Today's Stories
-
Rafa Ortiz Drops Waterfall On Fire
Rafa Ortiz continues to come up with creative ideas, pushing the limits of whitewater kayaking. This time we find him in Mexico dropping a 50-foot waterfall completely on fire. For this shot he paired up with GoPro and RYOT for the best viewing experience.… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamThe Canadian Canoe Museum welcomes Robin Binèsi Cavanagh as Director of Indigenous Peoples’ Collaborative RelationsThe Canadian Canoe Museum Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Robin Binèsi Cavanagh, a member of Sagamok First Nation, to the new role of Director of Indigenous Peoples’ Collaborative Relations. As planning for its new 85,000… -
Boat Review: The Huron by Esquif
It's hard to focus with the Hurons nestled up against the shore outside my office window.The new series from Esquif Canoes features a 15- and 16-foot duo ideal for the sheltered waters beside Paddling Magazine’s cottage-turned-office headquarters. Esquif has… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamJackson Announces New VP of SalesEric Jackson is excited for a taste of a “different flavor” of sales management at Jackson Kayak. After over a decade of service, including years of volunteer work pushing the Jackson brand as it attempted to gain traction in the paddlesports industry,… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamYETI Appoints Melisa Goldie as Chief Marketing OfficerAustin, Texas (January 7, 2019) — YETI Holdings, Inc., today announced the appointment of Melisa Goldie to the newly created role of Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately. Ms. Goldie will report to Matt Reintjes, President and Chief Executive Officer… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamWerner Paddles & Kialoa are “Together on the Water”Monroe, WA — Effective Jan. 1, 2019 Werner and Kialoa are “Together on the Water.” After a phone call and subsequent visits this past summer, Meg and Dave Chun, owners of Kialoa, and Bruce Furrer, President of Werner Paddles, agreed that a partnership between… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamS2O Design Completes New Eagle River Whitewater ParkLYONS, COLO. (January 3, 2019) – Colorado rafters, kayakers and standup paddleboarders will have a great new playpark to surf this spring when the new Eagle River Park opens in the town of Eagle. S2O Design, the world’s premier river engineering and… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamBIC Sport North America Becomes Tahe Outdoors North AmericaOn January 2nd the acquisition of BIC Sport North America by Tahe Outdoor Group has been completed, and the new company operating in North America will be known as Tahe Outdoors North America. Operations will continue from West Wareham, Massachusetts under… -
First Look: Jonny Boats Bass 100
Feelfree US, LLC in conjunction with Joy Sports Co. Ltd, announced the introduction of Jonny Boats featuring the Bass 100, a customizable motor or human powered personal boat designed for outdoor recreational use. The Bass 100 borrows from the classic “Jon”… -
Ash Paddle Crisis
The venerable ash canoe paddle is facing extinction. Due to the devastating effects of the emerald ash borer beetle on North America’s ash trees, paddle manufacturers may soon have to find a new favorite wood from which to manufacture paddles. The emerald ash… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamLevel Six Title Sponsor For King of the AlpsWe are super excited to announce we are the title sponsor of Europe's premier whitewater festival: King of The Alps. Located in Merano in the Passeiertal Valley in Italy this beautiful area offers an abundance of outdoor opportunities and is especially known… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamGilman Grips Are Now Available For Composite OarsGilman Grips oar handles are poised to disrupt the oar industry with the world's first high-performance ergonomic oar grips for rowing drift boats and dories, rafts and crafts. Whether you row for dough or for show these grips are worth a closer look. For… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamThree Standup Guys Present $15,000 Check to Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical SocietyOn the 43rd anniversary of the sinking of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, three men, Joe Lorenz, Kwin Morris and Jeff Guy, presented a check for $15,000 to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society. The presentation was held Saturday, November 10th at the… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamPyranha US Welcomes Epic KayaksEpic Kayaks Inc. will be moving its USA Headquarters and East Coast Warehousing to join Pyranha Kayaks at its new Erwin, Tennessee location on the banks of the beautiful Nolichucky River. Epic’s move will benefit the majority of their dealers with a more… -
