Purists will no doubt scoff at even considering a sail for a kayak, as the whole point is to paddle. If you want a sailboat, they do make those. But just as they make surf kayaks to fill the role normally played by surfboards, adding a sail to a kayak can add a whole new dimension to the kayaking experience.
Seaward Kayaks introduced its own particular style of X factor a few years ago by offering the Quest X3. The X3 is the reference to a third hatch and bulkhead. Based on the success with the Quest it was only natural that Seaward extend the option to other kayaks. So enter the X3 for two other Seaward models for 2011: the Chilco and the Ascenté.
Our most tricked out kayaks everOur goal here was to create the ultimate tricked-out kayak. And in the end we actually needed two kayaks to accommodate all the items. |
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Kayak Review: Delta 16Imagine a sporty little compact car boasting lots of stock features at a budget price – fun for the owner, but likely snubbed by sports car purists. That is, until one stops to look under the hood. (Fall 2009) |
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Into Infinity - Wavelength reviews Current Designs' newest Brit Boat, the Infinity / Summer 09 |
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New Gear - Go PVC-free. Here's why / Summer 09 |
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Quantum Physics - Review of Seaward Quantum / Spring 09 |
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New Gear - What's new in kayaks and kayak related products / Spring 09 |
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Emergency Mapping and Messaging with SPOT / April-June 2008 |
Gear locker - The Lendal Kinetic S Paddle by Alex Matthews. Summer 2008
Gear Locker: Sleeping Easy - by Alex Matthews Summer 2007
Gear Locker : Kifaru Tipi by Alex Matthews August/September 2006
Gear Locker: Two Person Tent Review by Alex Matthews - Big Agnes Seedhouse sl2 - Black diamond firstlight - Exped Sirius Extreme - Mountain Equipment co-op Lightfield - Mountain Hardware Hammerhead 2 - Mountain Safety resaerch Fusion 2 June/July 2005
From the Rainforest: The Keys to Camping Comfort By Dan Lewis February/March 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts: Atlantis Kayaks - Boréaldesign Fjord - Brittlestar Paddleseat - Brooks Attack Sprayshirt - Damsel Wear Poncho - Eddyline Skylark - Extreme Interface Ondo - First Light Kayaks - Kokatat Rouge Dry Top - Navarro Comp Long Sleeve - Sagebrush Deckbag-Hip Pack - Salus Kiwi PFD - Seaward Tyee 2005 - Sport Glo Glove™ - Talic Seahorse - Wavelength Gift Subscription - Wenonah/Current Designs - Werner Neutral Bent Shaft December/January 2005
Gear Locker: Peak UK Adventurer Paddling Jacket - by Alex Matthews Fall 2007
Gear Locker Skanorak Jacket Winter 2007
Gear Locker: Keen Newport H2 by Alex Matthews October/November 2006
Gear Locker: Kokatat SeaO2 Hybrid by Alex Matthews
Gear Locker: Level Six Jacket & Pants by Alex Matthews February/March 2006
Boats, Gear and Gifts Borealdesign Drytop - Northwest coast Adventure gear Paddlefloats- Wildwasser zippered spraydecks - North Water Tow lines- Original Rack n' Roller System
Gear - Whitehall's Kayak Slider Track - NRS Seatour Jacket - Gift Subscriptions - North Water Sea Tec Tow Line - Sea To Sky Kayaking Center - Sea Kayaking: The Ultimate Guide - Lasso Security Cables - Roll-Aid Safety's Backup October/November 2005
