Kayak

Pedals to Paddles: Alpacka Launches First Sea Kayak Packraft

Alpacka’s lead designers (and co-founder) spent 10 years bringing their packraft concept to sea kayaks. The result? A 12-pound inflatable kayak that tracks on flatwater.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 19, 2026

A First Descent Generations in the Making: Watch Indigenous Kayakers Run Entire Klamath

For the first time in over 100 years, the Klamath is a free-flowing river. Watch a group of young kayakers become the first to run…

Written by Will Brendza November 18, 2025

Werner’s Latest Paddles Recalled: Blades Break Off Shafts

Anyone who owns a Werner Paddles Covert or Stealth model should stop using them immediately.

Written by Mary Andino November 10, 2025

Jackson Kayak Antix 3.0: Bestselling Half-Slice Whitewater Kayak Gets Major Update

Jackson Kayak (JK) just introduced the Antix 3.0, an even more playful, comfortable, and surfable river-running whitewater kayak.

Written by Bryon Dorr September 23, 2025

‘A Bittersweet Moment’: Nonprofit Locates Kayaker’s Remains in National Park Lake After Year-Long Search

Wesley Dopkins went missing on Jackson Lake in the summer of 2024. It took a year and a specialized nonprofit search and recovery organization to…

Written by Will Brendza September 12, 2025

RallyCrew: The Whitewater Community’s New Digital Eddy

Whitewater paddling is a niche sport, lifestyle, and industry without a central, global meeting place. RallyCrew, a new, free web app, aims to change that.

Written by Bryon Dorr August 20, 2025

400+ Miles in 4 Days: Paddler Crushes FKT of ‘Beastly’ Wisconsin River

A 43-year-old Wisconsin man overcame sandbar mazes and nighttime rapids to score a new fastest known time for paddling the state’s longest river.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 17, 2025

Maximum Flotation, Minimal Compromise for Paddling Big Water: Astral Indus PFD Review

Astral’s recently released Indus rescue PFD has swept in a new era of safety and flotation in whitewater kayaking.

Written by Wil Henkel July 07, 2025

Flatwater-Friendly, Whitewater-Tough: Liquidlogic Remix XP Kayak Review

Whitewater kayaks emphasize performance, and recreational boats aim for comfort and capacity — the Liquidlogic Remix XP blends both.

Written by Nick Belcaster June 18, 2025

The Best Kayaks for Beginners of 2026

The sport of recreational kayaking has been rapidly growing over the past several years, and there are hundreds of kayak options on the market. Here…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Nick Belcaster June 06, 2025

Budget-Friendly, Inflatable Kayak That’s Actually Good: Sea Eagle SE370 Review

The Sea Eagle SE370 is one of the most popular inflatable kayaks on the market. After rucking it up to alpine lakes and through desert…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl June 02, 2025

The Best Inflatable Kayaks of 2026

Just inflate and go. We tested the best inflatable kayaks today, with capable and packable award winners from Advanced Elements, NRS, BOTE, and more.

Written by Nick Belcaster May 22, 2025

The Best Kayaks of 2026

Kayaks are the original all-terrain vehicles, and we tested the best from Old Town, Wilderness Systems, Eddyline, and more!

Written by Nick Belcaster May 22, 2025

Oru Beach LT Sport Review: Origami Kayaking at Its Best

The Oru Beach LT Sport Kayak is back in black, with a more rigid design, rails for attachments, and a gel cushion seat that turns…

Written by Ian Graber-Stiehl May 12, 2025

Watch ‘Where Eagles Dare’: Columbia River Gorge Steep and Deep Kayaking

Come along for an adventure deep in the Columbia River Gorge’s Eagle Creek with some of the world’s best kayakers. Watch the ‘Where Eagles Dare’…

Written by Bryon Dorr April 28, 2025

Kayak Turkey Hunting: Gear Up, Rig Right, Tag Out

Most turkey hunters overlook one of the most effective tools: the kayak. When properly rigged, a kayak becomes your stealthy, silent partner.

Written by Wesley Littlefield April 07, 2025

The E-Bike of the Seas: Old Town Ocean Kayak Malibu ePDL+ 120 Review

The new Old Town Ocean Kayak Malibu ePDL+ is the first recreational kayak to sport an electric pedal drive, making this one speedy little craft…

Written by Nick Belcaster April 04, 2025

Another Paddlesport Merger: Jackson Kayak Acquires Eddyline Kayaks

Two U.S.-made kayak manufacturer icons are now one. Jackson Kayak continues to build its portfolio, first with Werner Paddles, and now with Eddyline Kayaks.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 13, 2025

Trans-European Kayak Expedition: Duo Paddles, Portages From Ireland to Istanbul

Two Irishmen have overcome rough seas, frozen canals, and logistical nightmares to cover 1,200 miles. And they’re barely halfway done.

Written by Andrew McLemore February 03, 2025

Meet the Alpacka Mage: A Lighter, More Versatile Whitewater Packraft

Lighter than the brand’s toughest whitewater model, but with more cargo capacity, the Alpacka Raft Mage balances versatility with performance.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 06, 2025

Watch ‘¡Ay Chihuahua!’: An Epic Mexican Exploratory Kayak Adventure

Two of the world’s best exploration kayakers grab a guidebook and work to tick off the un-run rivers in the Chihuahua and Sinaloa areas of…

Written by Bryon Dorr December 04, 2024

Watch Ganga Girls: Be Inspired to Chart Your Own Course in Life

Watch ‘Ganga Girls’ and be inspired by what the river can bring to a group of young women in India.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 02, 2024

Watch ‘Gabon Uncharted’: Top Kayakers, Vivid Storytelling, Epic Location

The SEND crew goes big paddling down massive rapids in Africa. Exploratory whitewater kayaking and storytelling combine in this new film from RedBull.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 26, 2024

The Best Kayak Paddles of 2026

Up a creek again? A good kayak paddle is essential to making the most of your time out on the water, and we tested the…

Written by Nick Belcaster November 20, 2024

The Best PFDs of 2026

You can have all the paddling chops in the world and still take the dunk. We’ve tested the range of PFDs and found the best…

Written by Nick Belcaster November 15, 2024

Boof and Squirt: Jackson Kayak ‘Clutch’ Is Ready for Action

The creek/slice whitewater kayak segment continues to heat up as Jackson Kayak introduces the Clutch.

Written by Bryon Dorr September 06, 2024

Video Shows Great White Stalking Kayakers Fishing Off CA Coast

Two fishermen were exploring near the Bay Area when they suddenly saw a shark fin pursuing their kayaks.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 14, 2024

A Packable Whitewater Punch: Werner Sherpa 4-Piece Paddle Review

Packable and powerful, the Werner Sherpa 4-Piece Paddle tucks away as a backup when not needed, but puts it down when it’s time to escape…

Written by Wil Henkel June 25, 2024

Behind the Scenes of an Arctic Waterfall Kayaking Expedition

Take a look into what it took for whitewater kayaker Aniol Serrasolses to style the ‘world’s highest glacier waterfall drop.’

Written by Bryon Dorr May 24, 2024

Paddlesports’ New Power Couple: Jackson Kayak Buys Werner Paddles

The two brands have nearly 90 years of combined experience in building kayaks and paddles that make a serious splash.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 06, 2024

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