PADDLINGBUSINESS streamOutdoor Retailer Shifts To Three-Day ShowOutdoor Retailer, the largest U.S. tradeshow and premier business event for the outdoor industry, announced today that all three shows in 2019 will now span three days. Dates for Summer Market in June and Winter Market in November will be adjusted, and… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamWhy Better Really Matters For Paddlesports Retailers And ManufacturersQuietly, over the last 20 years, innovation and advancement in paddlesports has become dramatically more efficient and effective. There are several factors at work, including computer-aided designs allowing smaller teams to work faster through digital… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamPaddlesports Retailer 2019 Show InfoPaddlesports Retailer, the official national trade show of the paddlesports industry, opened registration via email for returning exhibitors on Monday, January 28, offering booth preference priority for exhibitors in the hall and at Demo Day in the order… -
PADDLINGBUSINESSstreamTahe Outdoors and BIC Sport Join Forces To Become The Leader In The Watersports MarketBIC Group has received an offer from Tahe Outdoors to purchase its subsidiary BIC Sport. The transaction is expected to be finalized by December 31st 2018 and is consistent with BIC’s strategy to focus on its core activities (of stationery, lighters, and… -
2019 Extreme Kayak Fishing Sailfish Smackdown Results
The Extreme Kayak Fishing Sailfish Smackdown kicked off at Brus Room in Pompano Beach Friday night January 11th. Some of the best kayak anglers from around the country came to register for the tournament and take part in the huge raffle, which benefits the… -
One Of Raf Vargas's Longest Fights From A Kayak
Sailfish, bonitos and tunas were camera shy but this Almaco Amber Jack was hooked in very deep water on the first drop. One of the longest fights I have ever had from the yak. Jigging with 500-700 gram jigs helps me fight strong deep currents while reaching… -
5 Of The Best Camp Coffee Gifts for Paddlers
Life is about priorities. And by priorities we mean paddling and coffee. We hope these products mocha you very happy. But you should know, this article is reader supported, which means if you buy something through the links, we may earn an affiliate… -
Portaging To Everest Base Camp
Tom Shellenberg and Kyle Roberts are two brothers originally from Ontario who have started a unique non-profit organization called The Weight We Carry. Their mission is to carry canoes to the most unlikely places on Earth, in support of mental health… -
Video: Around Algonquin Park In 10 Days
Rapid Media’s Digital Content and Social Media Manager, Alex Traynor, set out with tripping partner Noah Booth to complete Algonquin Park’s Meanest Link trip in a mere 10 days. The Meanest Link route was created in memory of Bill Swift Sr., one of the… -
Video: Five Blind Veterans Paddle The Grand Canyon
In September 2018, a team of five blind veterans kayaked the Grand Canyon. The expedition was a partnership between Google and Team River Runner, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing veterans and their families an opportunity to find health,… -
Hooked On Wild Waters | Kayak Fishing for Ozarks Bronzebacks | Season 4 Episode 6
Drew is joined by FLW Fishing's National Youth Director, Scott Ellison, in the beautiful Missouri Ozarks, where hard fighting smallmouth bass thrive! The scenery on the Gasconade River in Pulaski County, MO, is unlike any other. As a new kayak angler, Scott… -
Hooked On Wild Waters | River Bassin' Youth On The Hooch | Season 4 Episode 5
In one of the most unique episodes, Drew finds himself at the Southeastern Youth Kayak Fishing Championship, where he gets a chance to share his passion with wild waters with the next generation. He joins the kids on the river and at the awards ceremony where… -
Halloween for Paddlers: 10 Photos That Prove You've Been Doing It All Wrong
Kaydi Creeps It Real Trick or treat yo' self. Photo: Kaydi Pyette Ghouls just want to have fun. Photo: Courtesy of Kaydi Pyette The Classic Grumman Canoe Photo: Michael Hewis Algonquin Park - Mew Lake Halloween Photo: Preston Ciere Canoe Eyes Photo: Unknown… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamANGLR Hits The Mark With Innovative New Bullseye Fishing TrackerANGLR, a tech company making waves in the fishing industry, announced today its innovative new fishing trip tracking system using Bullseye. A Bluetooth-enabled button that can be affixed to a boat or person, Bullseye allows users to effortlessly record… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamOld Town Extends Industry Best Warranty On Award Winning PDL Pedal DriveOld Town has expanded their warranty on the award-winning Pedal drive to an industry leading 5 years. The PDL pedal drive is the most advanced and reliable kayak pedal-propulsion technology on the market, built with Old Town’s expertise and over 120 years of… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamWhat You Need To Know As A New Or Experienced RetailerOLD WISDOM Choose Your Battlefield Southwind Kayaks is in the heart of Southern California SUP country, but after a brief flirtation with standup, owner Mike Ong chose to renew his focus on kayak touring and