossover” kayak, the Liquidlogic Remix XP 10 excels in whitewater, yet also speeds across flat calm lakes and slow moving rivers. | A true “crossover” kayak, the Liquidlogic Remix XP 9 excels in whitewater, yet also speeds across flat calm lakes and slow moving rivers. |
 Old Town Vapor 10 XT Kayak |
 Necky Manitou Sport Kayak |
 Perception Acadia 11.5 Kayaks |
| Need to get active for a few hours? No worries. Grab your water bottle and your Old Town Vapor 10XT Kayak and head to the lake. The Vapor 10XT gives you the stability you need to have a fun workout without worrying about getting dumped into the lake. | You dig the quiet and serenity that comes with paddling seamlessly through open water. Slip into the Necky Manitou Sport Kayak and glide peacefully toward the horizon. | Perception designed the Acadia Series Kayaks with a wide, stable hull that feels ultra-solid for a paddle across the lake or through the harbor. While the Acadia Kayak is stable, it also tracks well, so you’re not stuck feeling like you’re steering a barge. |
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