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KAYAKING

What Are
KAYAKS THE MATERIAL A KAYAK the pleasure you get from pad-

IS MADE OF affects how it
dling it. Knowing the advan-
tages and disadvantages of each
looks, performs and holds up
type of material will help ensure
over time.
Aside from the essential con-
that best suits your needs and
Made Of? siderations of performance, aes- you choose a kayak material
thetics, cost, durability, weight,
preferences. Arm yourself with
this knowledge before you step
and ease of transportation and
by virginia marshall storage, the material a kayak is into a paddling shop in search
of your first—or next—kayak.
made from can also influence

I SPY WITH MY LITTLE EYE,
A LOT OF PLASTIC KAYAKS.
PHOTO: MICHAEL CONNOR

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