Kayak VR (though I prefer the real thing)

Paddlers' Place
#1

‘Phantom Covert Ops is VR Splinter Cell in a kayak’
https://www.engadget.com/2019/06/14/phantom-covert-ops-vr-kayak-e3-hands-on/

Not a VR’er, don’t expect to be, but this sounds interesting.
I’d like to hear a review from a paddler, after it comes out.

This sort of thing sounds like a neat idea to use on indoor exercise machines.
Back in the day (when living in a cold environment), I would have loved to have something like this for those long winter hours spent indoors on the rowing erg and nordtrack

#2

Although kayak infiltrations of troops were tried in special ops it is not as useful as inflatable raft use.

I could see kayak video of team /individual racing, white water, or gentle waves to be more motivation during paddling sessions on the machine.

#3

Regarding virtual kayaking, KayakPro ergs have optional software that allows you to hookup the machine to your pc/TV so you can compete against other people real-time or yourself (previous times), or computer generated paddlers, for a variety of “locations” with attractive scenery.

It’s a fun diversion, but I rarely hook it up, and usually use the erg alone. Long erg sessions can be boring but on the flip side I find it a great time to practice meditation ( I focus on breath) while I train. Comes in handy on very long days and crossings when you have a long way to go and your (over-active) mind starts to get restless.

Greg