Kayaking is an ever popular experience for adventure sports enthusiasts. Previously, kayaking was a singles endeavor, one person per boat. Now, pairs and even families can take advantage of tandem kayaks. Together, you can travel gorgeous oceans, still fresh-water lakes, roaring rapids or hidden tributaries in a tandem kayak.

Tandem kayaks are also called doubles since they can hold two people in the same boat. A tandem kayak is really ideal for the newbie who is a bit shy of being on the water alone. Team up, feel secure and share the fun of a tandem kayak.

There are no rules about who can travel with you, anyone from your kids, parents or even your pet can accompany you on a kayaking trip. The best thing about tandem kayaks is that second person doesn’t have to paddle if they don’t wish to or are just not physically up to the challenge. They can merely sit while you take them on the most adventurous and thrilling tour of your chosen waterways.

Tandem kayaks are more wide that the one-man version which simply makes a double boat more stable allowing both passengers a safe day on the water.

Tandem kayaking is a good opportunity for families. Very young children can always be seated in Mom or Dad’s lap, or if old enough, the kids can be seated between parents where you can keep tabs on them, ensuring a safe trip.

The most important question you need to ask before heading out is “Who is sitting where?” To ensure a smooth and safe journey, seating arrangement must be considered.

Size and weight of individuals, gear and even paddles must be accounted for when dividing into teams. The kayaker with more experience should be seated in the back of the kayak for each boat. Also, the greatest weight should be at the rear as of the boat.

Every pair of boaters needs to work together as a team. If both of the riders is are paddling, the kayak makes very good speed across the water. Try to paddle in rhythm for maximum efficiency. Keeping a steady rhythm is the quickest kayaking method when paddles aren’t clashing.

Enjoy kayaking with a buddy in tandem and remember teamwork is the key.

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