The Kokatat Ronin Pro Rescue PFD Review When someone mentions Kokatat, the first thing that comes to mind is the GMER dry suit and Rogue dry top. Both have a reputation for being the best outer layers on the market. The name Kokatat is synonymous with superior customer service, being a “lifetime” product (or as [...] [...more]
The Sweet Shambala Neoprene Kayaking Shorts Review Boating shorts are boating shorts right? All board shorts are created equal? Well, not really… While there are plenty of great options for kayaking trunks, there are also some important features that often get overlooked when shopping for an item as simple as shorts. The Sweet Shambala’s are [...] [...more]
Sweet Shadrach GORE TEX Dry Top Review Products manufactured by Sweet Protection are fun to write about for product reviews. They are functional, stylish, fit well, have incredible attention to detail, and are very durable. Their whitewater and snow sports helmets are arguably the best in the world. Check out any Bombflow Video, and take [...] [...more]
The Astral Buoyancy Sea Wolf PFD The Green Jacket is considered by many to be an industry standard as far as whitewater rescue vests go. Offering comfort, great protection, loads of style and superior build quality, the GJ has become a legend. When we got wind of a new Astral PFD we were all ears. [...] [...more]
Paddle Monster. A Kayak Movie for Kids, Reviewed By A Kid. If your kid is ready to paddle they should see the movie Paddle Monster. They will learn all the things you need to know about paddling. Here are some of the things you will need to know that are in the movie. Boat types: [...] [...more]
Kokatat NeoCore and GORE TEX Paddle Jacket Review Kokatat has a reputation for making Paddlesports gear of the highest level. Their focus has been on whitewater kayaking and sea kayaking equipment for a long time. Most of their line is built in Arcata, CA. The warranty that backs their products, and customer service is second [...] [...more]
The Sweet Protection Strutter and Shambala Product Reviews Sweet Protection has a reputation of delivering the finest sporting equipment in the world to their consumers. The company was founded in 2000, and and began building ski and snowboard helmets, that gained the attention of the worlds top snow sports athletes such as Terje Håkonsen. Ever [...] [...more]
Astral Buoyancy Camino PFD Review The Camino features Astral’s breathable Airescape Technology (patent pending) which helps to regulate the paddler’s body temperature on hot days, while allowing maximum air flow through breathable garments on cold days (meaning it lets that Kokatat dry suit do its job in the cold Colorado snow melt). Airescape works in [...] [...more]
The Snap Dragon Armortex Spray Skirt Review You’d think that at my age I would have learned that it’s better to spend a bit extra and get the best when you need it. I guess I’m a slow learner. I took up kayaking two years ago at age 51. I live in Nepal and I [...] [...more]
Jackson Cuda Review with Drew Gregory The Coosa was Jackson’s first true fishing kayak. It was an enormous success, especially considering the fact that JK is known for whitewater boats, and not for products that assist you in slaying bass and trout. JK’s got a few secret weapons in regards to their fishing kayak popularity. [...] [...more]