GUL Gear by Andrew Nolan and Trish Markvoort August/September 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts: Atlantis Kayaks - Boréaldesign Fjord - Brittlestar Paddleseat - Brooks Attack Sprayshirt - Damsel Wear Poncho - Eddyline Skylark - Extreme Interface Ondo - First Light Kayaks - Kokatat Rouge Dry Top - Navarro Comp Long Sleeve - Sagebrush Deckbag-Hip Pack - Salus Kiwi PFD - Seaward Tyee 2005 - Sport Glo Glove™ - Talic Seahorse - Wavelength Gift Subscription - Wenonah/Current Designs - Werner Neutral Bent Shaft December/January 2005
Gear Locker: Icebreaker Tech Top by Alex Matthews, Photos by Rochelle Relyea December/January 2005
Trends in Women's Gear by Barbara Sherrill December/January 2005
Gear Locker: Necky Chatham 16 and Holey Shoes Text by Alex Matthews, Photos by Alex Matthew and Rochelle Relyea October/November 2004
Gear Locker: Splash Tops by Alex Matthews, photos by Rochelle Relyea August/September 2004
Gear Locker: Kokatat Gore-Tex Meridian Drysuit by Alex Matthews February/March 2004
Gear Locker: Shred Ready Helmets, Icom VHF By Alex Matthews April/May 2005
Gear Locker: North Water: Quick Release Sea Link - by Alex Matthews/ April-June 2008
The Folding Kayak Option - Story by Matthias Platthof August/September 2006
Gear Locker: Lasso Security - by Alex Matthews June/July 2006
Boats, Gear and Gifts Borealdesign Drytop - Northwest coast Adventure gear Paddlefloats- Wildwasser zippered spraydecks - North Water Tow lines- Original Rack n' Roller System
Gear Locker: Black Magic Paddle - Nanika Caddy - reviewed by Alex Matthews October/November 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts - Seamanship For Kayakers - Paddle Bags From Natural West Coast Adventure
Gear - Whitehall's Kayak Slider Track - NRS Seatour Jacket - Gift Subscriptions - North Water Sea Tec Tow Line - Sea To Sky Kayaking Center - Sea Kayaking: The Ultimate Guide - Lasso Security Cables - Roll-Aid Safety's Backup October/November 2005
GUL Gear by Andrew Nolan and Trish Markvoort August/September 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts - Boreal Design - Master lock python - Kayaksecure - Hullsecure June/July 2005
Gear Locker: Shred Ready Helmets, Icom VHF By Alex Matthews April/May 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts - Sea Light and Scotty Flush Deck Mount - Lasso Security Cables - Safety Off Strap (S.O.S.) - Solo Rescue Assist - Trail Gourmet Seasoning April/May 2005
Great Gear: Alpen Binoculars - Aquabound Ray Series - Kayak Trax - MEC Swellies February/March 2005
Gear Locker: Duffles By Alex Matthews February/March 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts: Atlantis Kayaks - Boréaldesign Fjord - Brittlestar Paddleseat - Brooks Attack Sprayshirt - Damsel Wear Poncho - Eddyline Skylark - Extreme Interface Ondo - First Light Kayaks - Kokatat Rouge Dry Top - Navarro Comp Long Sleeve - Sagebrush Deckbag-Hip Pack - Salus Kiwi PFD - Seaward Tyee 2005 - Sport Glo Glove™ - Talic Seahorse - Wavelength Gift Subscription - Wenonah/Current Designs - Werner Neutral Bent Shaft December/January 2005
Trends in Women's Gear by Barbara Sherrill December/January 2005
Great Great and Kayaks: Quinsam Paddle -Kayak Storage Solutions - SRS 'Shark' Wing Paddle October/November 2004
Great Gear: NRS and Dragorossi - Folbot Copper - Alpen Spotting Scope - Yakgrips August/September 2004
