Is a pedal kayak faster than a paddle kayak?
Pedal kayaks move faster than their paddle-only counterparts. This speed advantage means you can cover more ground (or rather, water) during your tour, allowing you to see and experience more of the natural beauty around you. The average speed of a regular pedal kayaker is approximately 18 Kilometres per hour. A regular kayaker’s speed will be significantly lower, about 3 kilometres per hour.
What are the disadvantages of a kayak?
Cons of Kayaking Physical Demand: Extended periods of paddling can be tiring, and those with limited upper body strength or stamina may find it challenging. Potential for Danger: Like any water sport, kayaking comes with risks such as capsizing, particularly in rough waters or when not properly trained. Wrist, shoulder, and elbow tendonitis are the most likely kayaking injuries, as these joints and the ligaments that surround them are the ones most in use. Usually, tendonitis happens because of repetitive strain and such injuries are usually more common toward the end of a paddling season.