Kayak

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 GJ Staff 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 GJ Staff 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 GJ Staff 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 Nicole Qualtieri 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 GJ Staff 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 Morgan 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 GJ Staff 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 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 Morgan Mason June 15, 2018

Gear We Used to Kayak From Cuba to Florida

A team of three paddled 125 miles from Havana, Cuba, to Florida. This is the gear they used for the ocean kayak trip.

Written by Andy Cochrane June 04, 2018

Nile Kayak Race: Watch Ugandan Pro Compete

The world’s longest river has some massive rapids. Learn the story of Sadat Kawawa as he ascended within the Ugandan kayak scene to compete with…

Written by GJ Staff May 21, 2018

Dagger RPM: The Iconic Whitewater Kayak Is Back

Dagger will bring back the iconic RPM and RPM Max kayaks for its 30th anniversary. They’re two of the top-selling whitewater kayaks of all time.

Written by Bryon Dorr May 02, 2018

So You Want to Be a Kayak Instructor?

You love to paddle. There is nothing better than the freedom of the river. Perhaps working on the river would be the perfect job? This…

Written by GJ Staff April 23, 2018

Jackson Kayak Takes On Fishing Market With New Brand

Blue Sky Boatworks launched this month with a twin-hull 360 Angler and Escape that are turning heads in the fishing world.

Written by Morgan Mason March 27, 2018

Budget Drysuit for Dirtbag Paddlers: Mythic Gear Review

Mythic Gear’s budget-priced Taruba drysuit allows even the financially-challenged kayaker to paddle year-round.

Written by GJ Staff October 03, 2017

Breaking The Dam: Paddling Iowa’s ‘Revived’ Rapids

Get your butt to Iowa and get in a kayak. Sound silly? We did just that.

Written by Emily Reed August 23, 2017

Expedition Halted, ‘Kayak Libre’ Talks Cuba-USA Traverse

Last week, a team spearheaded by Oru Kayak attempted, and failed, to paddle from Cuba to Florida. This guest column explains the endeavor from an…

Written by GJ Staff July 25, 2017

Five Kayakers Held Hostage In Post-Peace Deal Colombia

Ben Stookesberry and a team of international kayakers were 300 miles into the first descent of a Colombian river when FARC seized the group.

Written by Nate Mitka May 08, 2017

45 Miles, 2 Nights: Pushing the Limits of a Foldable Kayak

Can an origami ‘folding’ kayak manage the rigors of a multi-day, whitewater river trip? We paddled an Oru Bay ST 45 miles down the John…

Written by Sean McCoy April 27, 2017

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