Karma Unlimited – first impressions and Cheoah weekend! by Boyd Ruppelt | Mar 22, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, United States, WhitewaterI finally got in the production Karma UL on Cheoah this weekend. I thought I’d give you guys my first impressions. It should be noted that I don’t paddle long boats very much so it took a bit of getting used to… like one lap. I’ll be in one way...
Clay Wright and Hunt Jennings walkthrough the Karma Unlimited video! by stephenwright | Mar 16, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, WhitewaterEnjoy this video which details the new long boat from Jackson Kayak: The Karma Unlimited! Clay Wright and Hunt Jennings talk you through the boat, detail by detail! [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DioVN3r63nI[/youtube]
Jackson Kayak Ships All-New Karma Unlimited (UL) Whitewater Kayak by jacksonkayak | Mar 12, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Karma Unlimited, Press Releases, WhitewaterMarch 11, 2014 – Press Release Jackson Kayak has added a new long boat class whitewater kayak to its Karma river running family with the addition of the Karma Unlimited (UL). The Karma UL is built to race downriver events and be a boat of choice for...
My First Lord of the Fork Race & a Look Ahead to the Green Race! by wildwildwes | Mar 12, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Creeking, Events, Featured Post, JK Team Posts, Karma Unlimited, River Running, rivers, Team JK, Video, Video, Whitewater, Wrap UpsLast fall I had the distinct pleasure in racing in the 2013 Lord of the Fork on Saturday, October 25, 2013! To participate in this race had been a goal of mine 7 years in the making… And now I set my sights to try to beat my time this year and to participate as a...
Karma Unlimited!!! Review so far…. by Hunt Jennings | Mar 10, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Karma Unlimited, WhitewaterThe Karma Unlimited is here!! I am extremely stoked to add this boat to my pile of toys, and can’t wait to spend more time in it! I was able to get a lot of time in the prototype version last Fall, and am super glad that the final thing is here! Here are my...
Oceans of Whitewater (Part 1) by Sean Morley | Feb 27, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Karma RG, Karma Rock Garden, Karma Unlimited, Recreational/Touring, WhitewaterEven during a truly historic drought here in California there is plenty of whitewater to be found. It’s just that it tastes salty! Every day of the year there is fun to be had paddling kayaks on the ocean. “Sea kayaking? That is for old men with beards!” I hear...
Emily’s Gear Picks for 2014! by Emily Jackson | Feb 10, 2014 | 2015 Zen, WhitewaterEmily’s Gear Picks for 2014 Every year I pack up and leave home for a minimum of 6 months in one shot. The plan is to paddle every day, but you have to make exceptions for traveling from one location to the other. For a majority of that time I will be in each location...
Jackson Kayak Zen Review by Ben Morton | Feb 6, 2014 | 2015 Zen, WhitewaterJackson Kayak’s Zen As a full time kayak instructor/guide I spend roughly 250 or more days a year in a kayak. When I look for a kayak to spend that kind of time in I’m looking for characteristics like safety, comfort/adjustability, space, and a kayak that’s fun to...
Video of Karma Unlimited prototypes down the Caney Fork! by stephenwright | Jan 29, 2014 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Karma Unlimited, WhitewaterEnjoy this video of Clay and I on the Caney Fork river, which is a local class 4+ run. Lots of fun rapids make this a perfect river to rock out a long boat! Shot with the JK Levator mount and a GoPro from a few different angles. Look for production Karma Unlimiteds...
Heather Herbeck's Mexico report and photos by Will Richardson | Dec 22, 2009 | Rockers, WhitewaterBy Heather Herbeck Mexico 2009 was a blast! We spent a total of 30 days in beautiful Mexico – 15 days in Tlapacoyan, Veracruz and 15 days in Cuidad Valles, San Luis Potosi. Some of the trip highlights in condensed form: 1. Hanging with great company – Iker...
All-Star Video by Will Richardson | Dec 2, 2009 | 2010 Star, WhitewaterBy Colin Kemp I just got this video from my good friend Spencer Cooke of www.effort.tv and www.rapidtransitvideo.com. This is a short video of his first day in the new All Star at eternity hole in Western North Carolina. Nice moves Spencer! I cannot wait to see what...
Darin McQuoid and Phil Boyer: All-stars at First Threat by Will Richardson | Nov 11, 2009 | 2010 Star, WhitewaterPhotos By Phil Boyer Hey there! Darin and I hooked up on the South Fork American last Sunday to shoot some shots at First Threat. I hope that you enjoy these photos and my 2010 All-star Review! I had a huge summer guiding in the Grand Canyon and am now gearin up for...
