1.A narrow, streamlined watercraft designed for single or double paddlers.
2.Typically covered on top with an open cockpit (or fully enclosed for sea/whitewater models).
3.Propelled by a double-bladed paddle, with paddlers sitting in a low position.
4.Constructed from lightweight materials like plastic, fiberglass, or inflatable PVC.
5.Highly maneuverable, suitable for calm lakes, rivers, whitewater rapids, or coastal seas.
6.Features a skeg or rudder for improved tracking and directional control in open water.