To wonder about fat people kayaking?

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SpeedbirdSquawker · 25/04/2024 21:45

I am fat and thinking of going kayaking. Am I mad? Will I fit in the kayak?

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soupfiend · 25/04/2024 21:51

Its more about wetsuit sizing and the protective gear fitting

Nothing like that ever fitted me when I was at my biggest

loropianalover · 25/04/2024 21:51

There’s different levels of fat, are you like a big man? If so you’ll probably be fine. But if you’re 600lb Tammy Slaton probably not.

Namechangeforthis88 · 25/04/2024 21:49

Depends how fat. Kayaks come in different sizes, with variables like the size of the cockpit area. You are going to need to be able to get out quickly if you capsize.

Would you consuder sit on top kayak, paddleboard or canoe?

Summerbay23 · 25/04/2024 21:48

How fat? I’m a size 20 and I’ve been. Also depends how deep the water is as getting back in is tricky if you fall out. I managed to get back in from the bank. It’s been good fun but I have only been in the summer when I can swim if I fall out!

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