[header] How to buy a kayak [title] Inform yourself about kayak types. [step] There are five main types of kayaks: recreation, touring, whitewater, and downriver models. Each of these are designed to provide comfort and maneuverability suited for specific waters and purposes. 
Some differences between the types are as follows : [substeps] Recreational kayaks are non-specialized kayaks used for fun. These tend to be the cheapest kayaks.