A Reflection of the Past 16 Years of Competing in World Championships by Will Richardson | Feb 6, 2005 | Heros, Rockers, WhitewaterFebruary 6, 2005 In 1981, I confided in the only person I knew that wouldn’t think I was an egomaniac, that I was going to be the world kayak champion one day. That was Wayne Hockmeyer, over a game of Tron at his Northern Outdoors lodge. Wayne seemed to believe...
Hero and Super Hero are our new River Running/Creekboats to replace the Charger name! by Will Richardson | Jan 19, 2005 | Heros, WhitewaterJanuary 19, 2005 Last year Dane came up with three sizes of the River Running Creekboat and I forgot all about it. The Heroine, Hero, and Super Hero. For you ladies out there, I hope you aren’t offended that I bagged the Heroine name, because it’s homonym...
Manly Beach by Will Richardson | Jan 18, 2005 | Heros, Rockers, WhitewaterJanuary 18, 2005 Photos Two big things happened today. 1. Jackson Kayak has left the starting line for the 2005 season. We closed the doors to the shop on December 20th and reopened them today. John Ratliff is the head honch/big cheese in charge of making sure that...
Horizon Line Kayak Shop in Penrith, Australia is a friend to Jackson Kayak by Will Richardson | Jan 17, 2005 | Heros, WhitewaterHorizon Line Kayak Shop in Penrith, Australia is a friend to Jackson Kayak January 17, 2005 I am very excited to see the kind of support we are getting for our fledgling brand in its first quarter here in Australia from Horizon Line. They could have easily just said,...
First look at the new River Running/Creek boats, the Charger and Super Charger by Will Richardson | Jan 11, 2005 | Heros, Rockers, WhitewaterFirst look at the new River Running/Creek boats, the Charger and Super Charger January 11, 2005 Well, the Jackson Kayak lineup is coming together quite nicely I must say. The final designs to complete the Jackson Kayak boat line in plastic boats will be the Charger...
Super Star gets put to the test at Gauley, and now at Rock Island- Big Boaters deserve the same attention the little ones do. Emily gets the Star, I get the All-Star, and now, finally, the Super Star will put a smile on anybody that is over the norm in size. by Will Richardson | Sep 1, 2004 | Heros, WhitewaterOctober 1, 2004 What size is the Super Star? The Specs: 6’4" long 26.5" wide 13.5" tall Weight 33 pounds (actual weight, not deceptive advertisers weight) Fits a 37" inseam, size 14 foot Ultimate Weight? This is a question that requires...
“Which model or size of a Jackson Kayak is just right for me?” Straight from EJ by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Heros, WhitewaterSeptember 8, 2004 Fun 1, Fun 1.5, 2 Fun, Fun, 4 Fun, Super Fun, Star, All-Star, Super Star—- The most choices ever offered, choosing is more difficult since you have to weigh your options, but 100% better than having no choices. Here is how you know which boat...
All-Star Review by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | 2010 Fun, Heros, WhitewaterSeptember 5, 2007 E.J., I paddled an All-Star for the first time on Labor Day and wanted to send you this short, non-technical review. And I have got to get one of those boats to add to my Jackson Kayak quiver! On Labor Day I met up with my good friend Wesley Bradley,...
Don Grall, Salida’s best photographer, sends in some EJ shots from Fibark by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Heros, WhitewaterDon Grall, Salida’s best photographer, sends in some EJ shots from Fibark August 17, 2007 Photos The Super Hero shot is me getting worked during the Pine Creek race, the rest is competition stuff. The "car driving" shot is mislabeled, it is...
Virtual Upper Cherry by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Heros, WhitewaterAugust 4, 2009 By Ben Stookesberry Hello Jackson friends, fans, and family. Well it’s official the Supper Hero is the most capable river runner on the planet. As evidence I submit . This is the first complete onboard experience in the boat that has changed...
I Survived by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | 2010 Star, Classic Stars, Heros, WhitewaterAugust 15, 2007 When I told everyone I was going to Sort in Spain with Birky for four weeks they said "YOU’LL NEVER SURVIVE, ARE YOU MAD" but I came back to tell you my tale. It all started one starry night with two van loads of boats,kit and historic...
Proof that trying new things is for everyone! by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Heros, WhitewaterAugust 10, 2007 Whitewater Icon (hero is a better term), Charlie Walbridge can be spotted a mile away on any river. His composite C1 with spare paddle, his vintage gear, and paddling style are all 100% Charlie. Known by many as the “safety guru” bringing...