Great Gear: NSR’s Paddle Sports Rapid Repair Kit - Handyman Load Extender June/July 2004
Gear Locker: PFD Review - Photos by Alex Matthews and Rochelle Relyea April/May 2004
Great Gear - Boreal Design's 'Fjord' , Tarp Clamp, Light Load Towels April/May 2004
Great Gear: Folbot Edisto three in one kayak - Sea-Dog Adjustable Foot Brace December/January 2004
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Meet the new Epsilon family - BoréalDésign kayak review. Jan. 09 |
Kayak Review: P&H Cetus - by Alex Matthews / April-June 2008
Trak T-1600 Sea Kayak - by Alex Matthews Winter 2008
Kayak Review: Sea Kayaking UK - Nigel Dennis Explorer - by Alex Matthews Fall 2007
Boat Review: Delta Kayaks 14.5 Expedition by Alex Matthews Spring 2007
Kayaks for Cruisers Winter 2007
Boats, Gear and Gifts - Prijon Updates the Kodiak - Borealdesign Reflective designs June/July 2006
Gear Review: Little Wing review by Adam Bolonsky October/November 2005
Gear Locker: Tempest 170 Poly review by Alex Matthews October/November 2005
Gear Locker: Perception Carolina 13.5 by Alex Matthews August/September 2005
Gear Locker: Impex Currituck by Alex Matthews August/September 2005
Kayaks at the Boat Show - By Debra Walley February/March 2005
A Kayak Primer for Boaters - By Chris Ladner February/March 200
Boats, Gear and Gifts: Atlantis Kayaks - Boréaldesign Fjord - Brittlestar Paddleseat - Brooks Attack Sprayshirt - Damsel Wear Poncho - Eddyline Skylark - Extreme Interface Ondo - First Light Kayaks - Kokatat Rouge Dry Top - Navarro Comp Long Sleeve - Sagebrush Deckbag-Hip Pack - Salus Kiwi PFD - Seaward Tyee 2005 - Sport Glo Glove™ - Talic Seahorse - Wavelength Gift Subscription - Wenonah/Current Designs - Werner Neutral Bent Shaft December/January 2005
Trends in Women's Gear by Barbara Sherrill December/January 2005
East Coast Views: Recreational Kayaks by Adam Bolonsky December/January 2005
Thermoforming - New Kid on the Block by Tom Derrer December/January 2005
Gear Locker: Necky Chatham 16 and Holey Shoes Text by Alex Matthews, Photos by Alex Matthew and Rochelle Relyea October/November 2004
Great Gear: NRS and Dragorossi - Folbot Copper - Alpen Spotting Scope - Yakgrips August/September 2004
Gear Locker: Feathercraft K1 / Werner Shuna - Photos by Alex Matthews and Rochelle Relyea June/July 2004
Great Gear - Boreal Design's 'Fjord' , Tarp Clamp, Light Load Towels April/May 2004
Great Gear: Folbot Edisto three in one kayak - Sea-Dog Adjustable Foot Brace December/January 2004
WindPaddle Kayak Sail - by Adam Bolonsky Winter 2008
Review: Sail Or Paddle the Triak Hybrid by Alan Wilson August/September 2006
Canoe Sailing - Story by John Drent and photos by David Elderton August/September 2006
Gear Locker: Riot Boogie Surf Kayak by Alex Matthews August/September 2006
Know Your Neighbors: Sit-on-Tops by Bryan Nichols December/January 2005
Building One-Off Story and photos by Doug Alderson December/January 2006
In The East: How to Finish Your Kayak by Adam Bolonsky December/January 2006
Skin-on-Frame Kayaks Story and Photos by Wendell Phillips December/January 2006
Two Skin Kayaks Story and photos by Jonathan Weingast December/January 2006
Stick Em Up! Story and Photos by Neil Schulman December/January 2006
Gear Locker: Black Magic Paddle - Nanika Caddy - reviewed by Alex Matthews October/November 2005
