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Appomattox River Company has the largest selection of kayaks in the country. We carry three types of kayaks--whitewater, touring and recreational, which includes both sit-on-tops and sit-insides.

Recreational Kayaks This is the most popular type of kayak that we sell in today's market.

Recreational kayaks are stable, comfortable, and made for fun. Recreational kayaks are popular with nature lovers, bird watchers, photographers and sportsmen. They have large cockpits for easy entry and the seats are built for comfort and usually have large adjustable back supports. There are two basic types of recreational kayaks, Sit Inside and Sit on Top.

Sit Inside Recreational Kayaks have cockpits and decks so you enter the kayak from the cockpit and sit inside the boat. They offer plenty of room for the paddler and you can move around in the kayak without feeling like the boat is going to turn over. The Sit Inside kayaks are dry and if needed you can use a cockpit spray skirt to keep out spray or rain. Spray skirts can also be used to keep air from circulating throughout the kayak which is handy on a cold winter day.

Sit-on-Top kayaks have no cockpit. You actually sit on top of the deck which is contoured with a molded-in seat area as well as a molded-in area for your legs and feet. They are sort of like a surfboard with a seat. Unlike a surfboard the Sit on Top recreational kayak is stable due to the extra width of the hull. This is the type of kayak you will most often see people playing with in the surf since they cannot fill up when capsized. This feature makes them popular with saltwater fishermen because if the fisherman were to flip over some distance from shore, he can flip the kayak upright and hop aboard. Also, freshwater fishermen often prefer a Sit on Top kayak because they often like to wade in the shallows and can easily sit on the kayak and float through the pools.

Whitewater Kayaks. Whitewater kayaks are designed to run rapids. They have rocker for maneuverability and are usually short (7 to 10-11 feet long). They are made of the toughest plastics available for durability. The whitewater kayak you select depends on the type of river running you prefer (rodeo, big water, steeps creeks), personal preference, and boat design. Our sales staff can assist you in choosing the right boat for your needs.

Touring Kayaks. These boats are designed for forward speed and straight-ahead tracking. They have storage compartments for carrying gear on extended or day trips. They are longer than whitewater boats (14-18 feet). We carry a number of different designs suited for short day trips, river paddling, extended open water trips, and everything in between. Our sale staff will assist you in selecting a boat for you.

Whatever your kayak needs. Appomattox River Company has the boat for you and the sales staff to make your buying decision an easy and enjoyable one.

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