Kayak

ICAST’s Best of Show: Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot Fishing Kayak Tested

Old Town’s Sportsman AutoPilot Fishing Kayak is awesome, but it has a bit of a learning curve. GearJunkie contributor Morgan Nowels went down to Florida…

Written by Morgan Nowels August 11, 2020

Paddle Powerhouse: PFD, Watersports Brands MTI and Mustang Survival Merge

Two major PFD brands — MTI and Mustang Survival — are merging to bring more paddlesports gear to the market.

Written by Mary Murphy August 03, 2020

‘Most Advanced Fishing Kayak’: World Champ Launches $8,000 Apex Watercraft

With a carbon fiber hull and design that mixes stand-up paddleboards with sit-on-top kayaks, Apex Watercraft gives anglers a new type of fishing vessel.

Written by Sean McCoy June 30, 2020

Kayaking for Beginners: An Essential Checklist

This is the gear you need to start kayaking.

Written by Natasha Buffo June 19, 2020

Dream Drop: Kayaker Paddles Over 134-Foot Waterfall

Dane Jackson is one of the best kayakers in the world. This new video of him dropping a massive waterfall will leave you in awe.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2020

Dual-Buoyancy PFD: Mustang Survival Khimera Review

This dual-flotation PFD made our 2019 Gear of the Year list for its unique design and performance on the water — here’s why.

Written by Mary Murphy May 07, 2020

Protecting the Box Canyon and Yellowstone River: ‘Our Local Epic’

This full-length documentary is the story of a group of kayakers who came together to protect their local land — a section of the Yellowstone…

Written by Mary Murphy May 04, 2020

500-Pound Marlin Drags Kayaker 15 Miles Out to Sea

Most people won’t catch a 500-pound marlin in their lifetimes. These guys decided to do it from a kayak.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri March 20, 2020

Blind Mountaineer Kayaks Grand Canyon in ‘The Weight of Water’

Everest climber and all-around adventurer Erik Weihenmayer stars in ‘The Weight of Water,’ a film in which he takes on paddling the Grand Canyon.

Written by Mary Murphy January 06, 2020

Illegal Skateboarding Launched This Cutting-Edge Helmet Brand: Here’s How

Sweet Protection builds some of the most advanced ski, bike, and whitewater helmets on the planet. But its roots trace back to illegal halfpipes hidden…

Written by Sponsored Post December 09, 2019

Gear for a Rafting Adventure: Camp on the River

Don’t just take a river trip — make the most of it! Remember these 10 items and you’re sure to have an unforgettable adventure that’s…

Written by Morgan Sjogren December 05, 2019

Dane Jackson Sets New Course Record at 24th-Annual Green Race

Paddling phenom Dane Jackson set a new Green Race course record of 4:04, just missing out on cracking the 4-minute barrier. We got to chat…

Written by Bryon Dorr November 05, 2019

The World’s Hardest Rivers: Nouria Newman Kayaks Patagonia

Join Nouria Newman, Ben Stookesberry, and Eric Boomer as they attempt the Triple Crown of Patagonia kayaking — the Baker, Bravo, and Pasqua.

Written by Mallory Paige September 17, 2019

Kayaker ‘Chased’ by Giant 360-Pound Alligator

‘I just paddled and paddled, it came within probably 5 feet of the back of my kayak like up on a plane surging,’ the kayaker…

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 29, 2019

Close Call: Kayakers Nearly Crushed by Cliff Collapse

Drone footage captures the sudden collapse (and scary close call!) of a cliff on Lake Superior.

Written by Mallory Paige August 15, 2019

The Most Packable Kayak: Meet the Oru Inlet

Oru is shaking up the boating world with the release of the lightest, most packable, least expensive folding kayak. It easily fits in your trunk…

Written by Mallory Paige August 13, 2019

Swell Watercraft Scupper 14: Sit-On-Top Kayak Evolved

The man who brought the sit-on-top kayak to market has started a new brand: Swell Watercraft. The result is the among the best-designed sit-on-top kayaks…

Written by Marty Grabijas July 19, 2019

Angler and Kayaker Trade Places, Experience Public Waters

The third video in a new series from Fat Tire puts a fly fisherman and a whitewater kayaker together. In an effort to understand each…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri July 19, 2019

‘Banking on Bailey’ Is Our Favorite Kayak Film So Far This Year

Love kayaking, colorful personalities, and old trucks? Well, you’re going to love this video by Filson and Merrell.

Written by Sean McCoy July 17, 2019

Greenland-Style Paddles: Gearlab Kalleq Review

Greenland-style paddles use a narrow blade to propel canoes efficiently. Our writer put the Akiak by Gearlab to the test for this review.

Written by Mark Neuzil May 23, 2019

Whitewater Revival: $40 Million Restoration Puts Michigan on Paddling Map

Whitewater might not be top of mind when you think about Michigan. But Grand Rapids wants to change that. It’s going big, ripping out dams…

Written by Sponsored Post March 18, 2019

The Best Paddle for Kayak Fishing? Try One of These 4

Are you in the market for a new paddle to get you into uncharted waters? We took this roundup of paddles for anglers to the…

Written by Austin Rue October 04, 2018

Old Town Topwater 106 Angler: A Good Kayak in a Small Package

Sometimes, bigger isn’t better. I had the opportunity to take the new Old Town Topwater in its 10-foot 6-inch incarnation for a test spin, and…

Written by Joel Mason September 28, 2018

Oru Kayak Launches ‘Haven,’ the First Tandem Folding Kayak

The origami-inspired folding kayak company, Oru, now offers pairs a way to get on the water. The Haven is the world’s first folding kayak for…

Written by Nate Mitka September 12, 2018

Hobie Revamps Bestselling Mirage Outback Fishing Kayak

The Mirage Outback, Hobie’s bestselling fishing kayak, receives a full overhaul. Here are the details.

Written by Morgan Mason August 28, 2018

Touring Redefined: Old Town Castine 140 Kayak First Look

After 10 years, Old Town returns to the touring kayak market with its new Castine series. The Castine 140 is a day touring kayak designed…

Written by Amanda Ellis August 07, 2018

Watch: Kayaker Hits 36 MPH on Yosemite Creek

Tenaya Creek rages over huge rapids and smooth rock. Dane Jackson absolutely crushes it, and this video clearly shows his stoke.

Written by GJ Staff July 30, 2018

Multipurpose Watercraft: Wilderness Systems Radar 135 Review

Fish, hunt, or explore: The Wilderness Systems Radar 135 offers multipurpose usage to the everyday adventurer.

Written by Jason Walls and Morgan Mason July 17, 2018

Pedal Power: Fishing Watercraft of ICAST 2018

The future of personal watercraft looks bright! We scoured the ICAST fishing convention to find seven exciting new fishing boats.

Written by Morgan Mason July 16, 2018

Pedal, Fish, Catch: Old Town Predator PDL Kayak Review

Catch more fish, fish more spots, and get some exercise — the Old Town Predator PDL fishing kayak has plenty of upside. We took it…

Written by Joel Mason June 15, 2018

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