John Cogan

How to Hold a Canoe Paddle

Holding a canoe paddle might seem like an extremely easy technique to learn. One could conclude that it would be ridiculous to even write an

The Anatomy of a Kayaking Helmet

One of the most important articles of kayak gear a whitewater kayaker will buy is a whitewater kayaking helmet. While most kayak helmets are purchased

The Hand of God Kayak Rescue

The Hand of God kayak rescue is used when a person is upside down in his or her kayak and is not making any progress

Whitewater Kayak Safety Rescues

Due to the obvious dangers inherent in whitewater kayaking, it is essential that whitewater kayakers know a number of different safety and rescue maneuvers very

Proper Form, Technique, and Paddling Efficiency

There are three components involved in proper paddling technique for canoes and kayaks. They are boat efficiency, paddle efficiency, and body efficiency. Every maneuver, skill,

What is the Kayaking Paddler’s Box?

The paddler’s box is one of the most crucial kayak paddling techniques to maintain, yet it is also the most frequently violated. When ignored, the

How to do the Kayak Draw Stroke

There are times when in a kayak when you will need to maneuver the boat sideways. Most people assume that this is an impossible maneuver.

Kayaking From a Fitness Standpoint

Practically any able-bodied person from ages 4 to 80 can enjoy the benefits of kayaking. However, whether you consider kayaking a sport or activity, a

How to Use a Kayak Rudder

One of the coolest features of flatwater and sea kayaks are kayak rudders. There’s just something about operating a mechanical device like this that is