Kayak accessories range from transport and storage to activity-specific items. Dry bags and hard shell containers are popular for storage, while rudders and stabilizers improve steering and stability. Kayak racks are also useful for transportation.
Kayak accessories can range from items that help one person transport the kayak on dry land to items that make storage more convenient while paddling the kayak. Other accessories may be activity specific; For example, kayak accessories that accommodate anglers may be specifically designed to make carrying fishing gear easier. Some accessories are designed to make steering easier, while others can help with stability during rough water. Choosing among the many types of accessories starts with determining how the kayak is most likely to be used by the paddler.
Kayak accessories for storage are quite common and perhaps the most purchased of all accessories. Keeping items dry while paddling is important, so dry bags are often useful for storing items on the kayak deck. These bags are made of waterproof materials, usually plastic or nylon, and can be rolled up in such a way that water cannot get into any opening. Hard shell plastic containers are also available for storing items that cannot get wet; These are useful for protecting items that may also be susceptible to impact damage if the kayak capsizes or comes into contact with other hard objects.
Steering capabilities and stability can be improved by installing certain kayak accessories such as rudders or stabilizers. A rudder mounts to the rear of the kayak and can be dropped into the water when needed. This rudder will help keep the kayak on track during rough water or high winds, and can also help with steering. The rudder can be lifted out of the water when not in use by pulling a rope that runs into the cockpit, and when the rudder is in the water it can be moved using pedals mounted inside the cockpit. Outriggers are kayak accessories that attach to the sides or sides of the kayak; they consist of long arms with a pontoon mounted on the end, and are used to keep the boat stable when using a sail, or when the kayak is paddling in rough water.
Kayak racks are useful for mounting the kayak on a car or truck. This allows for easy transportation to and from a body of water. Racks are generally mounted to the roof of the vehicle, although other types of racks are available that allow the kayak to be mounted in other locations on the vehicle. The kayak is usually secured with ratchet straps to ensure it stays stable and in place during transport.
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