Paddling Archives

Explore Hundreds of Miles of Whitewater in ‘Coast Mountain Chronicles’

Expansive, wild, scenic, steep, deep, inspiring. NRS holds nothing back in its upcoming whitewater film.

Written by Mary Murphy April 14, 2023

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Pair of XTRATUF Après Fish Slides

This week, three lucky winners will win a pair of XTRATUF Après Fish Slides.

Resurrecting Long Plank Canoes: California’s Chumash Tomol Builder Pays Homage

Alan Salazar has been building authentic Chumash canoe tomols since 1997 and recreating a treacherous journey his Native American ancestors used them to make.

Written by Will Brendza April 14, 2023

My Hips Don’t Lie: The Problem (And Some Solutions) With Women’s Wetsuits

The surf industry has made progress in bringing attention to this niche product, but women still have gripes over fit.

Written by Jackie Connor April 13, 2023

Watch Dane Jackson Kayak the ‘Steepest Rideable Waterfall Section in the World’

Dane Jackson paddled down one of the steepest navigable river sections on the planet — the Santo Domingo Gorge in Chiapas, Mexico.

Written by Bryon Dorr April 12, 2023

Surfboard Made From Leaves? ‘Greenhouse’ Targets Sustainable Alternative to PU Foam

To replace polymer-based components, Greenhouse Surfboards is engineering the world’s first eco-friendly board made entirely out of palm leaves.

Written by Paige Triola April 04, 2023

‘Surfing Is Life’ to Seiichi Sano, the Oldest Man to Catch a Wave

“I have never thought of myself as an old person,” the 89-year-old told the Associated Press. “I never had the feeling that I couldn’t surf.”

Written by Andrew Marshall April 03, 2023

Peep the Trailer for This Film About Irish (Yes, Irish!) Surf Culture

The trailer for this Irish surf film deals with politics and history. But don’t worry. There are plenty of waves to be caught.

Written by Andrew Marshall April 03, 2023

Sailing Enters the Metaverse: ‘The Ocean Race’ Casts Off With Its Virtual Regatta Simulator

The toughest race on the ocean and a virtual regatta meet in the metaverse.

Written by Mary Murphy March 31, 2023

All Back, No Pack: First Look at Red Paddle’s ‘Transforming’ SUP Carrier

A new generation of “transforming” gear is here. And Red Paddle’s ATB Transformer Bag is part of the wave.

Written by Mary Murphy March 31, 2023

Sail the Arctic Seas: ‘Dream Trip’ Includes Fjords, Whales, Polar Bears, and More

Grab the rigging and haul up the sails. You’re about to embark on a trip to one of the most remote places on the planet:…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 31, 2023

Watch a Big Wave Thrash Kai Lenny, and Crash a Jetski

Kai Lenny is very good at surfing very big waves. But he still needed a jetski and a helicopter to escape the monster surf in…

Written by Sam Anderson March 29, 2023

Want to Raft This Spring? Alpacka Packrafts Are ‘Ready to Ship’

When you order from Alpacka Packrafts, your raft will be delivered in just two days, thanks to its new ‘Ready to Ship’ program.

Written by Mary Murphy March 24, 2023

Old Town Celebrates 125th Birthday With Haunting ‘Ghost’ Color Scheme

Grey Ghost may sound like a superhero from the golden age of comics, but it’s actually Old Town’s freshest limited-edition color scheme.

Written by Andrew Marshall March 24, 2023

Iconic Paddling Race Returns to Hawaii’s ‘Channel of Bones’

Heavy waves and wild weather commonly wrack the 32-mile passage at the world-famous M2O. This July, athletes return for the first time in 3 years.

Written by Sam Anderson March 23, 2023

The Best New Wetsuits of 2023

Wetsuits are having a moment. There’s a rising tide of sustainable alternatives giving neoprene a run for its money. Here are our favorite suits of…

Written by Drew Zieff March 22, 2023

Dane Jackson Tests Latest Antix Kayak on Zambezi Whitewater

There’s no better place to test out a new kayak than in some of the biggest rapids in the world — if you’re Dane Jackson.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 21, 2023

Why Alternatives to Petroleum-Based Neoprene Are Now Better Than Ever

A recent interview with Patagonia’s wetsuit developer got us thinking: are sustainable, non-neoprene wetsuits finally on par with the rest of the market?

Written by Drew Zieff March 21, 2023

Europe Declares Its First ‘Wild River’ National Park, and It’s Not Where You Think

The central-European country set aside the 248-mile Vjosa ‘as a living, free-flowing river, to the benefit of people and nature.’

Written by Andrew Marshall March 16, 2023

Underwater Snowboard-Making With Signal (Throwback Thursday)

Is it possible to bind together a snowboard using natural water pressure 100 feet deep in the ocean? Yes and no.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 16, 2023

Watch ‘Chicas al Agua’ Take on Patagonia Rapids

Watch an instructor for Chicas al Agua, an organization that seeks to get women out on the water, lead a paddle group down Patagonia’s rapids.

Written by Sam Anderson March 15, 2023

‘Magic’ Surfboard? Slater Designs Sci-Fi 2.0 Review

The future of surf is here. After testing the Sci-Fi 2.0, we break down one of 11-time World Champ Kelly Slater’s most futuristic designs.

Written by Mike Misselwitz March 15, 2023

Level Up Your Rafting Guide Skills With OARS’ 5-Part Video Series

As guide companies start staffing up for the summer, now’s the perfect time to take a peak into what it means to be a river…

Written by Andrew Marshall March 10, 2023

Kokopelli Chasm Lite Review: Touring on the Most Packable SUP Ever

Rarely do I look at a piece of gear and doubt its efficacy due to its size. Never fear, once inflated, this packable SUP speaks…

Written by Mary Murphy March 10, 2023

Hunter Jones, Dane Anderson Explore the Oregon Coast in ‘Up North’

Looking for a breezy surfing-filled buddy comedy? Sanuk’s latest edit has the good vibes you need.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 10, 2023

NSP’s CocoFlax Review: These Surfboards & Paddleboards Made From Coconut Are the Real Deal

Using raw coconut husk fibers, flax fiber rails, and an eco-friendly bio-resin, NSP has created an eco-board with an unmatched strength-to-weight ratio.

Written by Rebecca Parsons March 08, 2023