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Press Release: Oklahoma Steps Up to Take on Rescheduled ICF SUP and Super Cup Events
The International Canoe Federation (ICF) today announced that the 2022 Canoe Sprint Super Cup and the 2022 ICF Stand Up Paddling World Cup previously awarded

News: Level Six launches a virtual raffle to support the Ukrainian Red Cross
To support the Ukrainian Red Cross and help the civilians currently experiencing bombing all over Ukraine, Canadian-based gear manufacturer Level Six launched a virtual raffle

Press Release: Pyranha Kayaks and P&H Sea Kayaks Launch a Fundraiser for Ukraine
UK-Based, Specialist Manufacturer of Canoes and Kayaks, Pyranha and P&H, raises over £60,000 and counting for The Disasters Emergency Committee to help relief efforts in

Interview: MAURUS STROBEL, Indiana Paddle & Surf owner
After more than ten years in the business, the Swiss-based Indiana Paddle & Surf company has found its place in the European and global paddlesport

Interview: JEFF TURNER, Kokatat Sales Director
Kokatat is known for its high-quality dry gear, a reputation well-earned after 50 years in business. In 2021, Kokatat changed ownership and unveiled a new

Magazine: THE RISE OF THE SECOND-HAND MARKET
In the past two years, the industry went suddenly and unexpectedly from looking to get more people into paddle sports to not having enough products

Magazine: INNOVATION IN 2021 – From Challenge, Comes Change
Nearly two years of lockdowns and pandemic-living created new challenges and a new market, bringing inspiration and innovation in nearly every sector of paddlesports. There

Magazine: SHORT STAFFED – All Hands on Deck
Staff shortages are yet another hurdle to navigate in a post-Brexit, pandemic world. From a renewed emphasis on establishing a strong team dynamic to increased

Magazine: LESS IS MORE; MORE IS MORE – The Future of the Trade Show
In an era where nearly everything can be accomplished virtually, how we approach tradeshows may be changing, but they remain an industry staple. The rise

Magazine: ADVENTURE IN YOUR POCKET: Packrafts Rapid Rise in Paddlesports
Packrafting is claiming a place at the proverbial paddle sports table. Once considered niche, packrafting has continued to garner (grudging) respect and acceptance from almost

Magazine: ENDURANCE SPORTS HITS PADDLESPORTS – Finding Pleasure in Pursuit of Pain
For a growing number of paddle sports athletes, endurance paddling and long-distance/endurance racing are gaining popularity and appeal. Your duck your head, turning your cheek

Magazine: BELOW THE SURFACE – A Look at Price Increases in Paddle Sports
For years now, it has been widely agreed that prices need to increase for the industry (and our dealers!) to survive. Those prices are now

Press Release: ICF ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH CAROLINA CUP – The SUP Season Opener for 2022
The International Canoe Federation is excited to announce it has teamed up with one of the biggest stand up paddle events on the planet as

Video: Changing the Flow, Nepal’s 1st Ever Female Rafting Company
In 2018, four paddlers created Nepal’s first ever female rafting company. This is how they did is how their vision came to reality. A story

January 21-23, 2022 – Talloires – Lake Annecy GlaGla Race 2022: Towards a Participation Record?
The GlaGla Race, a unique winter competition in the world, will take place from January 21 to 23, 2022 from Talloires-Montmin – Lake Annecy for