Check out my short video edit from Mexico

by ericjackson | Jan 17, 2014 | Creeking, JK Team Posts, the athlete, Whitewater

On the plane ride home from Mexico, I put this edit together of our Mexico trip in the Jackson Karma using GoPro Studio.      We took my Phantom Quad on the trip and got some epic shots, of which I am not putting all of them here, but you’ll get a taste of it!  ...

Good Karma in Mexico

by ericjackson | Jan 13, 2014 | EJ Thoughts, JK Team Posts, the athlete, Trips, Whitewater

Veracruz, Mexico is home to rugged mountains, jungle, wonderful people, and epic whitewater.     In 2006 a first descent Expedition lead by Ben Stookeberry, with Rafa Ortiz, Nick Troutman, Phil Boyer, Eric Seymore, Darin Mcquoid,  Heather Herbeck, and I opened up the...

Happy New Year Video From Jackson Kayak Team!

by ericjackson | Jan 1, 2014 | Whitewater

2013 was a great year for paddling kayaks!  Team JK shows off some of their moments on the water in this video, edited by Dane.    Fun stuff!  Fishing, Whitewater, SUP, and lots of smiles!   Thank you for a wonderful year everyone- and let’s bring in 2014 with a...

Good Karma- Can’t Live Without It!

by ericjackson | Mar 19, 2013 | Creeking, Whitewater

I didn’t realize how much of a difference the Karma was going to make in my river running and creek-boating experience.     Paddling this boat has been such a joy.    I am affectionately calling it the “Good Karma” now, as it feels just like that.  ...

Out of Africa-2013- an Essay by EJ

by ericjackson | Mar 3, 2013 | EJ Thoughts, Playboating, the athlete, Trip Reports, Whitewater

Out of Africa-2013 Being an athlete and professional kayaker, for almost 30 years- full time since 1984 has its chapters, successes, failures, and makes for a good story;  for as long as I truly am in the arena, trying my hardest to be the best.    The moment I give...

Big Banana Day- Revisiting the 2007 Expeditions Greatest Success- the new Staple Run in Mexico

by ericjackson | Feb 6, 2013 | Uncategorized

Here is the Video Edit by Dane of the trip you are reading about below… [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_0fArmpwUg [/youtube] One of the staple runs in Mexico is the Big Banana section.    This section of river was first explored in 2007 by the team...

Balance- Fulfillment- Hardship-Fun- Success- Challenge- EJ’s Thoughts Today…

by ericjackson | Feb 4, 2013 | EJ Thoughts, Whitewater

Life as a human being is and can be difficult for anyone.   Emotions and our desire for things greater than a comfortable survival with enough food, water, and warmth to get by make living up to our expectations mentally and physically difficult.   Our quest for love...

Kellogg Family on Today Show at 9:40 Eastern- TODAY!

by ericjackson | Jan 28, 2013 | JK Media, Kid's Kayaks, Whitewater

Want to see one of the most amazing families?  Check out the Kellogg Family- with 12 kids, living in an RV (here at Rock Island this winter!) and now on the Today Show…  30 minutes from when I am writing this- sorry for the short notice!!     Here is their team...

2013 Whitewater Kayaking Competition Season is underway- Mexico Creek Racing- Alseseca Race- Veracruz- Karma report

by ericjackson | Jan 19, 2013 | Creeking, the athlete, Whitewater

It is winter time in the Northern Hemisphere, but here in Veracruz we are so far south that winter is like a mild summer day in TN.   Highs in the 80’s, lows in the 60’s- a mix of sun and clouds most days.    However this is like a cloud forest area and the fog  comes...

EJ’s Year End Review of all things Jackson

by ericjackson | Dec 31, 2012 | EJ Thoughts, Whitewater, Wrap Ups

It is the end of one year and the beginning of another.   This is the time most people look back on the year in retrospect and create or renew vows for the coming year.   In doing so, you get a better perspective on life, remembering so many of the little blessings...

Dane Jackson- a Father’s Essay

by ericjackson | Dec 21, 2012 | EJ Thoughts, JK Team Posts, the athlete, Whitewater

There are moments in people’s lives where they look up from what they are doing, and recognize the achievements and talents of others due to some incredible feat, result, or action, or all of the above.    This is one of those moments for many people, including...

Jackson Kayak/GoPro “Levator” Elevated Mount for Kayaks Now Available for Purchase!

by ericjackson | Dec 13, 2012 | the innovator, Whitewater

Taking photos or video of kayaking has never been easier than it is today with the invention of the GoPro camera and mounts that work on helmets, boats, paddles, etc..    There is one angle that is almost never seen and produces the most impressive shots in kayaking,...