fishing. “It’s a matter of knowing your market,”… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamOwner Of River And Trail On The One Big Leap Behind His SuccessHOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN THE PADDLESPORTS RETAIL BUSINESS? Six years this September. I’d been a rowing coach and ran the watersports nonprofit, Genessee Waterways Center in New York, but my wife—girlfriend at the time—couldn’t work in the States, so I went… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamCanadian Canoe Museum Welcomes Scott MacGregor To National CouncilThe Canadian Canoe Museum has made Rapid Media Founder and Publisher Scott MacGregor a member of it’s new National Council. Membership in this prestigious group will demonstrate in new and visible ways the breadth, diversity and profile of leaders who support… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamPaddlesports Leaders On The Looming Trade War, Box-Store Kayaks And The Shifting Tradeshow LandscapeNAME ONE THING YOU LEARNED ABOUT RETAIL PADDLESPORTS AT THE START OF YOUR CAREER THAT HOLDS TRUE TODAY? Relationships—with customers, suppliers and staff—are key. —Bruce Lessels, ZOAR Outdoor Probably it’s best not to buy a kayak shop before you have done one… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamWhat's Up With SUP?SIXTEEN YEARS ago, Laird Hamilton surfed Malibu with an American flag streaming from an overlong canoe paddle. It was September 11, 2002—a year after the Twin Towers came down—and the image spread like wildfire, introducing a brand-new sport to the world.… -
Paddling With Kids | Top 5 Tips For Paddling With Kids
In this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting offers his top five tips for paddling with children, including picking a place to paddle, the importance of making time to explore and wearing lifejackets. -
Paddling With Kids | Tips For Paddling With Small Children
In this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting explains how to paddle with small children in canoes, kayaks and stand up paddleboards, and offers some tips on making it safe and fun for everyone. -
Paddling With Kids | Tips For Standup Paddleboarding
Falling into the water while paddling a stand up paddleboard is inevitable, so it begs the question: when can kids start stand up paddleboarding? In this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting offers some tips on hitting the water with your kids, either… -
Paddling With Kids | Tips For Canoeing With Kids
Canoes are one of the best ways to get kids active in the outdoors, so in this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting offers some tips for canoeing with kids to keep your trips fun and safe. -
ENTER TO WIN: NRS Ultimate Fishing Giveaway
Kayak Angler and NRS have teamed up to give away this ultimate kayak fishing gear package. One lucky winner will receive the following package (an estimated value of $1235): NRS Pike Inflatable Fishing Kayak NRS Ripple Kayak Paddle NRS Chinook PFD Complete… -
Paddling With Kids | Tips For Kayaking With Kids
Kayaking can be a great activity to do with kids, and in this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting offers some tips for kayaking with your little ones to help make your trip memorable—for the right reasons. -
Paddling With Kids | When Can Kids Start Kayaking?
You want to get your kids on the water but don't know when the appropriate time is. In this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting explains when and how to get your kids into kayaking, either on their own or in a tandem kayak. -
Paddling With Kids | When Can Kids Start Stand Up Paddling?
When can kids start stand up paddleboarding? With the appropriate safety gear and a calm body of water, kids can start stand up paddling at almost any age, as Ken Whiting explains in this episode of Paddling with Kids. -
Call for Film Entries
For 13 years the PADDLING FILM FESTIVAL has been touring the very best films from around the globe showcasing the passion, action, adventure and paddling lifestyle. We are currently collecting new paddling films for the 2019 Paddling Film Festival World Tour.… -
Paddling With Kids | What Age Can Kids Start Paddling?
Want to take your little one canoeing, but aren't sure what age kids can start paddling with you? In this episode of our Paddling with Kids series, Ken Whiting explains the things you need to consider when bringing your child in a canoe for the first time. -
The Step-By-Step Guide To Really Pissing Off Kevin Callan
The release of my book, The Happy Camper: The Essential Guide to Life Outdoors back in 2005 is what probably kicked it all off. Now my Facebook handle is @thehappycamper. My YouTube channel is KCHappyCamper. I’m introduced at public speaking engagements as… -
Paddling With Kids | Does The PFD Fit?
Does your child's PFD fit properly? And if not, do you know what to look for in a proper fit? In this episode of Paddling with Kids, Ken Whiting explains the key features to look for when purchasing a lifejacket for your child. -
Paddling With Kids | Do Kids Need To Wear A PFD?
