Stacked Adventures

A friend recommended Stacked Adventures to me once I got a house on the water, and was eager to get a boat out from my new dock. I picked up two really inexpensive kayaks for me and my nine-​year-​old daughter to use. I had kayaked a few times on lakes, but never in moving current. My daughter, on the other hand, had never been on a kayak, a canoe, or anything of the sort!
I scheduled our first session, and Joe, the owner, joined my daughter in one of his tandem kayaks, while I cruised alongside in my single. He taught her the basic strokes, gave me some useful pointers on my stroke style, and talked about safety and other general info on things to be aware of while kayaking. It was a 90 minute session, but the way that he taught and the route that he chose made it feel like a nice, leisurely boat ride! My daughter was instantly comfortable with him, and with being in the water, even though she’s not super-​skilled at swimming. It was a total success, and made me even more eager to schedule for my girl to get into her solo kayak near our home.
Yesterday, we did that solo kayak session for my daughter, and she was so open to Joe’s instruction that she really got the hang of controlling her boat within the first half hour. I was so nervous for her, but she made me SO proud with how easily she adapted to the balancing, steering, and reacting to the tidal pull. I think we’ll be out on the water again this week, thanks to Stacked Adventures!
I’m also really interested in the group kayaking tours he runs. He’s a great, really genuine guide, has tons and tons of knowledge, as well as reasonable prices! I highly recommend Stacked Adventures for both adults and kids to tighten up their paddling skills!

A friend introduced me to Stacked & I took a big risk planning my husband’s Bday festivities around a kayaking outing– just praying that all the details would come together.
Ultimately everyone had a GREAT time– gear was in great condition, guides were super friendly, lunch stop reservation was handled by Stacked– definitely would be happy to go on another Stacked Adventure!

Joe and his team at Stacked Adventures are total pros — enthusiastic, organized and responsive. We had a boisterous 12-​year-​old girl co-​birthday in San Francisco’s McCovey Cove and environs, and it was a total success — just the right balance of safety, adventure, effort, natural beauty, urban interest and everything that makes a birthday memorable. Everything happened on schedule, no fuss, no problems — just a well-​planned paddle, snack break and exciting return trip on a rising tide. Wonderful, authoritative, fun and great with the kids. Highly recommend.

Bumped into Stacked Adventures a couple of weekends ago at the end of one of their trips as a small group of smiling kayakers were unloadingat the Grand Marina boat ramp. I was very interested to see that they had a guide, Joe Stack.
I am just getting back into kayaking and have been trying to find a way to get back on the water with other people. Joe was very easy to talk with. When I told him that I was having difficulty figuring out how to get my kayak on an off my car without assistance, he offered to come by my place. He was incredibly patient and came up with some great solutions. and didn’t charge me a fee.
My immediate impression is that Stacked Adventures really is about helping people experience the outdoors in a safe and affordable environment. Joe put me in touch with a local MeetUp kayaking group. Stacked fees seem very reasonable and I hope to take part in one of their future Day Outings… hm, «Kayak Crabbing», «Kayak and Dine», or maybe «Kayaking for Fitness»?

I enjoy kayaking but have limited experience and don’t own the gear, so I’m thrilled to have discovered Stacked Adventures. I’ve rented kayaking gear from Stacked Adventures four times so far and will continue to do so. Thus far, I’ve joined them for a small group kayaking tour and several other group kayaking outings.
First of all, they provide mobile services for kayaking (as well as camping and backpacking). It’s great to just show up at the designated waterfront location, close to my house, and the kayak and gear is delivered right to me.
Second the rental prices are the best that I’ve come across for great quality gear; Stacked Adventures is extremely affordable. Each time I’ve rented I’ve also had the chance to try different types of kayaks with varying rudder systems or a skeg. As a result I’ve become extremely comfortable with a range of kayaks from a fast, high-​end kayak to a touring kayak.
And finally, Stacked Adventures is a great outfit primarily because the owner Joe Stack makes the entire kayaking experience easy, fun and safe. Joe is professional, personable and an expert in outdoor recreation with several professional certifications. It’s great to be in the ocean with someone who knows the waters and is excellent at assessing challenges caused by the tide, wind and individual skill level.
On a recent small group kayaking outing with Stacked Adventures, I accidentally steered my boat too close to the rocky shore. Joe quickly paddled between me and the treacherous rocks just as a wave smashed me into the shoreline. In essence, Joe saved me from a dangerous and painful encounter with the rocks by acting as a physical buffer. He allowed the waves to smash him into the rocks thus enabling me to correct my course and paddle away unscathed. In my book that’s far above and beyond what I’d expect from the business owner who rents me kayaks! I highly recommend Stacked Adventures and look forward to trying out their concierge camping services for a customized kayaking/​camping adventure with friends.

Had a fantastic time Kayaking from Alameda to Oakland (lunch at Brotzeit Lokal)! Joe was a terrific guide, and as someone who has only kayaked 2 other times, and the last trip was 3 years ago, I felt very comfortable with his guiding us! He knows the area, lots of info about the best time of day to go (wind picks up in the afternoon), etc… Highly recommend!

We took a kayaking trip with Joe Stack and it was a great time! We cruised around the estuary from Alameda to Oakland and had lunch at Quinns Lighthouse. Joe is very knowledgeable about kayaking, is a really nice guy, and has great equipment. He also has a lot of local knowledge about where we kayak and is a great guide. His prices are very reasonable for what you get.

Me and my son took a kayaking trip with Joe for 3+ hours, We cruised around the estuary and around the Coast Guard island, Joe also took few photos for us from time to time. wonderful trip. we both enjoy it very much. Nice guys, good and clean equipments.
His fees are lower than many other out there, and he is local.
He also organize kids /​family kayaking tour, and Night Kayaking.
Me and my son are looking forward to join his other kayaking trips.