Paddling

19,000 Feet High on a SUP: How One Athlete Set a World Paddleboard Record

Mountaineer Andrew Hughes has raised the official bar for those wishing to paddleboard above the clouds.

Written by Mary Murphy February 20, 2024

eFoiling Quality, Durability, and Affordability Unite: Introducing the Flite AIR

Top-quality efoiling can now be had in a more durable package and at a value price. Introducing the Flite AIR and AIR Pro.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 15, 2024

SealLine Pro Dry Pack Review: The Armored Megamouth of Dry Bags

If you’re on the search for a multiday expedition dry bag, look no further than the SealLine Pro Dry Pack 120L. This pack swallows and…

Written by Sean Jansen February 02, 2024

100+ Days, 1,000 Miles on a SUP: The Gear I Used and Why

What on earth do you pack for a 1,000-mile paddle trip down a saltwater coast? And how on earth do you fit it all on…

Written by Sean Jansen January 17, 2024

GoPro’s Wildest Moments of 2023: Watch the Brand’s Top Picks

GoPro’s best clips from 2023, from erupting volcanoes, to ski base jumping, squirrel suit distance flight records, mountain bike wheelies over narrow canyon bridges, and…

Written by Will Brendza December 19, 2023

Pushing the Limits of a (Realistic) Kayak Launch: This ‘Race’ Is Unhinged

Who needs rivers when you’ve got a drainage ditch and some rain?

Written by Mary Murphy December 18, 2023

The Most Wholesome Snow Day Throwback: Kayaking in the Snow

A father willing to take a whole day, bundle up, strap on a harness and work gloves, and drag a slippery kayak (plus kid) uphill…

Written by Mary Murphy December 13, 2023

A Year of Sends: Senders Team Delivers Stunning Reel of Past Drops

If you like kayaking and can only watch one inspiration video the rest of the year, let this be it.

Written by Mary Murphy December 12, 2023

‘Older Than Penicillin’: Duluth Pack Celebrates 141 Years With Birthday Sale

The venerable Minnesota brand turns 141 on December 12. To mark the occasion, Duluth Pack is offering a buy one/get one gift card sale.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 11, 2023

‘The Dream of All Class V Paddlers’: Paddling Northern BC’s Stikine Stout

What makes you feel alive? What emotions do you get running a river as gorgeous as this one? This is what paddling is all about.

Written by Mary Murphy December 11, 2023

Icy Kayaking: Aniol Serrasolses Styles ‘World’s Highest Glacier Waterfall Drop’

Aniol Serrasolses went on a glacial expedition, not to go climbing, but instead to find waterfalls to fall off of in a kayak.

Written by Mary Murphy December 05, 2023

Holiday Paddle Sale: This Winter, Save Big on Gear for Spring

Looking for a perfect gift for the kayaker, paddleboarder, angler, or canoeist in your life? The NRS Holiday Sale is a great place to shop.

Written by Mary Murphy November 22, 2023

The Best Time to Buy an ISLE SUP Is Right Now

If you’re in the market for a SUP, ISLE’s early Black Friday deal is too good to ignore.

Written by Mary Murphy November 22, 2023

Kayaking 50 Miles in 1 Day, on Class IV: Spicy Highlights From Idaho’s Payette River

If you happen to kayak sections in the Upper South Fork of the Payette River, expect a long day of paddling — and a lot…

Written by Mary Murphy November 15, 2023

Attention, Boaters: Soul Reveals SuperSkipper and SuperSkip RR Whitewater Kayaks

Corran Addison aims to once again make a big mark on the history of whitewater kayak design with the Soul Super Skipper and Super Skip…

Written by Bryon Dorr November 09, 2023

Alpacka Raft Ghost Review: Minimalist Alpine Lake Exploration With an Ultralight Packraft

This is what a sub-3-pound packraft system will get you — and how far it can get you — in the alpine.

Written by Alli Hartz November 02, 2023

2023 Freestyle Kayak World Championships: Underdogs Rise Up

The 2023 Freestyle Kayak World Championships was a wild rollercoaster, with the underdog rising to the top more than once.

Written by Kathy Holcombe October 17, 2023

2 km of Whitewater, Waterfalls, Endless Fun: Stout and Stoke in Scotland

Yes, Scotland has great whitewater! Here’s just a taste of what the country has to offer in a clean, laidback film dubbed ‘Stoke.’

Written by Mary Murphy October 02, 2023

Austria’s Oetz River Needs Your Help — Here’s What You Can Do

This series of short videos from NRS sheds light on the plight of one of Austria’s wildest, most scenic rivers.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 21, 2023

Capable Roof Cradle That Folds Down Small: Küat Class 4 Kayak Rack Review

This folding kayak roof rack seems neat on spec, but is even more awesome than we thought after rigorous testing.

Written by Mary Murphy September 06, 2023

Hiking Over to Drop Into ‘Perfect’ Whitewater: Sending Cali’s Cherry Bomb Gorge

Is there a better section of whitewater river in the world? With this crew, their stoke, and based on this edit, I’d say no.

Written by Mary Murphy August 29, 2023

‘Sheri’ Reveals the Amazing Woman Behind Alpacka Raft

What does it take to build the next generation of packrafts? Apparently, just an adventurous kid and one of the coolest moms ever.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 25, 2023

Beginner-Friendly BOTE WULF Aero 10’4″ Is the Sweet Spot for SUPs

The BOTE WULF Aero 10’4″ inflatable paddleboard has the ideal mix of stability, balanced size, and maneuverability for a beginner SUPer.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 18, 2023

Isle Pioneer Pro SUP, a Definitive Review: The Most Maneuverable Inflatable Paddleboard

The Isle Pioneer Pro is an inflatable paddleboard that’s rigid yet still portable and easy to store. Learn why we liked it, and who it’s…

Written by Berne Broudy August 15, 2023

Aquaglide Cirrus Ultralight 110 Review: The Lightest, Most Packable Inflatable Kayak

The easy-to-transport Aquaglide Cirrus Ultralight 110 is the lightest inflatable kayak for your expeditions. Check out our review!

Written by Berne Broudy August 14, 2023

Decathlon Itiwit Adult Ultra SUP Review: Basic, Budget, Too Barebones?

For minimalist paddleboard outings, the Itiwit Ultra Compact SUP is a lightweight, versatile, and affordable option.

Written by Alex Tzelnic August 08, 2023

Paddle Like a Kayak, Stand Like a SUP: STAGE 2SIDE Double-Sided Paddle Review

Can one paddle really do it all? The double-sided, adjustable, multi-configuration STAGE 2SIDE SUP Paddle is one of the most versatile paddles on the market…

Written by Mary Murphy August 01, 2023