The euphoria surrounding the Olympics in the UK boosted the profiles of many sports, and sailing was no different. Throughout the build-up, and during the Games themselves, the government and sporting figures alike spoke of building a legacy for the future of sport in Britain. However, some of these legacies are more difficult to see than […]
Canoeing and Kayaking are fairly accessible sports for beginners. The boats themselves are the simplest of vessels – they consist of a lightweight symmetrical hull, pointed at both ends, with an open space for the crew. There are no sails to master, engines to operate or rudders to steer. You simply need to get in […]
I’m quietly confident that as a loyal and knowledgeable reader of The Boating Hub’s blog you’ll already know the difference between a canoe and a kayak, and that when most people talk about canoes, they’re really talking about a kayak. But if you’re in the market to buy a new kayak, what factors should you […]
The London 2012 Olympics have certainly helped increase the exposure of sailing in the UK, with Ben Ainslie‘s astonishing achievement really helping to inspire a whole new generation. As an island nation the UK has always enjoyed its boating and sailing heritage, but there’s one thing it hasn’t always enjoyed… until now. Because the one […]