What do I need to start kayaking?
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To kayak you need:\n\nA good kayak - you need one that can take rough water and banging against rocks\nA wet suit - That water can get really cold in some areas\nA rubberized bib - sized to you to go around the kayak opening to seal water out of the boat for rolling\nA life jacket - might be most important for a new beginner\nA comfortable paddle - one that you can handle comfortably in your hands\nA safety helmet - You might hit rocks when you roll\nSome fingerless gloves - can help to keep your hands warm. The fingers missing are for sensitivity and quick movement with the paddle\n\nAnd if you have to travel any distance to the water you are kayaking on, a roof rack to transport your kayak\n\nMOST IMPORTANT - an instructor and a calm piece of water to practice the basics on till you know how to handle your new toy.
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If you are keen and surfing is definately something that you are going to get well into then pick the best Wetsuit within your budget. Have a chat with local surfers to find out just what sort of suit you will need. If you are lucky you will not even have to get one, and instead you can buy yourself 20 pairs of boardshorts. If you will be surfing in cold water you will want to make your surf as comfortable as possible and a good wetsuit will ensure that you can stay in the water as long as the waves are good. However here are a list of good wetsuits:\n\nQuicksilver Boys Syncro L/sl 3/2 M Fullsuit $ 74.95\nO'Neill Epic CT 3/2 Wetsuit                 $150.00\nBody Glove Sealed Full Wetsuit 3/2mm Men's  $ 99.99
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YMCA's sometimes have scuba certification classes.  Also check with a local sporting goods store they might know where to get a cert. or try the good 'ol yellow pages
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1. Obtain four clean 55-gallon barrels, 20 feet of rope, several boards, 40 pounds of beef jerky\n\n2. Fill barrels 1/3d full with fresh water.\n\n3. Lash boards to barrels to make raft, saving one wide board\n\n4. Take assembly to ocean\n\n5. Place raft in water\n\n6. Use wide board as paddle and go out a few miles\n\n7. Wait for current to carry you to America
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Try a sporting goods store or dive shop.
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most of your back, shoulder, abs, & to a lesser extent, arm muscles. kayaking is a great way to get in shape & is very peaceful (on a lake or ocean anyway)
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I would try EBay. Also, your local newspaper, Used boating mags. If there is a "Canoe & Kayak" dealer around, try them. Is there a place near you that "rents" canoes & Kayaks? Sometimes you get the BEST deals from a place that rents.......good luck!
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im answering if ur kayaking at the sea, but maybe u can adapt it anywhere else as well.\n\nas the kayak is going on to the shore, \nwhile ur butt is in the canoe,\nwith 4fingers holding the paddle and the thumb holding on into the insides of the seat of ur canoe,\nswing one leg over into the water,\nthen use your (two) hands to push urself and bring ur butt on top of the other side of your canoe.\nso, at that time, the first foot will land on the ground, then u can swing the other leg over, and land with both feet on the ground, while ur hands are still on the canoe.\nwatch out for the paddle and ur partner if ur riding for two.\n\nmake sure u dont stand in the canoe. bad idea..
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Life vest, sunscreen, water, sandwich, empty container for packing out garbage, extra paddle, camera, and a helmet if you expect any rapids. I also recommend one of those type 4 throw floaties that can be used as a seat cushion.
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Get comfortable with being in the water first, then try snorkeling...  the next step is to get proper training with a great instructor who's very patient.
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Paddle, i'd be screwed because i don't know how to swim.. and I would ask myself, what the hell am I doing in this creek without a paddle to begin with?! If i don't even know how to swim?! then I would log on to Yahoo answers and ask everyone what I should do if this were to ever happen to me...
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Before you rush out a spend your hard earned cash on a board, borrow some of your friends' old boards or rent a board, if possible. Your board will take some punishment if you are learning and you want to be concentrating on surfing, not on the damage you are causing to your board. If you go out a lot, pick up a used board. It's cheaper than a new board or even renting. \n\nSince you are a beginner, I would suggest starting on a longboard. A longboard will provide stability in both paddling and standing. The dimensions of your board will depend on your height and weight. A 9' long board should be a good starting point. Once you become a little more experienced you can select what features you would like in a board. The type of waves you surf will also be a factor in deciding what type of board to pick up.
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YES! What do I need to do?
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Check out Estes Rockets and buy a complete kit, easiest way to get started.  Should be available in local stores also.
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I think you are talking about a kayak paddle. Check out Appomattox River Company on the net. If you want to call them they are in Farmville Va. Tell them how you intend to use the paddle and they will make some suggestions and ship you the one you choose. Happy Paddling!!!
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At least 45 to 60 seconds without any serious discomfort (nice to know when to give up on getting your kayak right side up, bail out, and get a breath of air).\n\nI can stand on my hind legs and beg.\n\nI'm not color blind.\n\nYes, I have teeth (like Teemu Selanne said during the Winter Olympics - a person can always get more teeth).\n\nI swim exceptionally slow - especially one handed while hauling a boat and paddle behind me.  Not fast enough to reach the shore between the rocks in a fast current.\n\nI'm a lousy kayaker.  Being upside down is normal for me (but a person can always get more teeth).\n\nI think I'll live through at least one more river run.\n\nI usually have no digestive disorders (depends how many teeth I've swallowed).\n\nI hate seafood, so I wouldn't know.\n\nMy weight is about 11 stones, 660 newtons, 16000 zolotniks, or 60000 scruples depending upon what units of measure you're familiar with.\n\nMost of my family are large, but I'm not.\n\nYes, I like traveling, I'm friendly, but I am not an orphan.
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Length, beam, durability. The most stable are not always the fastest. And the fastest are not the most stable. Find a good combination of the two that fit your style of kayaking.