Are there any kayakers over 66 out there - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

blackcloud9 · 06-17-2013, 02:21 PM

X2 regarding pedaling vs. paddling!

Someone once explained it to me as: Imagine riding a bike 10 miles and pedaling with your arms instead of your legs.

With a pedal-style kayak, you'll have the option to either pedal or paddle for locomotion. I understand that some people are arm-paddling kayak purists, but personally, I'm a fisherman and cover plenty of distance on my trips.

Just loading and unloading the kayak, and pulling on fish all day is enough of a shoulder/arm workout! I have benefited greatly from giving my arms a break in this sport!

Hope that helps.

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06-17-2013, 02:21 PM	#11
blackcloud9 Kayaker Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Big Rock, WindanSea, La Jolla Posts: 413	X2 regarding pedaling vs. paddling! Someone once explained it to me as: Imagine riding a bike 10 miles and pedaling with your arms instead of your legs. With a pedal-style kayak, you'll have the option to either pedal or paddle for locomotion. I understand that some people are arm-paddling kayak purists, but personally, I'm a fisherman and cover plenty of distance on my trips. Just loading and unloading the kayak, and pulling on fish all day is enough of a shoulder/arm workout! I have benefited greatly from giving my arms a break in this sport! Hope that helps.