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Sea Kayaking Tips

Mean Tide Levels for Puget Sound and Washington Coast

Common Sea Kayak Items that Cannot Be Taken On Airplanes

Patching Dry Suits

Spare Battery Cases for Sea Kayakers

Kayak Rack Buying Tips for Sea Kayakers

Spare Paddle Weight and other Cost/Benefit Comparisons

Mirage and Green Flash Simulations

Many of you have been in lessons with me when I've pointed out towering and other mirages commonly seen on or near the water, and often the subject of Green Flash has come up while we have been camping on overnight and longer training trips. Here is a link to a web site that gives the most detailed and scientific explanation for both these phenomia that I ever found anywhere. It includes some similated video/cartoons that show what to look for and what to expect. If the text gets too deep for you, skip on to the links of the Green Flash similations and just watch. Enjoy

Wind and Current Directions

Sea Kayak Buyer's/Builders Guide

Packing for Sea Kayak Expeditions/Choosing Dry Bags, Dry Boxes, and Mesh Bags and What To Put Where

Replacing Gaskets and Latex Socks on Dry Suits and Dry Tops

Customizing Kayak Seats

Waterproof Lights for Kayaking

VHF Radios for Kayaking

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