Touring/Recreation Kayaks

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...

Staff Post - August 29, 2026

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...

Eugene Buchanan - July 1, 2026

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...

Eugene Buchanan - March 31, 2026

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...

Staff Post - December 22, 2025

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...

admin - December 19, 2025

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...

Staff Post - November 19, 2025

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...

Eugene Buchanan - November 10, 2025

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...

Staff Post - September 24, 2025

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...

Staff Post - September 2, 2025

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...

admin - August 15, 2025

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...

Nick Hinds - August 2, 2025

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...

Staff Post - March 25, 2025

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...

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...

Staff Post - December 27, 2024

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,...

Staff Post - October 7, 2024

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...

Staff Post - September 19, 2024

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...

Eugene Buchanan - August 22, 2024

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...

Staff Post - August 14, 2024

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...

Staff Post - June 19, 2024

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...

Staff Post - May 28, 2024

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...

Staff Post - May 5, 2024

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...

Eugene Buchanan - March 5, 2024

Destinations