There are many advantages to pedal boats for both the leisure kayakers and sports fanatics. These kinds of boats are somewhat similar to old-fashioned kayaks in shape and design, except for one thing. A paddle is not used to power these boats; they are powered by a propeller that is power-driven by…

Introduction – About Pedal Drives for Kayak Propulsion Broad Perspective Pedal propulsion for small watercraft has been in use since the 19th century, and it’s still commonly found in small recreational boats, often in a combination of rotating pedals with paddle wheel type propellers. Other types…