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| by Jeff Moag It was meant to be another boy’s trip, the latest in a tradition that stretched back more than two decades for old friends Jim Farrington, Sean Royston and Tolan Annis. It turned into a life-and-death struggle in the chill waters of Lake Superior. |
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| by Sawyer Paddles and Oars | Introducing the Sawyer Storm Surge CARBON PRO, a high-angle modern whitewater kayak paddle for the recreational paddler who demands performance and durability. Built with a super lightweight carbon fiber shaft and ultra-tough CFRT (Continuous Fiber Reinforced) blade construction. Every kayaker can enjoy the lightweight and responsiveness of this whitewater paddle in a variety of river conditions. |
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| by Tom Watson Frequent use, even among the most cautious and careful paddlers, means that blades are going to chip, ferrules are going tighten/loosen and finishes might roughen over time. Let's take a general look at all the things to consider when engaging in the repair of kayak and canoe paddles… |
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Message Board of the Week |
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| I would appreciate to hear what others are doing to add lighting to your kayaks for evening paddles. I also find myself out late in the afternoon and am concerned about getting caught out after dark. I am looking for temporary solutions. |
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| NC Kayaks | | I have paddled 6,000 miles in my NC 17 Quest. I have paddled seven times across our Great Lakes (Lake Michigan (5), Lake Superior (1), and Lake… |
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| | Gearlab Outdoors | | I really like the minimalist design it appears to be very well thought out and constructed. If it’s all of the essentials without being too big and… | |
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| | Eddyline Kayaks | | This kayak glides through the water effortlessly. What a difference between this new kayak and my old 9 foot one. I can lift this myself even as an… | |
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| by KayakChristel [Canton, GA] - Etowah River at Knox Bridge Boat Ramp. See video compilation. |
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| Engaging your core muscles while stand up paddling allows you to paddle more efficiently for longer periods. Most beginners will use only their arms when they are paddling instead of engaging the whole body and core muscles, which can tire out your arms quickly. In this video, Rob Stehlik of Blue Planet Surf, demonstrates the correct way to engage your core when stand up paddling. |
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| All 2022 Sweepstakes winners have been contacted and will be posted on the Sweepstakes Winners page. |
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