Your child is a great swimmer and doesn't need a lifejacket when swimming, so do they need to wear a PFD when they paddle with you? In this episode of our new Paddling with Kids series, Ken Whiting explains why your child should always wear a PFD when you hit… -
KAYAK GIVEAWAY: Win an Award-Winning Kayak Kit from Pygmy Boats
Paddling Magazine has teamed up with Pygmy Boats to give away one of their precision, pre-cut stitch and glue wooden kayak kits. Complete the form below to enter. Don't forget to share to earn extra entries. // -
Hooked On Wild Waters | Multi Species on the Middle Hooch | Season 4 Episode 4
Drew finds himself on one of the most species rich river systems in the US - The Chattahoochee River. Aside from catching so many species, he learns more about the spillway type dams that are on this river, and so many across the country. His good friend… -
Hooked On Wild Waters | Small Bartrams, Big Adventure | Season 4 Episode 3
Drew's passion for adventure and for some of the rarer fish species is on full display in this Chattooga River adventure! He learns so much more about this rare black bass, the Bartrams, that is currently under research and eventually review to become a… -
New World Record Leather Bass Caught In A Fishing Kayak
Angler Ricci Chavez caught this potential All-Tackle world record leather bass (Dermatolepis dermatolepis) on August 12, 2018 while fishing out of Los Buzos Panama Kayak Fishing Lodge. Weighing in at 12.78 kilograms (28 pounds, 2 ounces), Chavez's catch is… -
How To Quit Your Job And Become A Leading Kayak Retailer
How long have you been in the kayak business? It’s been three years this July. I did it on a whim as a sideline to an auto repair business I’d been running for 36 years. It did so well within three months I opened a second store. I don’t turn wrenches… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamHow Crowdfunding, CAD And 3D Printing Are Making Small Scale Production More Viable Than EverFor years, Pyranha’s U.S.-based design team dreamed of making a longer, faster version of the company’s speedy 9R creek boat.They live and paddle in the American southeast, where Green Race bragging rights are the coin of the kayaking realm. But back in… -
PADDLING BUSINESSstreamHow Paddlesports Manufacturers And Specialty Stores Compete With Box StoresBy now you’ve probably seen Perception’s Yak-Off video. The viral advertisement pokes fun at low-cost kayaks in faux-confessional style. Actors urge viewers not to get “yakked-off ” by cheap box store kayaks. You’ve seen it because just about everyone in the… -
The Grey Duck Group Launches Revolutionary New Touring Board
Minneapolis, MN – The Grey Duck Group has announced the launch of the Quetico14, a revolutionary new touring SUP. The patent pending Quetico14, which comes standard with the Greyduck Portage System, is an industry first transport system that allows a paddle… -
Oru's First Tandem Kayak, the Haven – Available Now On Indiegogo
The Haven is the first ever origami inspired two-person kayak (that can quickly and easily convert to single-person occupancy). Starting today, the Haven is available for a limited time pre-order on Indiegogo at $400 below MSRP! Oru’s largest kayak design… -
Alex Martin Completes First Solo Circumnavigation of Lake Winnipeg in Record Time
Eighteen-year-old GEARLAB athlete Alex Martin finished his Lake Winnipeg sea kayaking journey without a hitch and ahead of schedule. Martin embarked on a first-of-its-kind solo expedition to circumnavigate Lake Winnipeg on June 27. The goal during the… -
Wilderness Systems Announces Presenting Sponsorship of 2018 Ride the Bull Kayak Tournament
Wilderness Systems is proud to announce its presenting sponsorship of the 2018 Ride the Bull Kayak Rodeo, a live catch and release bull red tournament based in Grand Isle, Louisiana taking place on August 24-25, 2018. This year’s Ride the Bull event marks its… -
Hooked On Wild Waters | King Congaree | Season 4 Episode 2
A mighty, and unique, river system flows through the heart of South Carolina. With so many different ecosystems and fish to be caught, it is definitely one of the wildest in the country. Drew finds himself catching the smallmouth bass that were actually put… -
ENTER TO WIN: Werner Camano or Shuna Abyss Kayak Paddle
Paddling Magazine and Werner are teaming up for another gear giveaway. Simply enter your name and email address for your chance to win an Werner Camano or Shuna Abyss kayak paddle. // -