Boats, Gear and Gifts: Atlantis Kayaks - Boréaldesign Fjord - Brittlestar Paddleseat - Brooks Attack Sprayshirt - Damsel Wear Poncho - Eddyline Skylark - Extreme Interface Ondo - First Light Kayaks - Kokatat Rouge Dry Top - Navarro Comp Long Sleeve - Sagebrush Deckbag-Hip Pack - Salus Kiwi PFD - Seaward Tyee 2005 - Sport Glo Glove™ - Talic Seahorse - Wavelength Gift Subscription - Wenonah/Current Designs - Werner Neutral Bent Shaft December/January 2005
The Wing Paddle by Dave Norona December/January 2005
Great Great and Kayaks: Quinsam Paddle -Kayak Storage Solutions - SRS 'Shark' Wing Paddle October/November 2004
Gear Locker: Feathercraft K1 / Werner Shuna - Photos by Alex Matthews and Rochelle Relyea June/July 2004
Gear Locker: Aquabound's AMT Carbon Paddle by Alex Matthews December/January 2004
Great Gear - Alpen Apex binoculars - Breathable Mukluk - Natural West Coast Gifts - Solarscreen Fashions -Brittlestar Paddleseat - Jolly Good Trap - Scotty Pump - The Talon Side Loading Roof Rack System October/November 2003
Great Gear - Seaward Passat G3 - KayakPro launches EZ-Vee, the company's car-top kayak transport system - Nanika Kayak Kaddy August/September 2003
Great Gear: Economy Paddle - coppertone sports stick - Tony's Trolley, Paddle Bags - NRS E Tour Jacket - Bottle loc - Aspivenin - Kayak Training - Quiver Sail June/July 2003
Choosing a PFD - Mercia Sixta talks with Alan Wilson April/May 2003
Selecting a Kayak by Andree Hurley April/May 2003
Renting or Buying a Kayak by Chris Ladner April/May 2003
Rigging Your Paddlefloat - by Vadim Kin April/May 2003
Great Gear - Brik Life Vest - Solz Sports Sandals - Paddlefloat - Outer Core Paddling Shirt April/May 2003
New Kayaks - Seaward Kayaks announces the 16’ Cosma April/May 2003
Gear: Scott Plastics Safety Light - NRS Na Pali Touring Jacket - Para-Tech Kayak Sea Anchor - SpeedTech's Weather Explorer February/March 2003
Gear: Introducing the Rage, Pacific Kayaks' new performance/touring kayak February/March 2003
Why A Wooden Kayak? by Nick Schade December/January 2003
The Gals Who Built the Boats by Lee Beliveau December/January 2003
View From the Moaning Chair by Rod Tait December/January 2003
Have Wheels, Will Paddle by Vadim Kim December/January 2003
Inuit Kayaks by Lyn Hancock December/January 2003
Building ‘Greener' Boats by Jamer Buote December/January 2003
Gear: New Sit-In/Sit-On Hybrid by Ron Irwin December/January 2003
Gear: Emergency Kit - Fuji Finepix Digital Camera - Tony's Trayak - Duralite Extreme Journal December/January 2003
Gear - New Kayaks December/January 2003
Great Gear: New Kayak October/November 2002
Racing 101 by Alex Matthews August/September 2002
Great Gear - Lowepro's new Dryzone 200 - Lowepro's Omni Trekker Extreme - Reefmaster's Digital - The Seascope from Eagle Jack - T-fal Camping Cookware August/September 2002
New Kayaks: Boreal Design's Freedom Edition - Eddyline's Sandpiper June/July 2002
Great Gear - Bering PFD-Flak Jacket- Spirit Sails- Sport Gear - Eco Safe June/July 2002
Mothership Meanderings- Gearing Up Your Mothership by Alan Wilson June/July 2002
New Kayaks: Eddyline's Whisper CL - Seaward's Gemini - Necky's Sky II - BorealDesign's Pakesso April/May 2002
Great Gear - TravelPack - Brooks Wetsuits Ltd - Tough Duck - Natural West Coast Adventures Gear April/May 2002
Creative Solutions by Christine Lowther April/May 2002
Exploring With Dive Kayaks by Barb Roy April/May 2002
