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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

First Packraft Descent of the Little White’s Class V — Including Spirit Falls

Warning: Attempt Class V whitewater packrafting at your own risk.

Written by Mary Murphy June 05, 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

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

Pyranha Debuts the Firecracker: Short Playful Half-Slice Whitewater Kayak

The Pyranha Firecracker is the latest half-slice whitewater kayak. It’s an 8-foot super-playful design appropriate for beginners and hucksters alike.

Written by Bryon Dorr February 16, 2023

Whitewater Highlight Reel Rips Through Uganda, Kenya, Chile, and Beyond

You might not have known that epic whitewater roared in Africa — and if not, here’s your chance to sharpen up.

Written by Sam Anderson January 06, 2023

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

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

Dane Jackson Stakeout 2022: Whitewater Freestyle Nirvana

The best whitewater kayakers on the planet flock to eastern Canada every spring. This 2022 ‘Stakeout’ edit from Dane Jackson showcases why.

Written by Bryon Dorr October 21, 2022

Kayakers Battle the Stout Rapids of West Virginia’s Red Creek

Stout rapids meet scientific narration in a grassroots documentary where kayakers battle their way down West Virginia’s Red Creek.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 27, 2022

Watch: Deep Dive and Test of Pyranha’s Latest Creek Boat, the Scorch

Watch the Pyranha Scorch thread rapids and shred whitewater in this clip. Bren Orton goes deep to explain the boat’s design and many nuances.

Written by Sam Anderson July 21, 2022

Style & Freestyle Down Norway’s Massive Rapids With Bren Orton

In this edit from Send It, a professional paddler embarks on an epic tour of Norway’s most exceptional whitewater. Coolio handles the tunes.

Written by Jilli Cluff July 19, 2022

Whitewater Park Tragedy: Teen Surfer Dies After Being Trapped Underwater

Friends pulled 17-year-old Ben Murphy from the water at the Bend Whitewater Water Park on Saturday; however, it was confirmed he passed away on Sunday.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 03, 2022

Apex Watercraft to Make Whitewater Kayaks: Eric Jackson Brings Us the Ringer

Eric Jackson’s new kayak company, Apex Watercraft — builder of crazy high-end fishing kayaks — will release its first whitewater kayak in 2022.

Written by Bryon Dorr December 28, 2021

Upside Down and Backward: Dane Jackson Still Wins the 2021 Green Race

Dane Jackson does it again, winning the coveted glass trophy for the overall win at the 2021 Green Race. But the elusive 4-minute barrier remains…

Written by Bryon Dorr November 09, 2021

American Whitewater Pens New Safety Guidelines for River Runners

Today, American Whitewater released a new responsibility code for river runners. Check out the updated safety guidelines and 7 Paddle Wise principles.

Written by Mary Murphy May 19, 2021

Illegal Skateboarding Launched This Cutting-Edge Helmet Brand: Here’s How

Sweet Protection builds some of the most advanced ski, bike, and whitewater helmets on the planet. But its roots trace back to illegal halfpipes hidden…

Written by Sponsored Post December 09, 2019

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