Paddling

Self-Supported Grand Canyon Packrafting in Winter: 6 Must-Dos

Our editor has led multiple missions down the Grand Canyon, self-supported. Learn what the experience is like, and some pro tips too.

Written by Lizzy Scully September 09, 2021

10 US Cities Perfect for Standup Paddleboarding

The United States is a beautiful country with endless opportunities for standup paddlers. From iconic beach breaks to rushing rivers and calm lakes, the land…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 06, 2021

Solo Stove Acquires Oru Kayak, ISLE, Chubbies, to Become ‘Solo Brands’

Solo Stove announced its recent acquisitions of Chubbies Shorts, Oru Kayak, and ISLE, creating a new brand — Solo Brands.

Written by Mary Murphy September 03, 2021

‘Das Boat’ Heads to American Northeast in Newly Dropped Season

In this season of ‘Das Boat,’ the MeatEater crew takes their waterborne adventures to the American Northeast.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri September 01, 2021

Fresh CAKE: Makka Modular E-Scooter Carries Skis, Boards, and Bikes

CAKE is looking high and low to find the next big thing in electric scooters. Its idea? Mega modularity.

Written by Sam Anderson September 01, 2021

Kelly Slater’s Artificial Wave Will Crown ‘The Ultimate Surfer’ on Hulu

In ‘The Ultimate Surfer,’ surfers face off on the world’s best artificial waves for $100,000 and a spot on the WSL’s 2022 Championship Tour.

Written by Jilli Cluff August 25, 2021

Customizable Party Pontoon: Sea-Doo Launches the ‘Switch’

Sea-Doo’s Switch is a customizable hybrid between a jetski and a party boat.

Written by Sam Anderson August 23, 2021

Witness Gulf of Alaska Whitewater in Boat-Camp-Surf ‘Flowstate’ Episode

Flowstate is one of NRS’ hallmark whitewater video series, following whitewater kayaker Brendan Wells on water-based adventures. Watch the latest episode.

Written by Mary Murphy August 13, 2021

Olympic Gold Achieved, World Tour Finals Bound: Interview With Surf Legend Carissa Moore

Carissa Moore won an Olympic gold medal surfing in Tokyo last week. This week, she’ll try her hand at waves on the World Tour circuit.

Written by Mary Murphy August 12, 2021

40 Years of Waves: The Extraordinary Life of Surfer and SUPer Robby Naish

Naish won his first windsurfing world championship at age 13. Now, after 40 years of competing on the waves, he’s moving on.

Written by Mary Murphy August 10, 2021

Freediving 101: Tips and Gear to Get Started

Freediving straddles the line between snorkeling and scuba diving, getting you closer to sea life without the noise and weight of having gear.

Written by Sponsored Post August 09, 2021

Dive Into the 8 Best Swimming Holes in the US

We’ve rounded up some of the best swimming holes in the United States and what you need to know about accessing each.

Written by Rebecca Parsons August 02, 2021

Olympic Surfing Results: US Woman Takes Gold, Brazil Tops in Men’s

Just like sport climbing, this year marks the first year surfing will be included in the Olympics. Here’s all you need to know.

Written by Mary Murphy July 27, 2021

Triathlons Have a Diversity Problem: Here’s Who’s Fixing It

Black athletes make up less than 1% of triathletes in the U.S. and Canada. Vanessa Foerster is ready to change that.

Written by Mary Murphy July 21, 2021

The Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens for Summer

Traditional sunscreen isn’t all it’s chalked up to be. It’ll protect you from the sun’s rays, but it’s also got chemicals that are harmful to…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 20, 2021

Swim, Bike, Run: Endurance Athletes to Watch at the Olympic Games

The best of swim, bike, and run — watch these world athletes compete on the Olympic stage in triathlons, marathons, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy July 20, 2021

Watch NRS ‘Flowstate’ Season 2: Paddling Devil’s Canyon, From Bush Plane to Boat

Vicariously paddle the Susitna River down this Alaskan canyon with NRS in Season 2 of ‘Flowstate.’

Written by Mary Murphy July 12, 2021

First Attempt: Athlete Sets Off to Solo Kayak 2,000 km Around Iceland, ‘Against the Current’

One athlete is quite literally moving ‘Against the Current’ in an attempt to be the first to paddle around Iceland counterclockwise.

Written by Mary Murphy July 09, 2021

The Submerge Wallet: Sleek, Waterproof, and 1,000% Funded

The Submerge submersible wallet and cardholder have generated a big wave of support. What’s the fuss about? Get all the details here.

Written by Sam Anderson July 05, 2021

Seeking Stoke? Find It at This Summer Stoke Film Fest, for Free

Celebrate summer by ‘seeking the stoke’ through these surf and skate short films, debuted at The Lady Alliance Seeking Stoke Summer Film Festival.

Written by Mary Murphy July 02, 2021

Free Gear Fridays: Oceanic’s Predator Freedive Kit

Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance…

Written by Sponsored Post July 02, 2021

Weekend Warrior Inspiration: ‘Beat Monday’ Returns for Season 2

A full new season of ‘Beat Monday’ is here. Tune in to season 2 of Outside TV’s ‘Beat Monday’ series now.

Written by Mary Murphy June 28, 2021

Sustainable Sailors: Motley Crew Grows Food, Builds Surfboards at Sea

‘Wave of Change’ isn’t a traditional surf movie. Rather, it’s a culture-focused travel documentary that happens to find surf bliss along the way.

Written by Mary Murphy June 28, 2021

Better Together: TANDM Surf Bodyboard Makes Ocean Fun Accessible to All

The Clark family set out to create a board that would allow others to create and share memories with friends and family on the water.…

Written by Rebecca Parsons June 24, 2021

Superhero Swimsuit: Speedo Concept Has Built-In Exoskeleton, AI, and More

Wondering how far swimsuit technology can go? Get a glimpse with Speedo’s new AI-powered swimsuit.

Written by Mary Murphy June 17, 2021

Pau Hana Solo SUP Backcountry Review: The Ultimate Packable SUP

With the release of its first hike-able standup paddleboard, Pau Hana has expanded the realm of paddle-able spaces. Read our full review here.

Written by Rebecca Parsons May 26, 2021

American Whitewater Pens New Safety Guidelines for River Runners

Today, American Whitewater released a new responsibility code for river runners. Check out the updated safety guidelines and 7 Paddle Wise principles.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2021

In ‘Primitive,’ Filmmaker Takes Deep Dive Into Vancouver Surf Culture

Ben Lalande tells the tale of a cold-water surfer from Canada named Kalum Bruhwiler. Explore Tofino, Vancouver’s surf culture through his family tree.

Written by Mary Murphy May 18, 2021