KAYAKING & RAFTING

Does Ocean Kayak still make the Frenzy? That’s the biggest question around this uber-popular day tripper whose design dates back decades, to the beginning of the recreational kayak revolution. The answer is no, unfortunately. But if you have a chance at a used Ocean Kayak Frenzy, take a close look. The Frenzy was popular for

Search and rescue veterans could never have imagined the day would come when first responders could use a drone to light up a rescue scene, deliver a life jacket, rope or radio to an individual who’s in the water or stranded on a cliff face, and have instant access to thermal imaging. But this is

The annual Clearwater Kayak Festival in British Columbia saw rowdy water levels and high attendance on August 5-7, according to organizers. Since 2013, the Clearwater Festival has been held in memoriam of its original visionary Ben Earle. The event has grown since to feature the Adrian Kiernan boatercross race, a freestyle event on the Pink

[embedded content] Published on August 14th, 2022 | by Kayak Session Even down to the lower flows, the North Fork is always a great time. Always so many boofs, kickflips, and squirts, it’s just a great time no matter what. Dane had to get one final lap before heading north, which was as splendid as

With anglers in an arms race to rig their kayaks with more and better electronics, everyone wants to know how to install fish finders, lights, chargers, gauges, anchor systems and motors on little plastic boats. To answer our questions about rigging the ultimate kayak, we dropped in on Lance McWhorter, tournament pro and rigging guru

[embedded content] Published on August 12th, 2022 | by Kayak Session Jangling down the Jori with Jakub Jaros.River: Jori Rapid: The 2nd slide Kayakers: Jakub Jaroš, Daniel Princ Behind camera: Jakub Jaroš To submit a video to Beater for all follow this link; https://www.kayaksession.com/2022-lev... Disclaimer: Originally, we created the Beater For All Video Contest with

Paddler Sandy Rinderer has a unique idea for an environmental effort — take a shot at breaking a Guinness World Record while fundraising for New Jersey’s beloved Barnegat Bay. On Saturday, August 20, 2022, Rinderer and a group of fellow paddlers are hosting “Paddle for the Bay.” The event is a one-mile community paddle to

A little bit more than six weeks have passed since the departure, early morning of June 21st, the kayaker Cyril Derreumaux launched solo and without assistance from Monterey Bay, CA for his second attempt at crossing the Pacific Ocean though 2,700 miles towards Hawaii. Born in the North of France, Cyril Derreumaux, naturalized American—and world

[embedded content] Published on August 11th, 2022 | by Kayak Session Norway is well known for its stouts, but this river may be up there for some of the biggest stouts to paddle down! Check out Bren and crew head down firing up some massive lines. Tags: kayaking, norway, senders

The Nahʔą Dehé or South Nahanni River is so storied within canoeing lore—staking out its rightful claim on many paddler’s wish lists—that it almost needs no introduction. For those not already familiar with this northern river, it flows for 580 kilometers through Canada’s Northwest Territories, cutting between mountains and canyons and dropping dramatically at a

It was a typical April day in New Jersey and I was glad to take advantage of warm temperatures and clear skies. I was fishing the iconic Raritan Bay spring striper run, famous for incredible fishing on trophy striped bass. Little did I know there was a fish hook injury in my near future. The

[embedded content] Published on August 10th, 2022 | by Kayak Session The Vésubie, a river in the southern alps, and one of Mylo’s home runs, got completely destroyed by a huge storm called Alex in October 2020. Alex changed the entire valley, took lives, destroyed houses and villages, and transformed the Vésubie forever. Mylo goes

PETERBOROUGH, 10th, August 2022 – The Canadian Canoe Museum (CCM) is honoured to announce that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has granted Viceregal Patronage to the Museum. The granting of viceregal patronage is a long-standing tradition, with governors general granting support through patronage to recognize exceptional contributions to Canadian

Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu says the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. For prospective kayak anglers, the first step in the journey begins with a beginner kayak. Choosing the best fishing kayak for a first-time angler is the most important step to a successful introduction to the sport. Picking the wrong

I admit it. I’m a gearhead. I’ve spent the last 30 years working in the outdoor industry selling paddlesports clothing and equipment. I have a basement full of tried and tested gear and a long list of things that would be nice to have as soon as my budget will allow. I’m enough of a

[embedded content] Published on August 9th, 2022 | by Kayak Session Dane Jackson celebrates his birthday the right way with a sick surf session on Kelly’s followed by done laps down the North Fork of the Payette! Tags: #creeking, dane jackson, Freestyle., kayak