ENTER TO WIN: Werner Kayak Fishing Paddle Giveaway
Want to win the paddle that won Best Paddle in the Paddling Magazine Product and Industry Awards? We've teamed up with Werner to give one lucky reader a Camano (winner) or Shuna kayak fishing paddle with their Hooked Adjustable ferrule system. Complete the… -
Hooked On Wild Waters | Wild Water Hazards | Season 4 Episode 1
Wild can be described in many ways; on this episode Drew shares a new type of wild, right in the heart of a metropolis! He's joined by Bassmaster Elite Series pro, Chris Lane, at the Shingle Creek Golf Course and Resort, where birdies and bass are on their… -
ENTER TO WIN: Onyx Paddling Safety Gear Giveaway
Paddling Magazine and Onyx are teaming up for another gear giveaway! Simply enter your name and email address for your chance to win an Onyx Paddling Safety Package including Onyx M-16 Belt Pack Manual Inflatable Lifejackets (PFDs) and Foam Boat Cusions in… -
Raf Vargas Offshore Kayak Jigging In Guam
Raf Vargas took a few days off during his busy summer to put some new slime on his Hobie Pro Angler fishing kayak. Despite losing a few, he hooked into some great fish and had a blast on the water. "When I came to the island in 2015, kayak fishing was in it's… -
Otterbox Yampa Bags Go Anywhere and Look Great
The folks at Otterbox have been busy expanding their line to include cool new products for outdoors. Our favorite is the Yampa line of water proof dry duffels. These bags look great in the airport or hotel lobby and perform great on the whitewater raft or… -
CreekKooler Carries Your Catch and Your Lunch
Onboard coolers take up space and add weight. CreekKooler has introduced a watertight, floating cooler shaped like a mini-kayak that will securely carry food, drink or fish anywhere you float. At Paddlesports Retailer, owner Steve Cherry showed off the… -
Stohlquist Waterwear Betsea Lifevest is Comfy and Cool
In some cases, less is more. When it comes to lifevests, a lower-profile and lighter model will often be more comfortable and easier to wear. At Paddlesports Retailer 2018, Stohlquist Waterwear’s Ryan Lightbody introduced us to the Betsea PFD with a great fit… -
New: Wenonah's Wee Lassie and Current Designs' Heavy Water Layup
Wenonah’s shorter, lighter Wee Lassie 10’6" won the Best Canoe award at the Paddling Magazine New Product & Industry Awards at Paddlesports Retailer 2018 in Oklahoma City. The all-new design draws from the easy paddling and enjoyable shape of the larger,… -
Stellar Kayaks Debuts First-Ever Canoe
Stellar Kayaks showcased the all-new 11.5-foot canoe called the Dragonfly, at Paddlesports Retailer 2018 in Oklahoma City. Rep Ben Lawry took the Paddling Magazine team on a tour of the new 28-inch-wide packboat, pointing out how suited this design is to pond… -
Ultimate Bushcraft Pack
Frost River's Isle Royale waxed-canvas backpack is a thing of beauty—and it just got better. The Isle Royale is one of Frost River's best-sellers and is popular with bushcraft enthusiasts, trad aficionados and fashion-forward urbanites. For the 2019 season,… -
Eddyline's New Sandpiper 130
While Eddyline's original Sandpiper celebrates its 20-year anniversary this year, the brand is also debuted the all-new Sandpiper 130 at Paddlesports Retailer 2018 in Oklahoma City. Rep Ethan Ebersold showed off the new Sandpiper in the new Seagrass\Silver… -
Yakima's New Load-Assist Showdown
Loading heavy boats and boards has never been easier Say hello to Yakima's new load-assist mount, which handles both SUPs and boats. The ergonomically-friendly Showdown makes loading heavy boats and boards a breeze. The lightweight mount tilts down more than… -
Sawyer Paddles and Oars Works of Art
Sales rep Zac Kauffman was excited to show off Sawyer Paddles and Oars' beautiful Artisan Series Squaretop oar at Paddlesports Retailer in Oklahoma City. The Artisan oar takes Sawyer's very popular Square Top model with carbon fiber X-weave and features fish… -
The Kayak Cart's Perfect Set Of Wheels
The Kayak Cart's KC7 is easy to use, lightweight, and durable—best of all, it can be stored in your kayak or canoe while you paddle. “There's no need to run back to your car,” says Daniel Hernandez. Paddling Magazine caught up with Hernandez at Paddlepsorts… -
Paddling Magazine New Product & Industry Awards Winners Announced
