Kayaking in Maine

[@gadgetman_nz4092]

That place looks like heaven!

[@AdventureOtaku]

Paddling heaven for me is Alaska. Maine is a close second.

[@Simon_W74]

The Kayak Shop LL Bean is nothing like what we have here in the UK, You could fit a good few of our Shops into that one Shop. As an Englishman I got Kayak Shop Envy. We don't have the same level of places that we can overnight in legally here either. Which is in some places getting better, but at a cost to say at, or they have removed places where people have camped overnight. Probably due to the mess that some think is fine to leave their rubbish lying around. We have plenty of Campsites but they tend to be more expensive, AS a Kid when we went camping you would never see a Campervan on a Campsite as they would pull up in nice places to stay and then move on. With the Increase in Numbers you now see a lot of Campervans and Motorhomes on Campsites which in away goes against what they were designed to do. Great Video once again.

[@AdventureOtaku]

Thanks @diggerbucket yeah that was a super nice shop, you don't normally see such selection of high end boats at a big store like that.. You normally have to go to a specialty store.

[@HaroldS162]

We were in Maine a couple of weeks ago. Paddled a little bit of the Maine Island Trail. Just beautiful! Maine is a paddler’s paradise.

[@AdventureOtaku]

And I am going to go back and hit a section of the Maine Island Trail.... Unless I can get to Nova Scotia!

[@HaroldS162]

Looking forward to the videos from that trip.

[@AdventureOtaku]

I’m looking forward to doing that trip!

[@sarachacon3705]

Hi! Mainer here! So there are lots of places in the mid coast to easily launch kayaks. I think it was def a lack of local knowledge. Also the abundance of boat launches is due to costal Maine being a working fishing community. People need to be able to get their boats in and out during off seasons for repairs or what not and put them back in to make a living. Though there is an abundant kayaking community, accessibility for kayaks is a second thought. Lobster rolls, way way over priced and ridiculously overrated. However. Moodys in Waldoboro is a must! My husband has been watching your videos avidly here as he’s wanting to get back into kayaking (hard to do in Ecuador) and he’s loving your channel. We hope you enjoyed Maine.

[@AdventureOtaku]

Well, I am headed back in less than a month (enroute to Nova Scotia) but I will check out Moody’s! thanks!

[@hrmacdonald4471]

Another interesting video. The LL Bean store is a real treasure! Thanks for sharing & stay safe!

[@AdventureOtaku]

Thanks for stopping by.

[@RobBrown2288]

This is a trip I want to do in the near future. Looking forward to more videos!!

[@AdventureOtaku]

its worth the travel. More videos coming, thanks for watching.

[@Trapster99]

Thanks for the Maine video. And yeah, that's Maine

[@AdventureOtaku]

Thanks for watching. I'll be back in Maine (fingers crossed) next summer.

[@kylekiberd2630]

I love your videos! i’m a New England resident. I plan on doing some of the Maine Island Trail when the weather warms up. I just got their guide book which is loaded with info including put in’s and camp sites. They also have an app with charts, check it out if you come back up here! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@AdventureOtaku]

There is another Maine video from 2024. I talk about the MITA and the app. Check it out. Thanks for watching.

[@Trapster99]

Did you do the Bar Harbor Island kayaking trail?

[@AdventureOtaku]

I didn't. I just did day paddles to get a feel for the state. I think I want to do a week on the Maine Island trail.

[@Trapster99]

@@AdventureOtaku I would like to do that too, fun camping on an island and following a trail designed for kayakers. Look out for fog. If you run a tour or just go out with a group, I might join ya.

[@AdventureOtaku]

My first multi day trip was down the Hudson River. The Hudson River Water trail. It looks like most of the campsites on that trail are gone however.

