KAYAK How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these kayak tutorials to learn all about kayak with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Seal launch a race kayak, Paddle a whitewater kayak with awareness, and Turn a kayak.

You'll also find several great outdoor recreation tutorials in the Outdoor Recreation category.

How to seal launch a race kayak

Seal launch a race kayak

Shane Benedict is laying down the basics to a great Seal Launch. No animals were harmed in the making of this video. Don’t be afraid to ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 722

How to paddle a whitewater kayak with awareness

Paddle a whitewater kayak with awareness

Whitewaterinstruction.com presents a lesson on Paddle Awareness by Shane Benedict. Rocks aren’t always getting in the way of your kayak ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 555

How to turn a kayak

Turn a kayak

This will show you how to turn a kayak. This video is on general information and fundamental strokes for paddling recreational kayaks.

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 836

How to kayak without back pain

Kayak without back pain

We caught up with Doctor David Lorczak to discuss the benefits of proper outfitting and posture to promote a long and healthy kayaking ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 991

How to paddle backwards in a kayak

Paddle backwards in a kayak

Kayak in a lake kayak and learn to paddle backwards.

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 668

How to sit in a kayak

Sit in a kayak

When you are learning how to kayak, it's important to know how to sit in the kayak properly. This video shows you how, and remember to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 1,236

How to do various kayak rolls

Do various kayak rolls

This video discusses common threads of the various kayak rolls. Every roll may be different, but they have many similarities. This video ...more

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Curated 2 years ago by daBrickMass | Comments 0
Views 576

How to exercise for kayak rolling using a Swiss exercise ball

Exercise for kayak rolling using a Swiss exercise ball

Land-based training exercise for kayak rolling using a Swiss exercise ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 2,160

How to hold a kayak paddle properly

Hold a kayak paddle properly

Learn how to properly hold the kayak paddle. This video is on general information and fundamental strokes for paddling recreational kayaks ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 1,174

How to use the Kayak Ergo

Use the Kayak Ergo

Check out this video to learn how-to use the kayak ergo to improve your enjoyment of the water (no, just kidding, there is no water--this is ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 709

How to launch a kayak

Launch a kayak

To learn basic kayaking you must know how to launch the boat. This video is on general information and fundamental strokes for paddling ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 1,236

How to paddle sideways in a kayak

Paddle sideways in a kayak

Most often you paddle forward or backward, but you may need to go sideways to pull up next to someone or something - this video shows you ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 201

How to perform bracing strokes in a kayak

Perform bracing strokes in a kayak

This video shows you how to perform bracing strokes when kayaking.

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 484

How to perform forward strokes when kayaking

Perform forward strokes when kayaking

Once you've gotten in the kayak and managed to stay upright, you're probably going to want to learn how to go somewhere. This video shows ...more

B 3:31
Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 601

How to sea kayak

Sea kayak

Sea kayaking can be a very dangerous sport that not everyone is made for. Learn many great details on this sport and how to be safe while ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by ExpertVillage | Comments 0
Views 449

How to paddle float self-rescue in a sea kayak

Paddle float self-rescue in a sea kayak

A sea kayak self-rescue video from Water Walker Sea Kayak, LLC

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 1,883

How to eskimo roll in a sea kayak

Eskimo roll in a sea kayak

This sea kayak self-rescue video from Water Walker Sea Kayak, LLC shows you how to do an eskimo roll.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 1,499

How to choose a kayak

Choose a kayak

Kayaks come in a variety of styles for different water sports, including ocean kayaks, recreational kayaks and hybrid kayaks. Learn how to ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by ExpertVillage | Comments 0
Views 905

How to re-enter and roll when sea kayaking

Re-enter and roll when sea kayaking

This sea kayak self-rescue video from Water Walker Sea Kayak shows you how to re-enter and roll.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 1,098

How to scull and roll a skin-on-frame kayak

Scull and roll a skin-on-frame kayak

This video shows you side sculling and rolling a skin-on-frame kayak using a Greenland style paddle.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 1
Views 787

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Retro Electronics Papercraft For the Brazil '66 Crowd

Dan McPharlin has created some super-sweet retro electronics papercraft models. Click through to Dan's Flickr page to view the entire collection. Beautiful handmade cardboard models. Previously ...

Cai Guo-Qiang's (Literally) Explosive Art

Attention all WonderHowTo explosive-lovers, here is an artist that just may awe and inspire... China's Cai Guo-Qiang opts for more thrilling materials than traditional paint, clay or plaster, say ...

Roly-Poly Bridge

Heatherwick Studio's London based rolling bridge is an engineering marvel. Lots of fun, and immensely satisfying to watch (via YouTube, assuming you can't see it in person). From Heatherwick Studio: ...

Master Nerd Births Perfect Copy Cat Bot

Can't help but smile at this goofy, endearing nerd "master" (Vitalijus Rodnovas) guiding his copy-cat protege robot (coined Waldo). The rig allows Waldo to mimic Rodnovas' body movements in ...

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