Touring and recreational kayaks are excellent choices for people who love water. Touring kayaks are popular for sea kayaking usage since they are built for long distance travel. These kayaks tend to be long and narrow giving better speed and tracking in flat water. Recreational kayaks are usually wider and shorter than touring kayaks, but longer than whitewater boats. They are usually very stabile, family friendly kayaks, that are also a great option for fishermen.
Touring and Recreational Paddles are longer than whitewater paddles. The paddle blades are smaller to allow for ease of a continuous stroke over a longer period of time.