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Pyranha Pauses Kayak Prouduction

Longtime kayak-maker Pyranha of the UK stirred up some waters recently with an announcement on social channels that the company has "taken the difficult...
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Events

That’s a Wrap! Outdoor Media Summit 2026

Outdoor Media Summit Brings Brands and Creators Together in Asheville The annual Outdoor Media Summit took place September 28–30 in Asheville, North Carolina, a gateway...
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Inflatables

New Razor Kayaks Edge Pro1 IK Review!

There’s a new inflatable kayak company making waves stateside, employing SUP dropstitch technology in the hull — including floor, sidewalls, and hull — giving...
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Paddling Industry News

Wave Sport Returns to U.S. Market

Paddlesports brand Wave Sport announced its official commercial return to the United States market as a highlight of celebrating its 40th anniversary. The move marks...
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Multi-Sport

“Pursuing Joy Through Kayaking”: Catching up With Jackson/Werner/Eddyline’s Jason Michelotti

Jackson Kayaks has been on a buying spree of late, purchasing such venerable paddlesports brands as Werner Paddles, Kialoa Paddles, and Eddyline sea kayaks...
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Paddling Industry News

New Rec Kayak Co. Trident Launches on Kickstarter

There’s a new rec kayak company hitting the market, with a launch this winter on Kickstarter. Trident— a new line of modular rec kayaks...
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Sea Kayaking

Sea Kayak Review: Stellar Nomad (courtesy Alder Creek)

Alder Creek Instructor “E” recently took the all-new Stellar Nomad sea kayak out to test its performance in the waters of the Northwest. Following...
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Paddling Industry News

Swell Watercraft Soliciting Investors

Want to have a stake in a sit-on-top kayak company? Here's your chance. Swell Watercraft is soliciting investors through a WeFunder campaign, generating funds...
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Packrafts

First Look: Alpacka’s New Sea Kayaks! (Tested From Alaska to the Animas)

When we caught wind that Alpacka was taking its award-winning packraft concept to the world of sea kayaks, we were intrigued. For all their...
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Kayak Fishing

Bass Pro Buys Hobie

Bass Pro Shops, with the White River Marine Group, has acquired watersports brand Hobie, with plans to return Hobie production and jobs from Mexico back...
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Kayak Fishing

RowYak Debuts Face-to-Face Tandem Rowing Kayak Hybrid

“Row, row, row your boat…and have your partner paddle too…” That little ditty could well go through your head if you and your partner...
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Kayak Fishing

Kayak Review: Quest’s Teton 100

Every kayak has its unique feel or essence. Some are big and powerful, others nimble and quick. The Quest Teton 100 Kayak is right...
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Paddling Industry News

The Swell Scupper 16 Reviewed

by Barb Gronseth The new Scupper 16 provides a stable platform with speed for those who want performance and safety from a sit on top...
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Kayak Fishing

Old Town Debuts Five New Boats

Old Town is going new school. The 125-year-old paddle craft company is touting a slew of new products heading into 2025, unveiling a fleet...
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Kayak Fishing

How to Outfit a Kayak for Fishing

Rigging a kayak for fishing is all about customizing your kayak in a way that enhances your fishing style, making your kayak the perfect choice...
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Athlete Stories

Boat Hoarders: Q&As with Two of the Quirky Niche’s Kingpins

While it might not make a TV reality show for Hollywood, “Boat Hoarders” does make for a good story. Unless, of course, you’re the...
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Touring/Recreation Kayaks

10 Kayakers Rescued from Potomac (4 By Helicopter)

Call it getting in a little over your head—with a helicopter coming from overhead to rescue you. And if you were the trip leader,...
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Paddling Industry News

Inside Old Town’s Loon 126 Rec Kayak

Rec kayakers rejoice! Twenty years ago, Old Town Canoe created its rec kayak Loon series, which has seen, well, a boatload of success among...
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Kayak Fishing

Wilderness Systems Wins ICAST “Boats and Watercraft” Category with Tactical Pro 128

Pelican International announced that the Wilderness Systems Tactical Pro 128 fishing kayak won the best “Boat and Watercraft” award at Orlando's ICAST 2024, the...
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Kayak Fishing

Old Town/Ocean Kayak Debut Old Glory Colorway on Caper Kayak

It's a grand ol' flag, it's a high-flying flag...That's the tune being sung by Old Town Canoe, which recently released a limited edition Old...
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Paddling Industry News

Current Designs Wins Circana’s Outdoor Sports Retail Performance Award

Retail analyst Circana announced the winners of its fourth annual Outdoor Sports Retail Performance Awards, acknowledging the fastest-growing brands in the U.S. outdoor and snow...
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Paddling Industry News

McBride, McBeath Come to Hobie as Sales and Marketing Heads

After its recent change in ownership and executive shifts, Oceanside, Calif.'s Hobie has announced the hiring of longtime industry veterans Joel McBride as its...
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Inflatables

Pelican Launches iEscape110 Solo/Tandem Convertible Rec IK

Want an affordable IK the whole family can use? Capitalizing on its recent acquisition of IK-maker Advanced Elements, Pelican marks its first foray into the...
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Inflatables

SOAR Inflatables Sold (and Q&A with New Owner)

Nothing wrong with a 30-year run. That’s the playbook of SOAR Inflatables owner Larry Laba, who recently sold his long-running inflatable canoe and kayak...
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Ocoee River Sees Historic Flooding

Historic Flooding Hits Ocoee River Region, Shattering Water-Level Record It's not just the desert Southwest of the Rockies getting record...
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Summer Swagalicious Gear Roundup!

Okay okay, it's still a little early for Christmas. But it's coming, and the goose is getting fat. So,...
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Isle Paddle Boards: A fun alternative to whitewater kayaking

ISLE Pioneer 3 & Pioneer Pro 2: A New Perspective on Stand-Up Paddling Looking for something to mix things up...

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Sea Kayak Review: Stellar Nomad (courtesy Alder Creek)

Alder Creek Instructor “E” recently took the all-new Stellar...
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First Look: Alpacka’s New Sea Kayaks! (Tested From Alaska to the Animas)

When we caught wind that Alpacka was taking its...
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On one of the toughest slalom, courses in recent memory, the Teva US women's team took 4th and the men 8th in the slalom event at the world rafting champs in Costa Rica, with the spoils going to the Czechs. PL reports from the field...
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Testing the Coyote Raft Bimini from 4 Corners Riversports

Remember that old American Express commercial, touting “Don’t leave home without one”? They same could be said for the Coyote Raft Bimini from 4 Corners Riversports, which serves up a whopping eight-foot-long canopy of shade to take the bite out of the desert sun …
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