Information on Whitewater and Surf Kayaks

There are several types of whitewater and surf kayaks to choose from, depending on what you want to achieve on the water. The main types are:

Freestyle kayaks - also called playboats or rodeo kayaks. These kayaks are designed to perform tricks like loops, cartwheels, spins and aerial maneuvers. These tricks are performed on river features like waves and holes.

Creek Kayaks are designed for high volume rivers and technical river running. They are able to turn fast in technical rivers. The big cockpits provide for easy entry and exit. They also have storage for gear for extended kayak trips.

River Running kayaks are considered the SUV’s of kayaks. These kayaks work well as both downriver and playboats.

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