Paddle Boating General Overview
What's it all about?
You remember the basic model paddle boat: the two-seater, drink holder in the center, maybe a little space for storing more drinks in the back. It turns out you can own one of these for around 500 dollars. No more waiting for your turn at the lake, or being forced to "enjoy" paddling about in some sort of paddle boat corral that is a tiny fraction of the size of the entire lake.
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Just you, your sidekick, six to twelve of your favorite canned beverage, and the open water is what awaits. And fortunately, you aren't limited to the bare-minimum paddle boats that you normally run across at the public lake. Paddle boats with canopy Everybody knows a day out at the lake can leave you surprisingly blistered and lobster-like, despite your best intentions and precautions with sunscreen. Give yourself one more line of defense while out on the open water by choosing a paddle boat with a protective canopy. They're perfect for paddling comfortably for hours on end, rain or shine. Paddle seating for more than two? You're in luck if you've got a third who wants to come along for the ride. There are plenty of three, four and five seat paddle boats on offer that don't sacrifice on safety or drink storage capacity. We know both of those things are of the utmost importance, and so we didn't want to leave you guessing. Paddle boat specs Most paddle boats are designed for relatively easy transport to and from the lake and have incredibly tough plastic frames. Generally, a paddle boat will weigh around 100 pounds, making it easy for two adults to lift without great concern for faulty knees or backs. The high-density polyethylene hull and "cabin" can withstand pretty nasty impact. Of course, this shouldn't be a problem since all paddle boats are designed with a protective vinyl rubrail. |
A few decisions, lots of options
Briefly, these are the things to know about and consider when you're looking at buying a paddle boat. Of course, specific details vary widely. Whether you want reclining seats, fishing rod holders, cup holders, storage compartments, or all of the above, you're in the right place.