New Kayaks: Pouch - Waters Dancing - Pacific Kayak - Innova - Eddyline - Voodoo Kayaks - Scansports/pakboats February/March 2002
Great Gear - Kayaking Gear - Aqua-Bound kayak pump - Hennesy Hammock's Safari Deluxe and Safari Ultralite-Predator Full Cut Helmet. February/March 2002
Homebuilt 'Racer' by Dave Giuliani December/January 2002
New Kayaks: Triton's Ladoga - 1, Boreal designs Pakesso, Dagger Blackwater and Charleston, Folding Craft, Simon River Sports' Laser K - 1, And Walden Sports Cuda and Cuda expedtion. December/January 2002
Great Gear - Kayaking Gear - All Seasons 'Sweet Roll' - Aqua Quest Canyon Duffle Bag - Scott Plastics Model 820 Sea-Light - Extreme Interface Squall rigging kit - Natural West Coast Adventures Paddle Bag - Spirit Sails down wind sail rig. December/January 2002
New Kayaks October/November 2001
The Future is Unfolding by Ralph Hoen October/November 2001
How Fast is Your Kayak by Robert Wederich October/November 2001
Alternate Energy by Alan Wilson October/November 2001
The Paddling Photographer by D.L. Anderson October/November 2001
Great Gear - The "Partial Eclipse" Half-Skirt - The Skymaster Weather Meter - Aqua Roo & Mini Roo Waterproof Waistbags - The SailRig MK2 - North Water deck bag - O'Neill Thermo and Thermo X Shirts - JetBLADE - AquaDynamic Retractable Thigh Braces - LPW Kayak & Power Systems - Sports Sunglasses - The Roleez Sports Caddy - NRS SeaTour Jacket October/November 2001
Folding Kayaks on Inner Waters by Ralph C. Hoehn June/July 2001
Gear: Whitewater Gear for Fun and Safety June/July 2001
Basics and Beyond: How to Choose a Paddle by Graham Ketcheson April/May 2001
Wooden Kayaks: You Can’t Build Just One by Harvey Golden February/March 2001
Wooden Kayaks: Arctic Kayaks by Wendell Phillips February/March 2001
Kayaks: Skin Boats in Transit by Wendell Phillips February/March 2001
Gear: The Greenland Paddle by Adam Bolonsky February/March 2001
Gear: Collapsible Boats by Ralph Hoehn February/March 2001
Wooden Kayaks: Designing in Cedar Strip by Mike Walker February/March 2001
Wooden Kayaks: Building a Plywood Baidarka by Eric Schade February/March 2001
Wooden Kayaks:Why Would Anybody Want a Wood Kayak? by Shawn W. Baker December/January 2001
Wooden Kayaks: Building a Volkskomponentkayak by Ulli Höger December/January 2001
Wooden Kayaks: Learning to Stitch and Glue by Donna Wilford December/January 2001
Wooden Kayaks: The Cedar Strip Kayak by Vaclav Stejskal December/January 2001
Wooden Kayaks: The Varnished Kayak by John C. Harris December/January 2001
Holiday Gift Guide - Expedition Deck Bag - Derek Hutchinson CD - Protect Our Coastal Waters - Fuji Waterproof Camera - Sympatex Navigator Anorak - ZuZu Paddle - Scotty Pump - WaveLength Gift Subsciption December/January 2001
Feathercraft - a Brief History by Doug Simpson October/November 2000
Folding Kayaks - Inflatables by Robert Ruben October/November 2000
Electronic Gear: Thunderbolt Storm Detector - MicroTALK FRS-310WX 2-Way Radio - Cell Safe cell phone protector - eTrex GPS - IC-M1V, the world's smallest submersible marine radio - The Kestrel 3000 Hand-Held Weather Meter August/September 2000
Paddling Gear For Women June/July 2000
Paddling Gear: New Zippered Sprayskirt - Precurved Paddling Gloves June/July 2000
Gear: Choosing a Sea Kayak by Barbara Kossy April/May 2000
The Kayak as Dinghyby James LethcoeApril/May 2000
