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Miles De Feyter

Miles is a web developer and author for PaddlingLife.com, combining a passion for storytelling with deep expertise in the paddling world. His journey on the water began as a whitewater raft guide, safety kayaker, and video boater in Tahoe, CA, West Virginia, and Costa Rica. Now based in Durango, CO—one of the country’s premier whitewater hubs—he continues to stay connected to the outdoor community. When not coding or writing about paddling adventures, he is a dedicated dad of three and serve as Co-Series Director for USASA Southwest Colorado, helping to grow the next generation of snowboarders and freeskiers.
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Tales from the Cripps Podcast: 35. Lightening Your Load with Dan Thurber

From rubber to hard shells to packrafts, Dan has test-driven his fair share of vehicles on the river. So with a thirst for novel...

Training and Racing with Hanalei Canoe Club on Kaua’i

“Hut!” Paddle. “Ho!” Switch sides. And just like that, the outrigger canoe keeps gliding forward. Regatta season is underway in Hawaiʻi, and I recently had...

Summit Paddleboard Hammock Mount Review

Hammock… on a SUP? When this popped up in our feed, the PaddlingLife crew collectively stopped scrolling. We’ve seen a lot of weird/fun paddle toys...

Ultimate YETI Gear Review: Hopper M20 Cooler, GoBox 60 Gear Case & Panga 75L Waterproof Duffel

At PaddlingLife, we tested three standout YETI products this season—the Hopper® M20 Backpack Soft Cooler, the GoBox 60 Gear Case, and the Panga® 75L...

RISE AirNest Inflatable Tent Review

The RISE AirNest Inflatable Tent has been turning heads ever since its Kickstarter debut and splashy social media ads—sometimes literally. From the iconic shot...

YETI Panga® 75L Waterproof Duffel Review: A Premium Alternative to Traditional Dry Bags

In this YETI Panga 75L Waterproof Duffel review, we evaluate how this rugged duffel performs compared to traditional dry bags. Our PaddlingLife testers put the...

YETI GoBox 60 Gear Case Review: The Ultimate Waterproof Gear Organizer for Outdoor Adventures

In this YETI GoBox 60 Gear Case review, we explore why this rugged, waterproof gear case is a favorite among paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts....

YETI Hopper® M20 Backpack Soft Cooler Review

In this YETI Hopper® M20 Backpack Soft Cooler review, we take a deep dive into one of the best soft coolers on the market...
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