Kayaking

[UncleTim]

Green River, Utah.
Oxbow Bend, Snake River, WY
Bechler River, Yellowstone N.P.. Bet you haven't seen that one before.
Green River, Utah

[Bobbie54]

Now I want to bring my kayak when I travel. Although since I live in a great place to kayak maybe not. But how about some suggestions in the Pacific Northwest?

[Chama]

Manzanita Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park
Beautiful setting, excellent fishing, NP campground right by (but no on) the lake.
Enjoy!

[brroberts]

Originally Posted by Bobbie54

Now I want to bring my kayak when I travel.?

Not perfect, but drop stitch RazorLite kayaks travel well.

[JeffreyG]

Originally Posted by Bobbie54

Now I want to bring my kayak when I travel.

As attractive of a trailer as the Escape 5.0 is, that's why it was not on our list of possibles. No way to carry boats while towing a 5th wheel.



I carry the boats on top of the truck, which works even while towing a conventional trailer.

[TahoeJoe]

Originally Posted by JeffreyG

As attractive of a trailer as the Escape 5.0 is, that's why it was not on our list of possibles. No way to carry boats while towing a 5th wheel.



I carry the boats on top of the truck, which works even while towing a conventional trailer.

Agreed, that's why I am not going for the 5.0...paddleboards need a spot.

[Rossue]

Originally Posted by Bobbie54

Now I want to bring my kayak when I travel. Although since I live in a great place to kayak maybe not. But how about some suggestions in the Pacific Northwest?

Around Bend, OR there are a few favorites: Paulina Lakes @ Newbury Volcanic Nat'l Monument, Sparks Lake in the Cascade Lakes area, Suttle Lake/Lost Lake near Santiam Pass.

Originally Posted by JeffreyG

As attractive of a trailer as the Escape 5.0 is, that's why it was not on our list of possibles. No way to carry boats while towing a 5th whee

We tend to put on 4-5K when out 4-5 weeks at a time. Boats on the roof got to
be a hassle so went with a pair of good inflatables suited for lakes/flatwater. The Star Paragon is also more comfortable that the Costco Pelicans we still have.

[sherminator]

For those who have the correct immersion gear (wet suit, dry suit, etc.) and a desire to get out on the open ocean, Sunset Bay State Park, near Coos Bay, is the best place in Oregon to get to the open ocean. No matter the state of the ocean, the bay is calm, and you can paddle to the mouth and decide if you want to venture out.

You can camp there at the park, or at nearby Bastendorff Beach County Park. There is a lot to do and see in the area besides kayaking, too.

[Ian and Sue]

Originally Posted by JeffreyG

As attractive of a trailer as the Escape 5.0 is, that's why it was not on our list of possibles. No way to carry boats while towing a 5th wheel.



I carry the boats on top of the truck, which works even while towing a conventional trailer.

My canoe is on top of my truck when I tow my 5.0 TA. That being said it is an Adirondack Pack Canoe so only 12 something feet long. I would not do a long trip on open water in the ocean with it but it can handle anything else from poking around estuaries to pond hopping for a week in the Adirondacks. I used to have a folding kayak but found I was not using it as much as I hoped because it took time to put it together and take apart. Would I like a longer canoe? Sure but this one does almost all that I need. It is a Placid Boatworks Spitfire and did I mention it weighs 18 lbs?

[Yakanaka]

I love this thread!!

Blue Rocks rear Lunenburg Nova Scotia was a great experience. The Bluenose 2 even sailed past us while we were paddling out looking for seals.

I agree, Lake Superior PP it's gorgeous.

Toronto Island is fun you explore if you find yourself in Toronto with a boat. Take off from Cherry Beach.

Georgian Bay has some great paddling too but can have heavy boat traffic in some places.

[Kat&Penney]

Easy spots to kayak around Portland, Oregon.
Lakamas Lake
Vancouver Lake
Columbia Slough
Tualitan River
Sauvie Island has many lakes.
Scapoose Marina
Nehalem Bay on the coast
Willamette River south of Portland
Lewis River
That should keep you amused for a bit.

[jkcoug]

Anyone use inflatable kayaks? I have two regular ones, but for long trips and you don't know for sure if you are going to kayak, it seems an inflatable one would be easy to carry in your tow vehicle. I just don't know if they are any good.

[sherminator]

Originally Posted by jkcoug

Anyone use inflatable kayaks? I have two regular ones, but for long trips and you don't know for sure if you are going to kayak, it seems an inflatable one would be easy to carry in your tow vehicle. I just don't know if they are any good.

Like anything else, there are better and worse. I normally kayak in a hard shell, but I have an inflatable (Aquaglide) that is top quality, and works well. It is pretty wide, but it paddles well, having a very rigid dropstitch floor. It comes with two different length detachable skegs which help with tracking. It is my preferred kayak for small waters, and I take it along when I don't have room for another kayak.

[HABBERDABBER]

I got too dang old to be schlepping my 35 year old, fiberglass tandem, +70 lb sea kayak a top a full size van. With a ladder, rollers at the rear and a stout assistant, I could do it... but for how long? So last Spring I got a dinky inflatable for mucking about. Two steps above a pool toy, but it works, is easy to handle and most importantly.... floats. I just use it for a short lake paddle when out camping near water. My 1st ever boat was an inflatable....Tahiti model, tandem, back in the 1970's.


Pics of tandem & inflatable boat.

[jkcoug]

Thanks. I looked them up, $700.00 on Amazon. I may try a cheaper model first to see how much I would use on (or two, my wife does not like a tandem.)

[brroberts]

Originally Posted by jkcoug

Anyone use inflatable kayaks? I have two regular ones, but for long trips and you don't know for sure if you are going to kayak, it seems an inflatable one would be easy to carry in your tow vehicle. I just don't know if they are any good.

We travel with a RazorLite 473 in the back of the truck. It’s still inflatable, but at least it’s reasonably rigid.

[Fox hunt]

I love my Oru folding kayak. I've used it up in the San Juans and a lot in the south sound and lakes. Only thing I don't like is the seating is uncomfortable compared with my hard shell sea kayak. But I got a new cushion and I love it! The Oru is only 35 pounds so easy to bring (even two) on camping trips. I loved my old kayak but I'm unable to load it on the roof etc.. to heavy for me so I sold it.

[TahoeJoe]

Originally Posted by jkcoug

Anyone use inflatable kayaks? I have two regular ones, but for long trips and you don't know for sure if you are going to kayak, it seems an inflatable one would be easy to carry in your tow vehicle. I just don't know if they are any good.

Some are, some aren't. Look at the PSI rating (higher the better) and also the warranty and how long they've been in business. I recommend Sea Eagle, the products are awesome and they have great warranties and customer service. They've been making inflatables for over 50 years...

[HABBERDABBER]

ORU,
I've seen them numerous times and have been intrigued....a hybrid....between a collapsible Kelper and an inflatable. Quick, light, easy and portable.
But I have a boat addiction, now down from 4 boats to 2....so I should refrain further to stay soberly boat free.

[Fox hunt]

not an inflatable- it folds up origami style