Kayaking Tips

A no frills Q&A formatted overview highlighting what a kayak rudder is, what it is for, how it is used and how it works. WHAT IS A RUDDER AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR? A rudder is an optional kayak accessory designed to help you control the direction of your kayak. Without a rudder, you typically need to exaggerate your paddle stroke to steer your kayak left or right or to keep it in a straight line (tracking) when dealing with windy conditions or strong currents. Using a rudder to help maneuver your kayak significantly reduces paddling fatigue. A rudder...