Bellyak Laydown Kayaks allow you to find a sweet spot between paddling and swimming. With it, you will reconnect with water, get an awesome workout, and will not want to go back to shore ever again.
This laying down type of paddling is called prone paddling. It is a bit similar to paddling while laying on a surfboard, true. But there are some key differences that make these kayaks stand out.
As you should have noticed these kayaks are ergonomically shaped to support your body.
If you’re worried about this type of paddling putting a strain on your neck, don’t. It prone paddling it’s recommended to keep your neck relaxed and close to the board.
To gain more speed during prone paddling, you can get a set of webbed gloves. Take a page out of an athletic frog’s book and start paddling. You’ll go a lot faster with these on.
The kayaks can also appeal to whitewater rafters since they can withstand whitewater up to Class III+. But if surfing is more up your lane, this laying down kayak can help you stay in shape when there are no waves to catch.