Paddling

Stand-Up Paddling the BWCA: A New Way To Explore

Is a stand-up paddleboard appropriate transportation for four days in Boundary Waters Canoe Area? One man decided to find out, alone.

Written by Timothy Hennum February 19, 2018

‘Rogue’ Packraft Rolls to Size of Paper Towel

The Kokopelli Rogue, launching today on Kickstarter, has a Kevlar reinforced floor and weighs under five pounds in its ‘Lite’ configuration.

Written by Sean McCoy February 13, 2018

Sunburn On Your Eyes! Protecting Against Snow Blindness

Despite the cold, winter actually poses serious risks from the sun. Intense solar exposure and reflection off snow can cause temporary blindness. Here are some…

Written by Steve Graepel February 06, 2018

Cliff Diving Montage Has Us Dreaming of Summer

High platforms, flips, spins, and splashes — pro cliff jumpers get behind the camera during the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series.

Written by GJ Staff December 29, 2017

Dive Watch Distilled: Meet The Seiko Prospex SRPA21

Looking for a bit of functional bling? The Seiko Prospex SRPA21 dive watch brings legendary quality and value in a modernized package.

Written by Sponsored Post December 20, 2017

‘Lost World’: 100 Hours Paddling Mexico’s Forgotten River

You can cram a lot of adventure into very little time. Take, for example, this whirlwind trip to Chiapas, Mexico. We paddled La Venta, a…

Written by Andy Cochrane December 08, 2017

Film Shows Horrifying Reality of Big Wave Surfing

It’s not all beautiful barrels and riding cleanly out of waves. Bones break, muscles tear, and even worse things happen when surfers take on the…

Written by GJ Staff December 05, 2017

Bike On Water: Electric-Assist Foil Is Strange New Water Toy

New Zealand-based brand Manta5 introduces a new vessel that lets users take nice bike rides across the lake.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 15, 2017

Meet the Women of Big-Wave Surfing

The first ever women’s only big-wave surf event on the legendary North Shore of Oahu will crown the ‘Queen of the Bay.’

Written by GJ Staff November 10, 2017

GNARLY! Back-Breaking Wipeout At Nazaré

Andrew Cotton goes into orbit after taking the lip on a huge wave at Nazaré. The horror. The horror.

Written by GJ Staff November 09, 2017

Watch: Alaska’s Kenai River, By Paddleboard

The Kenai River is one of the most iconic salmon fisheries in the world. But the 87-mile route also makes for one epic adventure by…

Written by GJ Staff October 23, 2017

Wipeout Wearable: Quiksilver’s Inflatable Vest May Save Surfers’ Lives

Quiksilver and Aqua Lung team up to develop the Highline Airlift, a CO2-powered PFD. The vest aims to lift surfers who fall on big waves.

Written by Sean McCoy October 10, 2017

Trailer: Blue Planet II Is Coming And We Are Stoked!

The long-anticipated sequel to Blue Planet is just around the corner. Here is one minute of stoke, all narrated by the velvet-voiced Sir David Attenborough.

Written by GJ Staff October 06, 2017

‘Wakesurfing’ Opens Door to Endless Wave

On the lakes of Austin, Texas, pro wakesurfer Morgan Lohmeier rides an endless wave behind a boat.

Written by Sponsored Post October 06, 2017

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 Jason Magness and Kadee Mardula October 03, 2017

‘A Year in the Wilderness’ Speaks Loudly for Quiet Places

Amy and Dave Freeman spent a year in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Just released, the book A Year In The Wilderness tells their story.

Written by Emily Reed September 29, 2017

When One Raft Isn’t Enough

When most people go rafting, they use one raft at a time. And then there’s Covey Baack.

Written by GJ Staff September 20, 2017

Welcome to ‘Swimrun,’ a Grueling New Challenge

Swim, run, swim, repeat. The burgeoning sport of swimrun combines endurance and adventure in an extreme and simple way.

Written by Andrew Magness September 08, 2017

Outdoor Hazards: Flash Flood

Hell in high water, floods are a leading cause of death in the outdoors. Here are some pointers to play it safe.

Written by Steve Graepel September 01, 2017

Stranded, Arctic Rowers End Expedition With 11 World Records

An international crew of rowers paddled 600 miles in nine days, reaching the farthest northern point by rowboat. They set 11 world records before ending…

Written by Nate Mitka August 31, 2017

Future Of Surf? We Ride NLand’s On-Demand Ocean

Perfect surfable waves every 2 minutes, all day long… that is the reality at NLand, a one-of-a-kind venue outside of Austin, Texas.

Written by Sponsored Post August 30, 2017

Bass Pro Shops Provides 80 Boats For Hurricane Relief

In response to Hurricane Harvey, Bass Pro Shops is providing 80 Tracker boats to government agencies and rescue organizations along with more than $40,000 in…

Written by Nate Mitka August 29, 2017

Doggy Paddle: Tips to SUP With Your Pup

Sure, paddling with a dog looks easy and fun on Instagram, but for the unprepared it can be frustrating, unsteady, and potentially dangerous. Here’s what…

Written by Mallory Paige August 25, 2017

How To (Legally) Catch a Great White Shark

The OCEARCH custom fitted a retired crab boat to excel at catching sharks. It’s also one of the only vessels used for legally catching sharks.

Written by Nate Mitka August 24, 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 Sponsored Post August 23, 2017

Meet The Skin-On-Frame Canoe Cleaning Midwestern Rivers

With a thin, translucent skin and weighing barely more than a loaded backpack, the Wilderness Traveler exemplifies what it meant to ‘be out on the…

Written by Michael Anderson August 14, 2017

The Best Gear That Costs Almost Nothing: Ziploc Bags

Good old-fashioned simplicity is often the most attractive solution.

Written by Lee Crosson August 10, 2017

The Best Wetsuits to ‘Swim, Run, Repeat’

Swim. Run. Repeat. That’s the recipe for the surprisingly addictive challenge of swimrun. We tested four purpose built wetsuits designed for this burgeoning new sport.

Written by Andrew Magness August 09, 2017