[@RichardM-pb7ih]

I enjoyed this video very much. We are new to Kayaking and plan to explore this area a lot...At the LL Bean Flagship store you showed a graphic saying most people are buying these....Not These and pointed to a Current Designs Kayak...What did you mean/ what do you think the reason is? I'm asking because I actually visited that store in July and purchased 2 of those specific Current Design Kayaks, which I feel are the most perfect boats I could have found for me and my wife and the paddling we intend to do

[@AdventureOtaku]

Yes, I was walking past a row of recreational kayaks (what most people buy) and then pointing towards a mere 3 touring/sea kayaks (what fewer people buy.) The vast majority of new paddlers today buy rec kayaks or fishing kayaks, and I did a video a week ago called “the sea kayak problem” which you should check out. You bought great boats, super excited for you. And jealous you live close to such epic paddling.

[@RichardM-pb7ih]

@@AdventureOtaku Thanks for the reply. You're videos are great and super informative! We are loving our new boats and can't wait to explore more areas....Happy Paddling

[@davidkrueger3152]

Been watching you paddle for sometime and appreciate all the post. I live in MD and paddle the Chesapeake bay a lot. I’m looking to move to Maine just for the kayaking! So happy you made a serious and informative post on kayaking M. My Focus is to move to the town of Eastport and kayak. But kayaking coastal Maine is not easy paddle like the bay. Questions > 1# is that where you were kayaking - near Eastport? Cus you said the most east you can get. 2# why no drysuit? Sea Temps 55degrees? 3# why didn’t you talk about the Maine Island trail- I hope next weeks video is all about that! If you are ever down in Maryland and want to kayak the Bay - reach out.

[@AdventureOtaku]

Hey, thanks for stopping by, in reverse order. #3, I didn’t do anything specific about the Maine Island trail. That’ll be my next trip up there. Probably spring. #2 No drysuit because the conditions were so bloody benign. I knew I wasn’t going to be on the water very long… it’s a judgement call. #1 VERY close to Eastport. Cobscook Bay. Amazing paddling, you will love it. Watch the tides/currents.

[@davidkrueger3152]

Thanks!

[@bobrein8093]

Brett, what GPS are you testing and what is your assessment?

[@AdventureOtaku]

Ah, you gotta wait a week!

[@DogDaysofSummit]

I bet there were so many spiders in those backyard kayaks. 😟 Also, don't shush your puppy! 😂

[@AdventureOtaku]

Sometimes she needs to be shushed. You really need to meet Eloise.

[@kevincasey2947]

Super curious about your opinion on wildland kayak camping in Maine? By wildland I mean bushcraft camping off the beaten kayak path, not in specifically designated kayak camp spots but more hidden, low impact bushcrafty type places you can find for yourself someplace. Do you have a feel for the relative level of cultural acceptance for that kind of thing with your kayak travels in Maine? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this please? Thanks!😁

[@AdventureOtaku]

Sorry, I don't have a real feel for it having only paddled there a few times. In general I am okay (super common in Alaska) with it as long as you are out of sight and follow LNT..But as to specifics for Maine, I can't say.

[@kevincasey2947]

@@AdventureOtaku OOS & LNT are a given of course, that's the whole purpose of it. I've been all over SE Alaska so I absolutely get it. I super trust your opinion. If you would be willing to explore this a theme in the back of your mind as you kayak travel and possibly converse with others about coastal exploration around Maine and offer an honest assessment of your thoughts on the topic, I'd greatly appreciate it! Sincerely, Kevin

[@AdventureOtaku]

Not a problem Kevin. I do plan on heading up there a bunch now that I am closer to it. I'll let you know what i find.

[@solofiddle]

Nice

[@AdventureOtaku]

Thanks for watching!

[@EveyoneCallsMeTheDude]

Now and again I consider swapping out my boat.. but I don’t think I ever will.. it’s the “Range Rover of Kayaks” and with what I do I can’t imagine anything that could do it better. Maybe weigh half as much.. lol but doing better? Don’t know

[@AdventureOtaku]

what boat do you have?

[@EveyoneCallsMeTheDude]

@@AdventureOtaku I’ve got a Prijon Yukon Expedition. It’s Roto mounded and heavy as all hell but it’s a tank

[@AdventureOtaku]

Oh I know that boat, a buddy of mine had one. LOAD MONSTER…. But indestructible.

[@EveyoneCallsMeTheDude]

@@AdventureOtaku agreed… I can load it on my van alone if I have to but I try not to lol