Canoe Reviews



Here at The Kayaking Journal, we've compiled a series of reviews on various canoes and canoeing accessories. These canoe reviews are subjective and admittedly unscientific.

They are based on our own experience with these products, as well as comments we've received from other paddlers. We've tried to provide a fair assessment of these products--pointing out both their good and bad points (as we've experienced them)--and we are not paid to promote any particular product over another.

Modern canoes come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and materials, and the boat you choose should match your needs and skill level (and of course, your pocketbook). Our advice is to shop around when considering a canoe purchase, ask other paddlers what their experiences have been, and don't be afraid to negotiate a better price if the circumstances warrant it.

If you'd like to submit your own canoe review, or canoeing accessory, or other outdoor recreation gear, just use the "contact us" form and we'll consider your request.

 

 

 

Canoe Reviews


 


Coleman Canoes -- Product Review
Coleman canoes are legendary in canoeing circles, and for good reason. Find out why...

Pelican Canoes -- Product Review
Pelican canoes are some of the best quality canoes on the market today. Find out why...

Aluminum Canoes
An aluminum canoe is a rugged and lightweight boat that will serve you well for many years to come...

Rogue River Canoes
Rogue River canoes have been legendary for quality and innovation for many many years...
 

   

 


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Reflective tape

Reflective tape can come in handy in an emergency situation. Reflective tape is very visible at night, and is often the first thing that rescue teams see while searching for a lost paddler. Just make sure the tape is the weatherproof type sold in boating supply stores and bicycle shops.

You'll want to run a line of tape down the hull (above the waterline) of your kayak. If you have a plastic-hulled boat that tape won't stick to, try sewing the tape inside a 1" tubular webbing that can be attached over the boat's deck lines. You'll also want to tape the blades of your paddles, your PFD, and your helmet (if you wear one).

 

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