NWOC Blog Posts

Struggling to keep your kayak straight? Learn why your kayak keeps turning — and the simple technique fixes that make paddling easier and more efficient.

Step by step guide to replacing the backrest padding on a Delta Kayak with their contour seat system.

Find the right sea kayak for Puget Sound. We break down every Delta touring model — from the 12s to the 17 — to match your size and goals.

This guide covers what to wear for three Seattle-area paddling environments: Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands, and Lake Union.

Cold water protection is one of the most important decisions you make as a kayaker on Puget Sound. This guide goes over the pros and cons of wetsuits and drysuits for paddling.

Trying to decide between a rudder and a skeg? Learn how each affects control, tracking, and real-world paddling—and which one is right for you.

The NWOC staff's guide for how to choose the right sea kayaking paddle

Sweep strokes are how you turn a sea kayak efficiently. Learn the forward and reverse sweep so you can maneuver confidently in any conditions.

A helpful guide to bracing for sea kayakers

This guide covers what sea kayaking actually is, what you need to get started, and the skills that matter most in the beginning.