Paddling

Huge Waterfall, High Consequence Kayak Comp

What’s a world championship worth? Expert kayakers put life and limb at risk in latest contest.

Written by Sean McCoy April 15, 2015

The Scariest Wave In The World

Fat as it is tall, The Right is terrifying to watch, much less ride.

Written by Sean McCoy April 08, 2015

Strongest Canoe Ever Made?

It was still seaworthy after being tossed from a 100 foot building, pummeled with a sledgehammer, and wrapped around a rock.

Written by Eric Lemke March 25, 2015

‘Grow’ Surfboard From Mushrooms

The roots of mushrooms can be used to make all sorts of objects, so why not a surfboard?

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 17, 2015

Cave Diving: A New Frontier

Want to experience some of the best cave diving in the world? Head to Florida.

Written by Sean McCoy February 18, 2015

Kayaker Blinded By His Sombrero 40ft Above Waterfall

The sombrero blinds him and hilarity ensues.

Written by Eric Lemke February 18, 2015

Man Breaks Through Frozen River To Save Dog

Courage, heart … and chattering teeth.

Written by Sean McCoy February 16, 2015

2015 Chevy Colorado: Tent In Bed And Gear Hauling Tricks

The GearOn Edition has outdoor lovers in mind with a versatile system to carry anything from bikes to kayaks to a tent in the truck…

Written by Sean McCoy February 13, 2015

Into The Mind Of A Big Wave Surfer

Greg Long talks about risks, rewards and the passion of riding the world’s biggest waves.

Written by Sean McCoy February 13, 2015

No Brakes! Skier Falls Through Ice

If there was ever any question that skiing on thin ice was a bad idea.

Written by Eric Lemke February 11, 2015

Oblivion Of Ice… Paddling Frozen Lake Michigan

A lone paddle-boarder drifting over turquoise winter waters, among icebergs, and along the edge of a surreal frozen world…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 29, 2015

30 Seconds Of Cold: Man SUPs Frozen Lake Michigan

This super short edit is beautiful, odd and makes us want to watch more icy SUPing.

Written by Sean McCoy January 28, 2015

Kayaker Puts Christmas Thief Up Creek Without Paddle

If you’re going to steal a kayak, better take a paddle too!

Written by Sean McCoy December 26, 2014

Kayak-Like 'Pack Raft' Built To Run Serious Whitewater

The Alpackalypse is a whitewater-capable pack raft that can be stowed in a backpack and take on more whitewater than most average paddlers will want…

Written by Sean McCoy November 29, 2014

Surfing The Blizzard

Freezing temps and dumping snow? Time to grab the surfboard and get stoked!

Written by Sean McCoy November 24, 2014

'SplitSUP' Catamaran SUP Board

Double the fun with two hulls? This SUP manufacturer thinks so!

Written by Sean McCoy November 10, 2014

Amphibious 'Quadski' ATV For Land, Water

If you already own everything and need an excuse to spend $40,000, you can ride your ATV into a lake.

Written by Sean McCoy November 05, 2014

Paddling 2,000 Miles To Protect The BWCA

One couple is traveling 2,000 miles in opposition to proposed mining that they say will damage the pristine ecosystem of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.

Written by Sean McCoy October 20, 2014

It’s A Boat, A Plane, A Camper!

Coming soon, a sport airplane that the company calls the “most versatile ever.” Meet the MVP.

Written by Sean McCoy October 09, 2014

First Look: Big Water Tenkara Rod

Tenkara fishing rods have boomed in popularity during the last year as an ultralight, simple rig to tuck into backpacks and fish small water. The…

Written by Sean McCoy October 07, 2014

'Wizard's Eye' Sailboat On 5-Year Voyage In Search Of Adventure

Ever want to chuck it all and travel the world on a boat? This new video shows how.

Written by Stephen Regenold October 06, 2014

High-Top ‘Water Shoes’ Put To Test

They look like streetwear high-tops, but these shoes are built for water.

Written by Sean McCoy September 08, 2014

In A Blast, One Dam Falls (River Runs Free)

Watch the remainder of a dam that held back the Elwha River for more than 100 years vanish in a cloud of dust and debris.

Written by Sean McCoy August 28, 2014

Sunscreen? The Answer Is 'Yes'

Skin damage and skin cancer is a risk for anyone, but for those of us who spend hours, days and weeks at a time outside,…

Written by Patrick Murphy August 19, 2014

Video: Seal Hops A Ride With Surfer

This surfer’s encounter with a seal pup is as unusual as it is fun.

Written by Sean McCoy August 05, 2014

Story Behind Owl Rescued by Kayak

We got to the bottom of this photo of an owl rescued by a kayaker.

Written by Patrick Murphy July 02, 2014

Shark! Sonar Buoys May Warn Beachgoers

It’s not a reality just yet, but a project currently in R&D aims to use sonar, satellites and smartphones to warn swimmers when a shark…

Written by Sean McCoy June 30, 2014

Video: GoPro, SUP And A Drone

Flying a GoPro just feet in front of a SUP surfer brings a beautiful new perspective.

Written by Sean McCoy June 30, 2014

5 Swimsuits I'd Like To Wear Cliff Jumping

Summer is here and so is swimsuit season. These five women’s swimsuits are our editor’s favorites to wear while being active in the water.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling June 26, 2014

'I Suck At SUP, But Man It's Fun'

Last weekend a GearJunkie editor raced a stand up paddle board down three miles of class I and II whitewater in the GoPro Mountain Games.…

Written by Sean McCoy June 19, 2014

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