A Winter Paddling Adventure | Should You Go Kayaking Alone?
Dec 20, 2025
I'm heading out on a winter kayaking adventure! There's some snow in the air, and it's almost freezing out, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy a kayaking river trip. Kayaking in the winter can be amazing! It can also be dangerous if you don't have the right equipment. It can be even more dangerous if you do it alone. But is there ever a good time to go kayaking alone? Is it safe to go kayaking alone? These are some of the things we'll talk about while challenging big rapids in a big kayak!
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KAYAKS to CONSIDER
Intex Challenger K1: https://amzn.to/3u276JY
Sea Eagle 393rl: https://bit.ly/3mVOXbw
Oru Kayak Inlet: https://bit.ly/3vpjxhS
Hobie iTrek-9: https://bit.ly/3o0TMlM
Jackson Kayak Tupelo 12.5: https://bit.ly/3phR8aS
Wilderness Systems Pungo 120: https://bit.ly/3E5BoOl
Perception Pescador: https://bit.ly/3FPuWeK
Take a free online safety course for canoeing, kayaking, and stand up paddling (SUP), brought to you by the American Canoe Association and the U.S. Coast Guard: https://americancanoe.org/education/resource-library/paddlesports-online-course/
Other paddling gear I use and recommend:
NOTE: These are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you, but it's a great way to show your support. Thanks!
PORTABLE KAYAKS I recommend
Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP
Sea Eagle 385ft: https://bit.ly/3eYJ8H2
Tucktec: https://bit.ly/3mQnmcn
Pakayak: https://pakayak.com/?uap_ref=ken
Decathlon Itiwit: https://bit.ly/3Pk7bk9
AquaGlide Chelan 120: https://bit.ly/3IRNde0
Advanced Elements Advanced Frame: https://bit.ly/3hJNpAl
Star Rival Inflatable Kayak: https://bit.ly/3lipNno
Isle Switch Hybrid SUP/Kayak: https://islesurfsup.sjv.io/5bJMJn
PADDLES
Aqua Bound Manta Ray Carbon Paddle: https://bit.ly/3xHYpn7
Aqua Bound Tango Fibreglass Paddle: https://bit.ly/3iaGleJ
Aqua Bound Whiskey Carbon Bent Shaft Paddle: https://bit.ly/3z1kiOH
FOOTWEAR
NRS Kicker Remix Shoe: https://bit.ly/36F1B6Y
NRS Boundary Boot: https://bit.ly/2TaCMgl
PADDLING SHIRTS / TOPS
NRS Guide Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yVID8j
NRS Guide Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3dkDYaD
NRS H2Core Silkweight Shirt: https://bit.ly/3xF43pX
NRS H2Core Silkweight Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yZGbO2
NRS Hydroskin Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3wCvoI3
NRS Riptide Splash Jacket: https://bit.ly/3BbAZZJ
NRS Flux Dry Top: https://bit.ly/2U3Pvlw
PFD’S
NRS Odyssey PFD: https://bit.ly/3ibIk2n
NRS Zen PFD: https://bit.ly/2VCfrF3
NRS Chinook PFD: https://bit.ly/2TaEAG9
OTHER PADDLING GEAR
Zoleo Communicator: https://bit.ly/3zw7gw1
NRS Drylander Sprayskirt: https://bit.ly/36z5BG6
WRSI Current Helmet: https://bit.ly/2Te6KA6
PADDLING SHORTS/BOTTOMS
NRS Benny Board Short: https://bit.ly/2VIbK0L
NRS Hydroskin Shorts: https://bit.ly/3hCXPl2
SUNGLASSES
WileyX: https://bit.ly/3NtJQKR
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