Paddling

In ‘A River Out of Time,’ Raft Group Explores Dying Green and Colorado Rivers

In ‘A River Out of Time,’ a group recreates a legendary river trip to see how climate change and development have changed things.

Written by Will Brendza December 27, 2022

These Canoers Paddled 200 Miles Through the Middle of Nowhere, Canada

Want to see everything — and I mean everything — that goes into a 17-day backcountry canoe trip? Then tune in here.

Written by Sam Anderson December 21, 2022

The Other Wild Side of New Orleans: Kayaking, Hiking, Biking Around the Big Easy

New Orleans is known for its music, food, and culture. But the beauty of the bayous and nature preserves is an unspoken attraction.

Written by Ariel Frager December 20, 2022

The Ice Beard Returneth: Surfing Lake Superior in Winter

It’s that magical time of year when a growing boy only has one thing on his mind — how epic his ice beard looks.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 16, 2022

The YakAttack Ultimate Giveaway: Win $5K in Kayaking & Fishing Gear

The countdown is on. Only 19 days remain to enter for your chance to win a fully loaded Christmas kayak giveaway from Yakattack.

Written by Rebecca Ross December 15, 2022

Sea-to-Sierra Trips in Baja California Sur: A Guide to Surfing and Canyon Trekking Cortez

Trips in Baja California Sur contain charming hospitality, ample adventuring, and mind-blowing scenery. This guide has it all, from where to surf and hike to…

Written by Drew Zieff December 14, 2022

Valo Hyperfoil: High-Speed Luxury Foiling Personal Watercraft

The Boundary Layer Technologies Valo Hyperfoil is one-part PWC, one-part luxury yacht, and one-part semi-autonomous hydrofoil. It is all-the-parts cool, and we want to ride…

Written by Nick Schoeps December 07, 2022

Gorgeous Glacial Views: Sea Kayaking Through the ‘Bergs of Iceland

This short clip from NRS oozes soothing, calm vibes, thanks to some gorgeous sea kayaking through Iceland.

Written by Mary Murphy December 07, 2022

Inside GearJunkie’s 30-Hour Adventure Race: What It Took to Finish

Team GearJunkie biked, paddled, and trekked for 130-plus miles (for 28 hours straight!) to claim fourth place overall in the USARA National Championship adventure race.

Written by Stephen Regenold December 07, 2022

Running the North Fork River: Classic Class V Lines With Nouria Newman

Nouria Newman uploaded an impressive clip last month of some whitewater. ‘A few lines on the North Fork Payette …’ she noted. A few massive…

Written by Mary Murphy December 06, 2022

Go Whitewater Kayaking in the Stikine River With Dane Jackson — In POV

Want to experience fear but not danger? Try going POV in tumbling whitewater with extreme kayaker Dane Jackson.

Written by Sam Anderson December 05, 2022

Watch ‘We Are the Water’: How the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Is Protecting Ancestral Land

Three generations of women from the Tsleil-Waututh Nation fight against the expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline in “We Are the Water.”

Written by Rebecca Ross December 02, 2022

2023 Manitou Explore Review: Sleek Luxury Pontoon Ready to Make Waves

We took the 2023 Manitou Explore Pontoon prototype out for a test drive in Florida to see what this luxury, family boat is all about.

Written by Heather Lea December 02, 2022

‘Raw, Powerful Place’: Pro Surfer Talks Catching Waves in Iceland as Part of Film Project

Pro athlete Pete Devries surfed Iceland’s frigid waters as part of Arc’teryx’s ‘Creation Theory’ film project. It was his ‘gnarliest surf trip ever.’

Now Available to Stream Online: Watch the Insanity That Is ‘The Race to Alaska’

‘The Race to Alaska: The Story of the Best Worst Idea’ is available to stream nationally beginning November 29.

Written by Mary Murphy November 29, 2022

Italian Lorenzo Casati Crowned Red Bull ‘King of the Air’ 2022

You don’t have to be a kiteboarding expert to understand that this Italian teenager represents a peak moment in this growing sport.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 28, 2022

Tristan Bussell Checks Off Kayaking Down a Waterfall Before He Dies

Tristan Bussell, 36, is crossing things off his bucket list, starting with kayaking Husum Falls.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 25, 2022

‘Anywhere From Here’: Skiing and Surfing on Vancouver Island

British Columbia’s Vancouver Island has everything, from skiing the slopes to surfing the waves.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 23, 2022

Visiting the Deepest Lake in America: A Guide to Crater Lake National Park

As the deepest lake in America and the third deepest lake in the world at 1,943 ft. deep, Crater Lake is quite a pure blue…

Written by Xiaoling Keller November 22, 2022

Green Race 2022 Highlight Reel: 4-Minute Barrier Broken

Not to be missed, is the highlight reel from the 27th annual Green River Narrows Race, where ‘Wishful Thinking’ prevailed in 2022.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 17, 2022

Wish Summer Was Still Here? Check Out This Freesurfing Film

If your speed this winter is less snowboots and layering, and more finding barrels and sipping cerveza, then this Billabong clip is for you.

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

This Mom-and-Pop, Direct-to-Consumer Wetsuit Brand Won’t Break the Bank

For any surfer who lives a few clicks north or south of the equator, a wetsuit is the most important piece of gear after the…

Dragon Alliance Makes Fishing Sunglasses — They’re Great

The new Dragon Alliance fishing sunglasses flawlessly compete with other top fishing brands in the mid-price range. The bonus to these shades? They float.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri November 10, 2022

The Ice Queen: Sveta Vold and the Night Water Butterflies Are the ‘Chillest Humans’

When Sveta Vold first moved to America in 2011, no one here thought swimming in a frozen lake was a sane idea. But it was…

Not Just ‘Wishful Thinking:’ Dane Jackson Goes Sub 4 Minutes in the Green Race

Dane Jackson just broke the 4-minute barrier in the Green Race. This is an important moment in history for whitewater kayaking.

Written by Bryon Dorr November 08, 2022

5 Waves to Watch This Winter: The Best Waves in the World and When to Go

Winter is prime time for big waves. Whether you’re a surfer who chases them or a spectator who simply enjoys marveling at their splendor, they’re…

Written by Rebecca Parsons November 07, 2022

Need Inspiration for Adventurous Gifts? Explore REI’s Gift Center

Navigating the thousands of possible gifts for outdoor enthusiasts in your life can be overwhelming. The REI Co-op Gift Center aims to ease your burden.

A Guide to Exploring the Newest US National Park: New River Gorge Park & Preserve

In 2021, West Virginia’s New River Gorge became the 63rd national park in the U.S. It offers whitewater rafting, free primitive camping, and much more.

Written by Xiaoling Keller November 01, 2022