Girl With A Kayak

Kayaks are also classified by their design and the materials from which they are made. Each design has its specific advantage, including performance, manoeuvrability, stability, and paddling style. Kayaks can be made of metal, fibreglass, wood, plastic, fabrics, and inflatable fabrics such as PVC or rubber. Each material also has its specific advantage, including strength, durability, portability, flexibility, resistance to UV, and storage requirements. For example, Wooden kayaks can be created from kits or built by hand, but they are heavy to transport. Inflatable kayaks, made from lightweight fabric, can be dried, deflated, and stored.
When kayaks are built by hand, it is common to use software systems to aid the craftsman to ensure proper buoyancy and displacement.