Water Toys: Paddle-Powered Adventure Craft

Water Toys: Paddle-Powered Adventure Craft
Courtesy of Crystal Board, Sandborn Canoe Co., Ocean Kayak, Stellar, Old Town
Bill Lindsey
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Swimming affords the ultimate connection with the water, but there are times you don’t want to get wet, making these tiny yachts worthy of consideration.

(Courtesy of Crystal Board)
Courtesy of Crystal Board
$2,199

Stand-up paddleboards combine an unobstructed view with a great upper-body workout, but this one takes it a step further by providing a view of what’s below the surface. Weighing just 42 pounds and made of 100 percent crystal-clear, 6 millimeter-thick Lexan, it can support up to 240 pounds.

(Courtesy of Old Town)
Courtesy of Old Town
$2999.99

Leave the paddle at home—this unique fishing and adventure machine uses leg power to move across the water. Perched in the super comfortable seat, with your feet on pedals powering the propeller, you'll have your hands free to fish or take photos. The 13-foot-long hull is so stable you can even stand up to reel in a fish.

(Courtesy of Ocean Kayak)
Courtesy of Ocean Kayak

Surf’s Up!

Ocean Kayak Caper
$779.99

Even if you’ve never surfed, this sit-on-top kayak makes catching an ocean wave easy. Instead of standing and balancing, just paddle as the wave passes underneath you to find yourself zooming along, inches above the rushing water, in complete control. It’s also a good choice for exploring lakes and rivers.

(Courtesy of Stellar)
Courtesy of Stellar
$3,395

This sleek craft is perfect for waterway expeditions. The cockpit is designed for easy paddling during long-range voyages, while an 18.5-gallon forward storage bin and 27.7-gallon aft bin hold camping gear. A third storage bin in front of the cockpit can hold a VHF radio, cellphone, GPS, and snacks.

(Courtesy of Sandborn Canoe Co.)
Courtesy of Sandborn Canoe Co.

Traditional Transportation

Sanborn Canoe Co. Osprey
$3,050

It isn’t hard to fall in love with this little lake yacht. The old-school design uses high-tech Kevlar and fiberglass with a protective gelcoat finish, with traditional cherry ribs and caned seats. The 48-pound, 13-foot-long canoe can hold up to 600 pounds of passengers and gear for picnics or overnight camping trips.

Bill Lindsey
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Bill Lindsey is an award-winning writer based in South Florida. He covers real estate, automobiles, timepieces, boats, and travel topics.
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