Callling all 'boat' people! Can someone explain the differences please between kayaks and canoes? DCs (12 yr old DTs) want to start boating and are worried about the kind of craft where you're effectively 'stuck' inside and need to flip under the water to get it upright again if you capsize.
On the other hand, am I right to think that these (are these kayaks?) easier to use? Are canoes bigger and more unwieldy but easier to get out of if you capsize?
Also, is it safest to look for lakes for this or rivers or sea? If river - can you just set off in your own boat or do you always need a license/special permission?
Finally, what's the most appropriate and best type of lifejacket/buoyancy aid?
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BlogOnTheTyne · 19/06/2013 14:22
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