Kayak

Old Town Sportsman BigWater PDL 132 Review: A Kayak for Standing Anglers and Choppy Waters

Choppy water can make kayak fishing miserable, but the Old Town BigWater PDL 132 provides plenty of stability in unstable conditions.

Written by Adam Moore October 07, 2022

Old Town Sportsman PDL 106 Review: A Fly Angler’s Dream

Kayak fishing is thought of as a sit-and-cast game. The Old Town PDL 106 challenges that perception.

Written by Zach Burton September 28, 2022

Second-Ever CA-to-HI Solo Kayak Trip Demands Persistence, Patience

Derreumaux became the second person to kayak from California to Hawaii. On Sept. 20, he paddled the last stroke of a 2,700-mile journey.

Written by Rebecca McPhee September 22, 2022

5-Star Safety: Meet the Highest-Rated Whitewater Helmets

Virginia Tech’s testing lab has evaluated helmets on safety for years. It goes beyond biking and climbing helmets — all the way to the whitewater…

Written by Mary Murphy September 22, 2022

Oru Drops Green Folding Kayaks in First Foray Beyond Black and White

Each time Oru has launched its folding kayaks in a specialty color, explosive purchasing has followed. This time, it’s an array of green boats.

Written by Sam Anderson September 16, 2022

Kayakers Strike ‘White Gold’ on South Fork Clearwater in Idaho

These whitewater pros defy the laws of gravity with insane kickflips and cartwheels — and a perfect hip-hop soundtrack.

Written by Andrew McLemore September 07, 2022

Kayak Therapy: Man Sets Off on Yearlong Trek to Paddle Through Depression

In May 2019, Nick Ray leapt into the sea from a Scotland ferry in an attempt to end his life. Now, he takes to the…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 30, 2022

Insurance Kerfuffle Cancels Classic Colorado Class V Kayak Race

Those looking forward to whitewater thrills from Colorado’s Gore Race will face disappointment this weekend — ’cause it just got canceled.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 24, 2022

Transparent Kayak Trip in Crystal Clear Water? Yes

Watch these amigos go for a 36-hour adventure on a transparent kayak as clear as the ocean water it’s floating on.

Written by Sam Anderson August 12, 2022

Watch Kayaker Wade Through River of Trash in Sydney, Australia

An adventurous kayaker takes a trip down Sydney, Australia’s Cooks River to showcase the terrible pollution afflicting the waterway.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 08, 2022

Most Dialed ‘SUP-Yak’ Yet: ISLE Switch Review

Get two watercraft for the price — and space — of one. We tried the ISLE Switch SUP-yak to see how it fares.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2022

Bear Spray and Blizzards: Misadventures of Pro Kayaker Nouria Newman

Rowdy GoPro footage, bespoke animation, and Newman’s upbeat narration make for a delightful, action-filled little ride worth taking.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 28, 2022

Kayakers Battle the Stout Rapids of West Virginia’s Red Creek

Stout rapids meet scientific narration in a grassroots documentary where kayakers battle their way down West Virginia’s Red Creek.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 27, 2022

Live in a Van Down by the River at the ‘Wintering Grounds’

Not livin’ in a dirtbag paradise? You’ll know just where to flop after you watch this squatter-centric video.

Written by Sam Anderson July 26, 2022

Watch: Deep Dive and Test of Pyranha’s Latest Creek Boat, the Scorch

Watch the Pyranha Scorch thread rapids and shred whitewater in this clip. Bren Orton goes deep to explain the boat’s design and many nuances.

Written by Sam Anderson July 21, 2022

Style & Freestyle Down Norway’s Massive Rapids With Bren Orton

In this edit from Send It, a professional paddler embarks on an epic tour of Norway’s most exceptional whitewater. Coolio handles the tunes.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 19, 2022

American Paddlers Smash Yukon 1000 Record in 5 Days

From July 3 to 7, Jason Magness and Daniel Staudigel averaged 200 miles per day to carve a massive 15 hours off the Yukon 1000…

Written by Sam Anderson July 18, 2022

River Tricks: Kayakers Freestyle Norwegian Classics

In this fresh little cut, Spanish pro kayaker Aniol Serrasolses and his bro take on some of the biggest classics in Northern Europe.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 18, 2022

Hyperlite Wakeboards Releases Affordable ‘Elevation’ iSUP for Beginners

Hyperlite Wakeboards seeks to lure more people onto the water with its portable, inflatable SUP design. The SUP is aimed at beginners and recreational paddlers.

GoPro POV: Kayaking California’s Waterfalls

Rapids, fierce down-river runs, and tasty drops are all on the menu in this action-packed GoPro edit from kayak legend Dane Jackson.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 12, 2022

Water and Land Sport Paradise: An Adventurer’s Guide to Fiji

Fiji has topped my bucket list for as long as I can remember. White sand beaches. Swaying palms. Pumping surf. Reefs rich in biodiversity. It’s…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 08, 2022

Donate to Ukraine Relief, Win a Hobie Kayak

You could help Ukraine and win a kayak with a new fundraising initiative announced by Hobie and BRD Custom.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 05, 2022

Astral ‘PFD’ Sandal Review: Our New Favorite Footwear for River Treks

Astral’s founder and former raft guide Phillip Curry calls its latest footwear (and first sandals!) a project that’s been years in the making. We put…

Written by Mary Murphy July 04, 2022

Northernmost Shore: Discover Lake Superior’s ‘Magic Spots’ by Sea Kayak

Sea kayaks are no misnomer for navigating the waters of Lake Superior. And you’ll need one to reach some of the ‘magic spots’ around Copper…

Written by Sponsored Post July 01, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Hyperlite Inflatable SUP!

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Hyperlite Elevation iSUP.

‘How We Go’ Sea Kayaking, With Paddling Guide Sophia Rouches

‘Being in a kayak feels like a front row seat to the wonders of the ocean,’ Rouches says. Check out this clip to punch your…

Written by Sam Anderson June 27, 2022

GoPro Mountain Games Recap: From Kayaks to Splash Dogs, the Games Have It All

To call the GoPro Mountain Games frenetic may be an understatement. The 20th anniversary of the all-things-outdoors festival in Vail this past weekend offered an…

Written by David Young June 15, 2022