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Lodestone Leashes: Automatic Leash – 2026 Product of the Year (Accessories)
Lodestone Leashes paddleboard leashes keep you attached to your board during normal use, but give reliable, repeatable, automatic release when you need it most—when your
Lettmann welcomes Sophie Gilfillan to the team
“We are proud to welcome Sophie to the team.” Lettmann just welcomed Sophie Gilfillan to their team! With a deep passion for whitewater and undeniable
Peak PS reveal their new Wrapid Fit PFDs
Peak PS’s top-end PFD collection has received a complete design overhaul! Progressing their patented design concept Wrapid Fit, Peak PS just launched four new models
A Dream Paddling Getaway with Level Six and Aqua Bound
If your idea of paradise involves paddling through pristine waters, sleeping in a stunning eco-resort, and testing the latest gear from Level Six and Aqua
A whitewater kayak in Netflix’s Apex!
It is not every day that you see a whitewater kayak on Netflix, though we have not forgotten The River Runner. But it is even
The Wing Group announces acquisition of Kokatat
The Wing Group, a portfolio of leading marine and outdoor brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, FabTek, Henshaw, and Patten, announced the acquisition of Kokatat,
Pyranha Kayaks welcomes Heidi Walsh to the Team
They are always innovating and looking to create the best designs for every kind of kayaker. As someone who loves all things kayaking, having an
Students for Rivers Camp goes Río Marañón, Peru
This August, the River Collective organized its annual Students for Rivers Camp on the Río Marañón in Peru, often called the “Grand Canyon of South
Film Release: Between the Lines
First shown during the Industry Dinner Party at the 2025 Paddle Sports Show, NRS just announced the official digital premiere of Between the Lines, a
Palm Equipment Celebrates 25 Years of Roto-Moulding With One-of-a-Kind Palm × Hobson Eclipse
Palm Equipment Celebrates 25 Years of Roto-Moulding With One-of-a-Kind Palm × Hobson Eclipse Kayak Prize DrawSupporting the launch of the new Whitewater Paddler Memorial Trust!
Peak PS Launches Recycled Neoprene Range in Partnership with Circular Flow
Peak PS has announced a major step forward in sustainable paddlesports gear with the expansion of its Circular Ready initiative and the launch of a
Palm Equipment and Dagger Kayaks Celebrate Twenty-Five Years of Rotomoulding
Palm Equipment marks an important milestone this week as the company celebrates twenty-five years of kayak rotomoulding in Clevedon. The story began in 1999, when
Pyranha Unveils the Wizard: Limited Edition Playboat Magic
First shown in shadow at the Paddle Sports Show in Strasbourg, Pyranha’s latest creation now has a name: the Wizard. Pyranha’s new playboat blends old-school charm with two
Melker of Sweden and Flow Kayaks Announce Strategic Partnership
Melker of Sweden announced a strategic partnership with Flow Kayaks, a leading paddlesports retailer and distributor located in Nottingham, Great Britain. The collaboration marks a pivotal moment
The Paddle Sports Show 2025 | Highlights
What a week it was. The Paddle Sports Show 2025 brought together brands, retailers, athletes, and paddlers from across the globe for three days in