Kayaking and Canoeing Equipment
DSUSA - Challenge Magazine Spring 2002
http://www.dsusa.org/ChallMagarchive/challmag-article-summer02-paddlesports.html
At the bottom of this article they talk about kayak modifications
Ideas On How To Adapt
http://howtoadapt.com/Kayaking/Kayaking.shtml
Kayaking / Canoeing - Infinitec.org
Kayaks and related equipment now are available with various modifications, depending on individual need. No specific guidelines exist for boating with a disability because everyone is unique.
http://www.infinitec.org/play/water/boating.htm
My Adaptive Paddling Aids
My Adaptive Paddling Fixture incorporates a straight Ash wood boom. One end of the boom is firmly attached to the front deck at the appropriate angle.....
http://www.disabledadventurers.com/
Neptune Product Development - Side-By-Side Rigging System
Using this side-by-side stabilizer is a great safe way to see the shoreline without fear of capsizing and hypothermia. Mounts on all sit-in kayaks and most sit-on tops.
http://www.neptuneinventions.com/servlet/the-2/stabilizer-kayaks-stows-pull/Detail
PADDLING:
A Guide to Getting Started
So, you've seen some folks kayaking on the local lakes and rivers; you've read a few articles or saw kayaking and canoeing on TV and now you're interested in giving it a try. Wonderful! Here are a few suggestions on how to get started with little effort and no investment.
http://canyonsandcoastlines.com/index.php?page=getting-started
ProPel - Kayak and Canoe Paddles
Our paddles can be used by a wide range of people including amputees and individuals with: upper limb difference, various injuries and/or immobility due to stroke....
http://www.propelpaddles.com
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