Floating Rope Review: Camp Lines and Roof-Rack Jobs
My floating rope review after a week of camp-line and roof-rack jobs. Includes other reviewers’ opinions, with flotation still untested.
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Is Kayaking Good Exercise? My Experience of Paddling for Fitness
Is kayaking good exercise? My experience of stronger shoulders and core control, with research, realistic calorie estimates and a 30-minute beginner workout.
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Waterproof Dry Bag Multi-Pack Review: Honest Thoughts from a Scottish Kayak Trip
My waterproof dry bag multi-pack review after a Scottish kayak camping trip: handy kit organisation, dry clothes and the limits of lightweight roll-top bags.
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Abahub Adjustable Kayak Paddle Review: A £30 Upgrade I’ve Kept Using
My Abahub adjustable kayak paddle review after about a year on the Thames: less flex, better drip rings, a few niggles and several accidental float tests.
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Kayaking the River Wye: My Latest Paddle from Hay and Other Routes to Explore
My latest solo paddle from Hay-on-Wye to Locksters Pool, plus River Wye route ideas, an interactive map, canoe hire and practical planning advice.
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Kayaking in Leeds: Cricket, Canals and a Workout at Yeadon Tarn
My Leeds paddles: launching beside the campervan in Kirkstall, Stourton to Castleford and Rob’s sprint workouts at Yeadon Tarn, plus practical local advice.
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Intex Challenger K1 Review: Can a 105kg Bloke Actually Use It Without Sinking?
My Intex Challenger K1 review starts with an awkward number: 105kg. That’s what I currently tip the scales at. If you’ve ever spent five minutes looking for an inflatable kayak on Amazon, you’ll have definitely seen the Intex Challenger K1 staring back at you. It’s dirt cheap, comes with a paddle and pump in the…
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Kayaking in Dubrovnik: City Walls, Lokrum and Coastal Paddles
I spent three weeks kayaking around Dubrovnik and the surrounding coastline. Here’s my guide to the city walls, Lokrum, Betina Cave and choosing a paddle that suits you.
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Kayaking in South Wales: Six Places Worth a Paddle
Explore kayaking in South Wales with Mark’s pick of six places, from lakes and the Neath Canal to Gower and Pembrokeshire, with hire and access advice.
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Kayaking in Birmingham: Canals, Hire & Local Tips
Discover kayaking in Birmingham with Mark’s canal paddles, guided tours, launch advice, reservoir access and the licence information you need.
