by Emily Jackson | Jul 14, 2012 | Whitewater
World Cup #1- Cardiff Wales and Our Olympic Trials As the race was coming up I was getting super excited to see how I would do. Watching the other women paddle I knew that paddling well wasn’t going to be the hard part but placing higher then last and possibly making...
by Emily Jackson | Jul 11, 2012 | Whitewater
If you haven’t seen them already be sure to check out the nominated paddlers and adventurers for 2012 Canoe and Kayak Paddler of the Year. Both Myself and Dane were nominated for Male and Female Paddler of the year! Be sure to read everyone’s blurb on...
by Emily Jackson | Jul 9, 2012 | Rockstar, Whitewater
It was a great day for team Jackson Kayak as we took top honors in just about every class. Taking top 5 in Pro Men and Top 4 in Pro Women! Top Spots in JR Classes, C-1 and Cadets! The weather was a scorcher with the hottest recorded day in history just 2 hours away in...
by Emily Jackson | Jun 20, 2012 | Whitewater
After my epic time in Dublin, I returned ready to hit the gates. (not literally as that would be a two second penalty…) I had a great week of training, feeling more and more confident on the water. But with little direction on what to improve and what to do it was...
by Emily Jackson | Jun 15, 2012 | Whitewater
After my first session of slalom paddling with comedian and paddler Craig Aytes, he dropped me off at 10pm at a B&B. Little did I know that this place would feel so much during my stay. Kathy, the owner, runs it all on her own and is always looking to help...
by Emily Jackson | Jun 5, 2012 | Rockstar, Whitewater
I arrived in Europe after booking my ticket two days before. Unsure of when I should go I just woke up and said, I think I just need to go, now… So with a short notice and couple Facebook messages I had our English distributors and close friends pick me up well after...
by Emily Jackson | May 25, 2012 | Events, Whitewater
This weekend has a lot to offer if you are anywhere near the great state of Colorado! Today is the first day of the CKS Fest at Colorado Kayak Supply. From on water clinics, to fantastic discounts and deals. This is an event you don’t want to miss. Jackson Kayak has...
by Emily Jackson | May 24, 2012 | Whitewater
I was raised to believe everything you do in life is a choice. You’re born a certain way with certain features and personality traits but everything else is a decision you are making. My Dad always said your not happy or sad, you choose to be happy or sad, you choose...
by Emily Jackson | May 16, 2012 | Whitewater
Emily answers a few questions regarding paddling, the up coming olympic trials and more! http://foammagazine.com/articles/1935-q-a-kayaker-emily-jackson
by Emily Jackson | May 11, 2012 | Uncategorized
Hi Dana, I concur with your review. I demo’d a Fun Runner 70 Sunday on the Shirttail run of the NF American and loved it! You can get a whip lash injury snapping into eddies with that boat! My friend Bird says she jet surfed a FR-60 across the Hole 1 wave at...
by Emily Jackson | May 11, 2012 | Uncategorized
Boat Review: Jackson Fun Runner 60 River Paddled: SFA Date Paddled: Saturday, 05/05/12 River Rating: Class 2 (Higher Spring Flow) Flow: 2500 – 2800 CFS Paddler: Dana Lykins Gender: Male Height: 5’10” Weight: 175 (no gear) Age: 51 Shoe Size:...
by Emily Jackson | May 5, 2012 | Rockstar
Alright FINALLY got it on the water!! The Rockstar that is!! HOLY CRAP WOW!! I LOVE IT!! Not sure why but my confidence got a boost, was surfing waves in spots I normally wouldn’t!! even my kayaking buddy was saying how it changed my confidence level alone!!! I...