News and Gear:back deck rigging system - Moss Tents parawing tarp - waterproof, enclosed hammock - Primex kayak cart - marketing alliance between Ecosummer Expeditions and Kanata Adventure Specialists - WaveLength web news and back issue updates April/May 2000
Cooking Gear: Gearhead or Gourmet by Deborah Leach December/Janury 2000
More Cooking Gear: Freeing the Kayak Chef Within by Peter Allan December/Janury 2000
Photography: Hits and Misses: Animal photography - Here are her secrets by Alexandra Morton August/September 1999
Photography: The Art of Photography by Kayak by Kerry Dawson August/September 1999
Photography: Recyclable Cameras by Doug Lloyd August/September 1999
Safety: Safe Night Paddling - Kayak Night Light by Peter Brand August/September 1999
What I Look For In.... Professionals look at gear that's important to them June/July 1999
Kayak Gear - Checklist by Mercia Sixta June/July 1999
Safety: Emergency Repair Kit by Dave Blacoe and Mercia Sixta June/July 1999
Safety: Kayak Gear - First Aid by Paul Nicolazzo June/July 1999
Gear: Kayak Maintenance by Doug Lloyd June/July 1999
Gear: Paddling with GPS - Part 2 by Michael Schmidt June/July 1999
Gear: Paddling With GPS-Part 1, by Michael Schmidt April/May1999
Gear: Clothing as Sunscreen, by Jeanne Boldt August/September 1998
Gear: Disabled Aids Radio Controlled Rudder - Paddle Support August/September 1998
Gear: Kayak Sailing Rig by Alan Wilson and Sue Handel August/September 1998
Feature: Compact Kayaks June/July 1998
Feature:Kayaking on a Budget, by Peter Brand June/July 1998
Feature:The Evolution of the Short, Fat Kayak, by Barry Jensen June/July 1998
Equipment: Field Tests of a Prototype Crapper, by John Baxter December/January 1998
Boats: Muli-faceted Multi-hulls October/November 1997
Hardware: Greg Holloway - Peddle Power October/November 1997
Gear: Low-Tech Kayak Storage by Ted Wilson October/November 1997
Equipment: Sea Seat, by Howard Stiff August/September 1997
Equipment: Sea Float, by Tim Ingram August/September 1997
Equipment: RollAid BackUP System, by Howard Stiff August/September 1997
Make Your Own Drybags by Tim Mangan April / May 1997
Accessories: Pump It Up by Chris Ladner April / May 1997
Gear: New Carbon Paddles April / May 1997
Equipment: The Issues in Skirting by Chris Ladner October/November 1996
Early Beginnings by Bill Kristofferson October/November 1996
Paddling Gear: Picking the Perfect Paddle by Chris Ladner August/September 1996
Equipment: Salt Water Dressing, by Chris Ladner June/July 1996
Equipment: Skywatch Windspeed Device June/July 1996
Safety: The Sea Float -- Sponson accessory, by Tim Ingram December/January 1996
Equipment: Bagology -- the science of packing your kayak, by Chris Ladner October/November 1995
Equipment: Inside your wetsuit, by Chris Ladner August/September 1995
Low Impact: Home-made stove, by Wally Priedolins August/September 1995
Accessories: Learning to Live With GPS by Sue Hutchins June/July 1995
Accessories: Learning to Live Without GPS by Tim Dyer June/July 1995
Accessories: Choosing to Live With GPS by Dan Earle June/July 1995
Equipment: Caring For Your Pet Kayak by John Dowd and Chris Ladner June/July 1995
Accessories: To Buy or Rent -that is the question by Chris Ladner April/May1995
Seniors: Outriggers for a kayak by Ted Wilson September/October 1994
Equipment: VHF Radios by Stephen Hindrichs July/August 1994
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