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Anfänger im kippstabilen VIK Faltkajak bei einer entspannten Tour.

Are kayaks tippy?

Tippy kayaks are a myth! Discover why stability is pure physics and how we developed the VIK series so that even beginners can glide across...

Constanze Lenau
Blick in das Cockpit eines VIK Faltkajaks mit systematisch verstauten Drybags für eine Tagestour.

Kayak Trip Packing Guide: How to Load Your Folding Kayak Correctly

Organisation is the foundation of efficient paddling. Learn how to balance your VIK perfectly, optimise the trim, and choose the essential gear for any day...

Constanze Lenau
Ein offenes VIK Faltkajak von oben, das die symmetrische Form und den geräumigen Innenraum für Gepäck zeigt.

Kayaking Safety: No Fear of Tipping Over

Forget wobbly eggshells! The VIK combines the stability of a canoe with the low seating position of a kayak. Discover how our design keeps you...

Constanze Lenau
Ein schwarzes VIK Faltboot gleitet durch durch das Wasser im Winter.

Winter Kayaking Tips: The Silent Magic of the Spreewald

Your VIK in Winter: Why honeycomb panels outperform PVC in the cold and how you can be ready for the water in 3 minutes. Discover...

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Blick in die Berliner Produktionshalle von CLR Outdoor, in der Faltkajaks in Handarbeit und mit Präzision gefertigt werden.

A "Made in Germany" Folding Kayak: Why Quality Matters.

Made in Germany Quality: More than just a label. Why local folding kayak manufacturing ensures true durability and better service. See how we build in...

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Direktvergleich zwischen dem 1-Personen Faltkajak VIK 3.8 PRO und dem 2-Personen Faltboot VIK 5.0 PRO.

Paddling Solo or Tandem? How to Find Your Perfect Folding Kayak Setup

Single or Tandem Folding Kayak: The Ultimate Guide. Enjoy solitude or prefer teamwork? We compare manoeuvrability, speed, and packed size to help you find the...

Constanze Lenau
Faltboot VIK gleitet durch Wasser in der Natur.

Train Travel with Folding Kayaks: The Freedom of Car-Free Paddling

  12 kg of freedom on the luggage rack: How to easily travel with your folding kayak on ICE trains and public transport. Discover the...

Constanze Lenau
Vergleich zwischen einem Faltkajak mit festem Rahmen und einem aufblasbaren Schlauchkajak im Wasser.

Folding vs Inflatable Kayaks: The Complete Buying Guide

Folding kayak or inflatable boat? We clarify the most important question for paddling beginners. Learn in this guide how to enjoy mobility without compromising performance,...

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