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, August 30, 2018 // Paddlesports Retailer’s official media partner Rapid Media presented the inaugural Paddling Magazine New Product & Industry Awards last night at the second annual Paddlesports Retailer Show and Paddlesports Industry… -
Badfish's Hot Boards For Paddlesports Retailer
The BadFisher is getting a reboot for 2019. BadFish's five-year-old best-selling board has been updated with new features and a refined shape. Badfish team member Mike Travares gave Paddle Magazine a tour of the model at Paddlesports Retailer 2018 in Oklahoma… -
Kokatat's Leviathan Life Vest Combines Big Features With A Perfect Fit
Kokatat’s attention to detail produces the most comfortable and ergonomic lifevests on the water. Their new Leviathan takes this commitment to the next level with every bell and whistle in their arsenal. Product Manager, Matt Parker, showed us around the new… -
Yak Lights Illuminates Kayak for Night Fishing
As kayak anglers look for every advantage at tournament time, competitors are launching early to hit the best spots by lines in. To light the way, Yak Lights is offering the FC Standard Kit to totally illuminate the kayak. At Paddlesports Retailer in Oklahoma… -
Kokopelli Packrafts Introduces Tougher and Smarter Light Inflatables
To get away from it all, adventures are hiking or biking into the wild then inflating a packable raft and hitting the water. At this summer’s Paddlesports Retailer in Oklahoma City, Zach Peterson showed off the Kokopelli Packraft’s new Rogue Lite and PVC… -
Stohlquist Waterware Cadence and Glide Lifevests for Guys and Girls
With kayak seats getting larger and more comfortable, Stohlquist Waterwear has introduced a line of lifevests with a thin foam back to accommodate any height seat back. At Paddlesports Retailer in Oklahoma City, Ryan Lightbody showed off the new Cadence for… -
Kokatat's New Touring PFD and Drysuit
Touring kayakers will love these two new products from Kokatat's 2019 collection. The all-new Neptune vest and Odyssey drysuit were showcased at Paddlesports Retailer 2018 in Oklahoma City at the Cox Convention Center, and Kokatat's Matt Porter took Paddling… -
BIC's Lighter, Tougher Paddleboards
The perfect combination of a durablity, light weight and affordability in a paddleboard has arrived, according to BIC SUP. Marketing manager Jimmy Blakeney showed off the updated line of Tough-TEC Performer and Cross BIC boards at Paddlesports Retailer 2018.… -
Evoke's New Pedal Drive System
At the Evoke booth during Paddlesports Retailer 2018, Paddling Magazine got a sneak peek at the brand's as-yet-unnamed new pedal drive kayak. In fact, the boat is so new, the model we saw is only the second prototype that exists. This is Evoke's first foray… -
AIRE BAKRaft In New, Tougher Material
The BAKraft promises light, stable and nimble access to some of the remotest country. Paddling Magazine met with AIRE sales rep Pete Rockwell to take a tour of AIRE's popular BAKraft model, made in a bold new material for 2019. For 2019, AIRE increased the… -
Star Inflatables Rival Inflatable SUP is Ready for Fishing and Fun
In addition to technical clothes, accessories and safety gear, NRS makes great inflatable boards and boats. This year, they’re branding their inflatable Star boards and kayaks to appeal to paddlers and anglers. The new Rival board has an upturned nose and… -
NRS Odyssey Touring PFD is Light and Functional
For touring paddlers, a lightweight and simple PFD will hold safety gear without taking up tons of space. NRS’s new Odyssey has a pocket for VHF and large cellphone. There are lash tabs for accessories are angled to be inline with shoulder straps so safety… -
NRS New Raku Fishing PFD Fits Great and Holds Everything
NRS continues to grow it’s fishing line backing it with the quality construction expected from the company’s whitewater fans. The new Raku is their latest fishing PFD with enough features to make anglers happy without adding tags and pockets that get in the… -
Yakima Redesigns Even Tougher Truck Racks
Yakima is committed to making their tough and functional transportation solutions tougher and more functional. This year, they’ve taken that commitment to redesigning their line of truck accessories. Starting with the Overhaul racks they’ve added up to… -
Sea Eagle Fish SUP 12.6 Goes From Simple to Motor
As anglers take paddle fishing to extremes, inflatable paddleboards are becoming more popular for easy transport and reliable performance. Sea Eagle’s Fish SUP 12.6 is an ultimate fishing SUP peppered with tie downs, D-rings and mounting bases to add… -
