This week we responded to mail about inflatable kayaks and Jacob Cruser joined us to discuss inflatable kayak design and what types of IKs work best in what settings. We talked quite a bit about the legendary Stiletto kayak, IK design, and kayak stability.
Relevant Links
- Thrillseeker Kayaks
- Python IK “Boofin’ the Green” (NC)
- Orange Torpedo Trips (photos of their custom inflatable kayaks)
- The Original “Orange Torpedo” IK
- Cronin Inflatables
- Good Reading Material: The Water Log: IKs in Washington
Gear of the Week
– Recently updated AIRE BakRaft Expedition (Zach)
– Zero degree offset paddles (Priscilla)
– Buy good oars (Erik)