I came across this article about Windsor Castle Park in Virginia. After major renovations, one of it's cool new features is a state-of-the-art kayak ramp. The ramp is V shaped, has rollers on the bottom and sides, and handrails so that you can launch your kayak from the top of the ramp and gently roll right into the water without ever getting wet.
This new ramp will be great for disabled kayakers who have trouble getting down ramps or with launching from uneven shores. I am not sure how getting back up it works? It seems it might be a bit tougher, but with handrails, maybe you are able to pull yourself up? That shouldn't be too hard what with all the arm strength we have acquired from paddling. :D
I couldn't help but to look at this ramp and think of how fun it might be to ride down. I would add some more ups and downs, some twists, and maybe even a loopdy-loop... Ok, maybe I just need to get back to the ocean or take up whitewater. LOL
In all seriousness, I think this ramp is very cool and will help to make kayaking more accessable to all and for the sometimes lazy paddler (I'm only very rarely lazy :P), just easier and more enjoyable. I hope to see more of them in the future!
