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iSUP One option outfitters hear often: “’I live in a loft in New York City or a studio apartment and I don’t have space to store a paddleboard,’” said Jason Smith of ADK Lake and Trails, a paddling outfitter. If space is high on your priority on your list when picking out a board, an…
Here are the basics of picking a canoe based on materials: Aluminum “Boy Scout or family boat” Aluminum canoes have been around a long time. Pros: lesser expensive and more durable Cons: heavy Good for recreational canoeing or day trips. Brian McDonell of MACs Canoe Livery and Outfitters says that although aluminum canoes have been…
There are so many great outfitters and guiding businesses to buy or rent a canoe. Here is a short list of some in the area that offer paddling rentals and can help point you in the right direction if you are looking to buy a canoe! Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters 541 Lake Flower Ave,…
St. Regis Canoe Area- Four Ponds and a Peak: A family spends a delightful two days paddling and hiking in the St. Regis Canoe Area—and, best of all, there were no long carries. Saranac Lake Loop-Around the Mountain: Three friends go on a leisurely canoe day trip from Lake Flower to Lower Saranac Lake. Dunham…
PFD: Personal Floatation Device Safety is super important when kayaking or canoeing. A big factor to consider in the Adirondacks is the time of year you are paddling in. During the spring and fall the air temperature and water temperature can be drastically different. “You can have a beautiful 70-degree day and the water could…
Comparing the pros and cons of kayak materials: Composites: fiberglass kevlar carbon/graphite Pros: Durable, easy to repair, stiff, better in challenging conditions, lightweight. Good for sea kayaking. Cons: Expensive Roto-molded plastics: polyethylene Pros:Low cost, higher surface tension, durable. Good for recreational kayaking. Cons: Heavy and susceptible to sun damage