How to Choose the Right Kayak for All Types of Flatwater Paddlers
Feb 10, 2026
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Learn to choose the right kayak to suit the type of paddling you would like to do with advice from World Champion kayaker, Ken Whiting, in this episode of PaddleTV. Sit in? Sit on top? Which is right for you?
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Other paddling gear I use and recommend:
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KAYAKS I recommend
Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP
Sea Eagle 393rl: https://bit.ly/3mVOXbw
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
Oru Kayak Inlet: https://bit.ly/3vpjxhS
AquaGlide Chelan 120: https://bit.ly/3IRNde0
Advanced Elements Advanced Frame: https://bit.ly/3hJNpAl
Star Rival Inflatable Kayak: https://bit.ly/3lipNno
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