MATERIALS

When choosing the material kayak, you should take into account your skills and how

you will use the kayak.

We have a summary table that facilitates the buying kayak:

MATERIAL WEIGHT STRENGTH REPAIR PRICE

KAYAK DE

KEVLAR-CARBON

III I II I

KAYAK GLASS II I II II

KAYAK

POLIETILENO

I III I III

* I = Regular II = Well III = Very well

On the other hand, the paddle is the element that propel you go, your right choice is as

important as the kayak.

The two most important to consider will be the weight and the surface characteristics of

the spoon. The weight is very important because you are going to spend time raising

Paddle. The surface of the spoon, is the other key parameter, the greater the surface

more water and therefore move we make more effort.

Therefore, we must choose the right kayak and appropriate blades.