Paddling

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

Cyber Week Sales Happening Now: Best Outdoor Gear Deals of 2019

We found the best Black Friday deals of 2019. Shop these online sales to get discounts on outdoor, camping, travel, and adventure gear. Happy savings.

Written by Mallory Paige & Mary Murphy November 29, 2019

Gear Lust: 23 Gifts for Outdoorsy People

From a versatile Pelican backpack cooler to a down jacket from L.L. Bean, we’ve chosen 23 outdoor gifts that will be sure to please anyone…

Written by Mallory Paige & Adam Ruggiero November 14, 2019

‘Artifishal’: Patagonia Releases Film Dedicated to Plight of Wild Salmon

Patagonia’s long-term dedication to educating about and advocating for our waters continues with the brand’s third full-length documentary, ‘Artifishal.’ It’s available now.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 13, 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

Nike Vapor Goggles Review: Great Comfort & Visibility

Built to create ‘less drag and more speed,’ the new Nike Vapor Goggles could change the way you swim. We put them to the test…

Written by Chelsey Magness November 01, 2019

Surfing in Winter: Watch This Frosty Island Film

New York film creator Tim Kellner went to some unlikely places for his latest winter film: three icy, northern islands in the Northern Hemisphere.

Written by Mary Murphy October 24, 2019

Is This the Worst Over-the-Falls Wipeout Ever Filmed?

A surfer gets caught in one of the heaviest waves in the world, and boy does he take it on the chin.

Written by Sean McCoy October 10, 2019

Kathmandu Acquires Surf Brand Rip Curl

New Zealand-based retailer Kathmandu Holdings Ltd. today announced it will acquire Rip Curl for $236 million.

Written by Sean McCoy September 30, 2019

Red Bull Competition to Include Female Paddlers for the 1st Time

Red Bull’s Heavy Water standup paddleboard competition is finally letting women compete in it’s third running of the event.

Written by Mary Murphy September 30, 2019

Watch: 2,000 Miles by Bike and Surfboard

Friend duo Cooper Thomas and Pius Kazimieraitis, aka the Coastal Sifters, quit their jobs to tour the coast by bike — surfing and picking up…

Written by Mary Murphy September 24, 2019

30 Meters Deep: Freediver ‘Wingsuits’ Underwater

Experience the underwater world through this professional freediver’s latest stunt. No fins, no oxygen, no problem.

Written by Mary Murphy September 18, 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

A New Kind of Environmental Steward: The Ciggy Board Boys

Two surfers removed over 4,000 cigarette butts from the beach — and used them to build a surfboard.

Written by Mary Murphy September 12, 2019

Video: Is Alaska the Ultimate Surf Destination?

Surfers take note: Alaska may be cold, but it has some of the best surf around. The new film ‘Within Reach’ uncovers what makes the…

Written by Mallory Paige September 04, 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

Kammok Launches Packable, Waterproof Packs

The brand most people know for hammocks enters the backpack and duffel market.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 27, 2019

Video: Ben Gravy Surfs All 50 States

YouTuber and novelty wave fanatic Ben Gravy just surfed his 50th state.

Written by Mallory Paige August 20, 2019

MeatEater Releases New Fishing Series ‘Das Boat’

Steven Rinella and crew bought a boat. And they’re putting it through its paces in the new online series ‘Das Boat.’

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 20, 2019

Meet Derby, the Whitewater Queen of Cataract Canyon

Cataract Canyon delivers Utah’s biggest whitewater. This is the story of a Colorado River trailblazer.

Written by Mallory Paige August 15, 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

Open-Water Swimming: Tips and Gear to Swim Outside

Check out our complete guide to open-water swimming. Train outside with the best swimming gear, including top picks from ROKA, blueseventy, and more.

Written by Chelsey and Jason Magness July 26, 2019

Why America’s 1st Olympic Surf Team Is Training in the Desert

The sport of surfing is preparing for the Olympic Games in 2020. And new technology has top surfers headed to the Texas desert to train.…

Written by Aaron Bible July 25, 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