Mustang Survival's New Hudson Dry Suit and Callan Outerwear
Mustang Survival is famous for providing life-saving gear to military and commercial watermen then transferring their technology and design to recreational outdoorsman with high-quality and good looking gear. This year, we are excited about Mustang’s first… -
YakAttack Improves a Classic and Adds New Accessories
YakAttack gear is created by fishermen for fishermen, specifically kayak fishermen. At Paddlesports Retailer in Oklahoma City marketing manager John Hipsher showed us three of his favorite new products. First, we were stoked that they’ve brought back the… -
Accent Paddles Take Comfort and Function Out of the Box
Accent Paddles works out of the box to develop blades and shafts that perform better with less weight and incredible stiffness. The new eNeRGy line uses a unique grip that performs like a bent-shaft paddle without introducing weakness inherent in bending the… -
Hemisphere Design Works Evoke 120 Sets New Horizon for Standup Kayaks
Hemisphere Design Works has jumped into the kayak fishing scene with serious boats and new energy for 2018. At Paddlesports Retailer On-the-Water Demo Day in Oklahoma City, we finally got to kick the tires on their flagship Evoke Sequoia 120. Prostaff… -
Hobie Introduces new Mirage Compass Duo and redesigned Outback
After two decades designing and building innovative pedal kayaks, we always wonder what Hobie will come up with next and Hobie never disappoints. At Paddlesports Retailer On-the-Water demo day in Oklahoma City, the pedal-boat icon had a redesigned Outback and… -
Esquif Canoes' Bold New Excite
Esquif Canoes has spent the better part of the last two decades pushing the sport of whitewater canoeing forward and they show no sign of letting up. At Paddlesports Retailer 2018's On-The-Water Demo Day Esquif showed off a brand new prototype model of the… -
Eddlyline Debuts New Mid-Size Sitka LT
Eddyline has expanded its Sitka series offerings with the all-new Sitka LT, a lightweight kayak with excellent maneuverability and perfect fit. Paddling Magazine caught up with Eddyline's Ethan Ebersold at the 2018 Paddlesports Retailer show in Oklahoma City… -
Swell Watercraft's New Scupper 14
The combination of speed, comfort and stability is what sets Swell Watercraft's new Scupper 14 apart. At Paddlesports Retailer 2018's On-The-Water Demo Day in downtown Oklahoma City, Paddling Magazine caught up with Ted Keyes, West Coast sales rep for Swell… -
Ocean Kayak Unveils New Malibu 9.5 and 11.5
Ocean Kayak's fun-in-the-sun Malibu series has expanded to welcome the new Malibu 9.5 and Malibu 11.5. Paddling Magazine caught up with Ocean Kayak's Ryan Lily to tour the two new models at Paddlesports Retailer 2018's On-The-Water Demo Day in Oklahoma City.… -
Bending Branches Spins New Navigator Angler Paddle
One of our favorite paddles for river fishing is Bending Branch’s Navigator with tough wooden paddle blades. While the carbon fiber shaft and laminate wood blades are light and tough, the low-angle blades aren’t perfect for powering through rapids. In answer,… -
Old Town Topwater 106 is Small and Mighty
Old Town Canoe had their new Topwater series in the limelight at Paddlesports Retailer’s On-the-Water demo day in Oklahoma City. We’ve tested the Topwater 120 and Topwater 106 PDL so we asked product manager David Hadden to take a spin on the Topwater 106. At…
FREE NEWSLETTER
Join 100 000+ fellow paddlers! Get the latest paddling news and special offers delivered straight to your inbox.
ABOUT RAPID MEDIA What began in the summer of '98 as scribbles on a bar napkin is now the world's best paddlesports media company. Rapid Media has four paddling magazines, produces an international paddling film festival, had the very first paddling and fishing magazines in iTunes, and is the official partner of both the American Canoe Association and Paddle Canada. We're proud of all this, but the real reason we're the best is because we paddle and we care. 
ABOUT PADDLING MAGAZINE
Paddling Magazine unites Adventure Kayak, Canoeroots, and Rapid into three main sections to bring you compelling adventure stories, expert buying advice, travel secrets, destination ideas, and the latest paddling news. Whether you love kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding or whitewater, Paddling Magazine is sure to inspire you to paddle forever.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |