RideAway Kayak 2011 End of season sale

RideAway Kayak is officially kicking off its 2011 end of the season sale. Our boats are the best in the business, Every boat we have is only one season old and very lightly used, they all look fantastic and couldn't be in better shape. With over 9 different types of Kayaks and two different types of Paddle Boards we have every skill level and every sized rider covered this year to get the kayak or SUP they've always dreamt of hitting the water with.

Visit us at www.rideawaykayak.com and check out our whole inventory and prices. These really are the best prices and options you will find anywhere.

Emotion Co-Motion

Kayak with the one you love, or just whoever wants to kayak with you. This tandem kayak is ideal for families it allots two seating areas for adults and also has enough room to fit another small child or a small dog (love dogs on kayaks, cracks me up).

It is also not overwhelmingly large so if someone wanted to venture out on their own this kayak can also act as a very effective single kayak as well. This model is a sit on top kayak/ocean kayak it allows water to drain out of the kayak so there is no risk of it filling up with water causing it to capsize and if one was ever to fall off this kayak you can just climb right back on which is almost impossible with sit in tandem kayaks. It comes with two removable and adjustable seats and two paddles which would cost you almost $200 more in a regular store. It is much thinner and lighter than the average tandem which makes it better to transport in comparison to those super bulky tandems out on the market. Great family kayak and a great way to introduce the kids and beginners to such a relaxing, healthy, and fun filled activity.

Emotion Co-motion Length 12'

Width 32"

Weight 59lbs

Capacity 475 lbs

Price $586

Available in Yellow, Blue, Green, and Orange

Emotion Bliss (Don't let the name fool you)

The Bliss is marketed as a the "lady's ideal kayak" and for good reason, however in my opinion that label is a little misleading, because Michael T. (first person reference, deal with it) has been known to do some serious damage in those bad boys and loved every second of it. I just came in from a tour right now, leading a pack of ten people using a bright purple Bliss and let me tell you I couldn't be prouder.

The reason it has taken this reputation is because it's weight capacity is 180lbs which does limit the market for this boat to mostly women and children, but if your a real man and are tipping the scales at anything lower than 180 I'd give it some serious thought, its a phenomenal boat for the Cape area. It has a very sleek design much more slender than the average kayak yet at a length of 10'10" it also has a very pointed hull that directly cuts through the water, it is an effortless kayak and makes paddling a breeze. The best feature about this boat is its weight, it is only 37 lbs and couldn't be easier to transport and just pop onto an SUV or into a vehicle and just toss it in the water and go, that is why I love it so much after a long day it couldn't be easier to get in and out of the water.

So for you ladies out there or parents looking for a good kayak for their children this is the kayak for them an awesome fit for all riders under that weight limit, very manageable and extremely easy to maneuver and transport, and for you lighter men out there OWN IT and buy the kayak. You tell your friends "yeah I own a bliss, want to fight about it?" That's what I do.

Emotion Bliss Length 10'10"

Width 25"

Weight 37lbs

Weight Capacity 180lbs

Price: $387 gently used

Available in Purple, Blue and Army Green (Certificate says Olive Green but its army green to me)

Bic Sport Bilbao

The ultimate summer day kayak, BAM there it is. This kayak is the best of both worlds, it allows you to easily and smoothly cut through the water due to its trifold design yet also maintains the sturdiness and freedom of a sit on top kayak.

People often ask us what the difference is between a sit on top kayak and a sit in kayak actually is and the answer if very simple. The Sit in kayak you are actually inside of the cockpit of the kayak and they usually cut through the water a little more affectively and allow you to move faster with relative ease. The sit on top kayaks are much more sturdy and function as an ocean kayak because water cannot fill the kayak due to draining holes that keep water from gathering in the kayak so water splash or a flip will not force you to have to empty this boat or even pull it to the side for that matter. The Bilbao is the top of the line Sit on top kayak. It is so sturdy the rider has the ability to jump of the boat to cool off and easily climb back on to continue the ride. It has a seat in the front for a second passenger to join in the fun as well. This boat is unmatched and a great fit for all kayakers. It even has a wheel at the end for easy one person transport. It is also the ultimate fishing kayak because it is so sturdy a good battle with a fish will never have you worrying about tipping or gathering water in the the cockpit of the boat, Moby Dick himself couldn't phase this boat. It also has the option of a fishing seat with two rod holders attached to troll as you paddle.

SPECS: Length 9'10"

Width 31"

Weight 50lbs

Weight Capacity 270lbs

RideAway Kayak End of the Season Sale

It's that time year again when we get that little tingle in our nose when the cold air hits it in the morning, the leaves have the audacity to start changing color, and the owner of RideAway Kayak is in search of Gainful Employment. That's right people RIDEAWAY KAYAK'S END OF THE YEAR SALE is here as we began to wrap up our fantastic second season on beautiful Cape Cod.

We have a huge variety of kayaks at unbelievable prices. All of our kayaks were brand new in June and were very gently used throughout the season, each kayak comes with all the paperwork and certificates authenticating the date it was built and giving you the proof of ownership. If you or someone you know is looking to purchase a kayak this is definitely the chance to get the best deal possible. Our selection includes Sit In kayaks, Sit on top kayaks, Tandem kayaks, and even paddle boards. The brands that we sell are Emotion and Bic. The types that we have available at used prices are the Emotion Edge, Emotion Bliss, Emotion Advant-edge, Emotion Co-motion, Bic Ouassou, Bic Bilbao, and Bic Trinidad. We will post separate blogs throughout the next week highlighting each one of these unique boats. If you would like to investigate each boat yourself you can find the emotion models at

http://emotionkayaks.com/sit-inside/

and the Bic Sport models at

http://www.bicsportkayaks.com/products/sit-top-kayaks,3,80.html

This is a great opportunity to get into the sport at a very reasonable price with some of the best boats on the market. Kayaks also make a great and unique Christmas/Birthday present think about it and discuss amongst yourselves. We are always here to answer any questions and assist in any way possible. To check prices on each boat log into www.rideawaykayak.com and check out the sale. Email us at mike@rideawaykayak.com or give us a call at 508-247-0827.

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Pictures 2 and 3 are thanks to my new favorite free lance photographer Jeani

The RideAway Turtle Attack

I'm going to open this entry by saying I grew up a huge Ninja Turtles Fan, that's all I'm saying.

Cape Cod is made for kayaking. I know this seems biased coming from someone who runs a kayak company on Cape Cod but the different creeks, tidal flats, Ponds, harbors, estuaries, and picturesque shorelines allow every skill level to get out on the water within their comfort zone. When assessing an areas difficulty I like to focus onspecific points, such as current, exposure to wind, boat traffic, water levels, etc. On a recent tour I was forced to reassess this approach after a little "incident" and a new factor rudely introduced itself..........The Attack Turtle.

At a time when everyone's worried about a few annoying sharks off the coast I'm thinking we should refocus on these crazy turtles and let me tell you why I feel this way. We offer two of our tours at very beautiful and beginner friendly locations in Sandwich one being Scorton Creek and the other being Mill Creek (the boardwalk, which was highlighted in a previous blog). Recently on a tour in Mill Creek with a lovely family of 8, who surprised their mother with a RideAway Kayak Tour, we set off and went over our introduction lesson and skill assessment. The group was progressing perfectly and we were about an hour into the tour, and reached brackish water, when one of the gentleman noticed a turtle's head barely pokingout of the water.Everyone passed by and was very impressed by the size of the turtle which can reach weights upwards of 60 lbs. The last to approach the area was definitely the most timid of the group and was a little too far back to hear the comments on the size of the Turtle. The picture in her head was a turtle the size of her hand (Painted or box turtle) the ones you raise in grade school and then set free to live long happy lives.

By the time she realized her massive miscalculation it was far too late. Having just grasped the overall size and distinct prehistoric features of such a large turtle the last thing anyone expected happened. The turtle launched out of the water with his massive face followed by his stubby little arms directly towards the kayak and somehow maintained that position with arms flailing and mouth chomping a mile a minute for a good ten seconds, but all she needed was one second to go into a massive tip motion and array of colorful language and immediately put that kayak into overdrive and out of the area.

With the rest of the group in an absolute uproar I went over to investigate whatwould have caused such an uncharacteristic yet hilarious action on the turtles part. It turns out she wasn't the only turtle in the area and it wasn't so much of an attack motion as just two turtles getting weird and having this unsuspecting lady involuntarily become a part of their bedroom activities. I can honestly say it was the first time I've seen a turtle that size move that fast and come that far out of the water using strictly propulsion.

(the most famous of the Snapping turtle Tokka)

I've decided to leave the Mill Creek as a beginner friendly tour however an asterisk will be placed.

RideAway Kayak Camp and Graduation Day

Every week RideAway kayak holds a five day camp for ages 7-14. The camp usually caps out around sixteen kids. It is a great introduction to the fundamentals of kayaking and the basic maneuvers you can use while navigating through different types of water conditions. The skill levels within the groups always vary but we always manage to have the camp mesh and with a variety of kayaks and games it is always a very fun and action packed week, you put sixteen kids in kayaks and I can guarantee pure entertainment.

We hold our camp in Wakeby pond located in Sandwich, Ma. We start there to make sure the kids get a grasp of the concept and feel confident with all the equipment, motions, and more importantly one another. Once I feel they have all progressed enough we give them the rigorous RideAway Kayak test, which let me tell you is no joke, it involves paddling backwards, paddling while standing up, jumping off and climbing back into the boat, distance kayaking and speed kayaking all combo'd into one EXTREME relay race that is probably the most entertaining thirty minutes anyone will get to enjoy. With a prize of the candy bar of their choice the hussle factor is a non issue.

Once this test is passed and behavior is at a controlled level as a whole for the group they are ready to GRADUATE. So every Friday we have our camp at Scorton Creek where they are able to show off their new skills to parents and the regular beach goer (anyone within a mile ear shot basically). They also learn about the birds, plants, and animals of the marsh. Most getting to experience the hunting habits of the Osprey and Sanderling for the first time and understanding how a daily tide schedule affects a tidal flat like Scorton Creek. The highlight is always the jump contest off the highest point of the marsh, and not to toot my horn but I've only been bested three times this year. It is always a very exciting day for the kids and even more for US. Its one of my favorite activities that RideAway Kayak is involved with and I am very thankful that we are lucky enough to get to work with such great kids in such a beautiful environment.