by Kayak Hipster

Are you considering upgrading to a high-end paddle? I believe that getting a high-end paddle will change your paddling. I don't mean getting the most expensive one. But getting the lightest, best possible paddle in your hand will change the way you paddle. Here are some things to consider if you're thinking of upgrading.

by ​Wayne Horodowich

After listening to hundreds of paddlers expressing their kayak-related injuries, I have determined the greatest numbers of injuries in sea kayaking occur while getting ones kayak to and from the water and on and off the car. Therefore using kayak wheels and finding methods to ease strains, such as the Beach Slide, are worth exploring if you want to keep you body functional for many more days of paddling.

When it comes to canoe wilderness, the Boundary Waters is unmatched. The vastness of this historical wilderness comprises a land of forests, rivers, deep, clear lakes, wildlife, and unsurpassed natural beauty. Trip options range from rentals to partially outfitted or fully outfitted. Here are 25 BWCA canoe trips to choose from.

by Douro Kayak Expeditions

[Douro Valley, Portugal] - Many say the Douro Valley is the most beautiful part of Europe. Join us for an exclusive paddling tour to see for yourself. We can guarantee you will have the experience of a lifetime.

World Champion kayaker Dane Jackson is best known for launching into first descents of waterfalls, setting speed records in whitewater, and traveling the globe with his kayak in search of adventure. That search for new firsts brought the 27-year-old to the waters of Biscayne Bay to ride the wake of two yachts.

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Whether you paddle calm water or white water, an inflatable kayak offers a lightweight, accessible boat that is easy to transfer and ready for adventure. Check out what your fellow paddlers have to say about the best solo and tandem inflatable kayaks of 2021.

Susanne Currie - Okanagan Lake, Vernon, BC

Watch these two friends on a salmon fishing trip. While one friend attempts to spear a salmon (and reportedly got one with the technique!), the salmon-loving dog named Paris catches 3 salmon in 5 minutes. No spear or rod needed!

Sit On Top Kayaks are known for their ease of use, stability, and room to move. These fundamentals for regular SOTs are what translate them into also being the go-to option when kayak fishing. Here's what 2021 has to offer.

• Win a Falcon Tandem Kayak from Point 65
• Win a Fishbone EX Inflatable SUP from Advanced Elements
• Win 1 of 3 Khimera Dual Flotation PFDs from Mustang Survival
• Win a $250 Gift Certificate from Danuu Paddle Gear

February Sweepstakes winners have been posted on the Sweepstakes Winners page.

by Mike Aronoff

There's a lot of nice places to go in a kayak but one place you probably don't want to be is stuck in the kayak, upside down and unable to breathe. So before you take off in your spray skirt, you need to have the knowledge and the training to perform a wet exit.

by Kevin Callan

There's no question that your canoe is crucial to the well-being of your journey. But what about the paddle? That simple flattened stick of wood is what propels you; getting you from point A to point B. But that all adds up, which is why I put so much emphasis on the canoe paddle itself.

by Claudia Kerckhoff-Van Wijk

"Snow Melts to White Water" has always been our motto - being skiers and avid river paddlers - we love our clearly defined seasons in Canada. As with any outdoor sport, the anticipated excitement must be balanced with a certain set of precautions we call the 'Golden Rules of Whitewater'.

by ​Wayne Horodowich

Regardless of whether your kayak rests or not, spring always seems to be the best time to do a bit of spring cleaning for a kayak. Since springtime is the time for renewal and rejuvenation, why not treat your kayak to a day at the boat spa?

by Christopher Crowhurst

Learn to improve your forward finishing kayak rolls with a progression of on water exercises to help advance your skills. Practicing here with a paddle.

When you plan to be on your SUP more than an hour and are considering a multi-hour or overnight trip, you're getting into SUP touring. Here's 11 positively reviewed touring paddle boards you should check out for this year.