Category Archives: seat

Elderly Couple Fishing Offshore, In Tandem Out Of Their Motorized Fishing Kayak. December, South Korea

Posted on January 11, 2012 by senior kayak angler

This is a most unusual, yet most revealing story. It says a lot about kayak anglers and the sacrifices some of them are willing to make for their love of fishing. It also shows that propelling fishing kayaks with outboard … Continue reading →

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Can You Paddle a Kayak After Spinal Fusion Surgery?

Posted on May 29, 2011 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Spinal fusion is an extreme surgical intervention performed on patients who suffer from certain chronic, serious back conditions, including severe pain, which have not responded to conservative treatment. One of … Continue reading →

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What Is Kayak Back Pain, and What Does It Mean?

Posted on November 1, 2010 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. A new article just got published on this painful subject. Here’s a quote of a couple of comments made by readers: 1. “Glad you mentioned unmanly and bragging about being … Continue reading →

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Is ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Always True in Kayak Fishing?

Posted on March 29, 2010 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Everyone knows the motto ‘no pain, no gain’, and most people assume it’s true for kayak fishing as well – with a twist: Kayak fishing involves spending long hours seated … Continue reading →

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Yak Back Pain: The Eight Hundred Pound Gorilla In The Room

Posted on February 4, 2010 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. The eight hundred pound gorilla in a market for a certain product is the biggest player in that market, and the eight hundred pound gorilla in the room is an … Continue reading →

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More Foam in the Backrest of Your Kayak Seat – Is This the Solution For Your Back Pain?

Posted on January 29, 2010 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Can more foam padding in your kayak seat backrest help protect your lumbar spine, and prevent back problems? This article on Kayaks and Lumbar Spine Problems explains in detail how … Continue reading →

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Kayak Angler’s Reflexions on Kayak Fishing, Old Age, and Sore Backs

Posted on January 2, 2010 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. The following paragraph is taken from a new kayak fishing trip report written by Florida kayak angler Jeff McGovern: A really remarkable thing that struck me about this whole day … Continue reading →

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Paddling Kayaks Can Cause Back Pain, But Apparently Canoes Are Problematic Too

Posted on September 29, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. This is  W kayak review from a Canadian canoeist who has suffered from back pain: -”The most important thing for me is that I can ride the [W] kayak “straddled” … Continue reading →

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Paddling vs. Pedaling in the L Position – Does it Matter to Your Back?

Posted on September 9, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. Pedaling small watercraft has been offered as alternative to recreational rowing and paddling since the 19th century. In recent years, with kayaks becoming more popular, some kayak manufacturers have started … Continue reading →

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SIT-IN OR SIT-ON-TOP KAYAK – ARE YOU FIT TO SIT?

Posted on August 19, 2009 by senior kayak angler

This article first appeared on the PAINLESS KAYAK FISHING blog. So here you are, considering whether you should get yourself a sit-in or sit-on-top kayak, and you’re wondering which type of kayak would better suit your paddling and fishing needs. … Continue reading →

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