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...
Droughts = Rarely Seen Sections of Rivers in California by sagedonnelly | Nov 10, 2009 | Photos, rivers, Star, WhitewaterFUN! What happens in California after a few years of drought. The reservoirs get low and sections of rivers normally underwater become runnable again. This weekend we did the Big Bend Run on the North Fork of the Feather River. This section is normally under 35 feet...
Sage Report by Will Richardson | Oct 1, 2009 | Dynamic Duo, Heros, Rockers, WhitewaterAugust 31, 2009 By Sage Donnelly This week was a VERY big week for me. It started on Wednesday on the American River where I filmed a kids TV show pilot called IN2IT that will most likely be on Kids Discovery, Nickelodeon, or ABC. I was the kayaking kid and I taught...
Clay Dane Nick n Emily hit Russel Fork Rendezvous by Will Richardson | Sep 30, 2009 | Dynamic Duo, Rockers, WhitewaterOctober 30, 2009 By Clay Wright (shots by Clay and Tara) Every year when the leaves start to turn I think of colored leaves drifting down into the Russel Fork with a backdrop of cliff walls. This year was one of the most spectacular yet. Perfect leaf colors, decent...
Jeremy Adkin's NOC Shootout trip by Will Richardson | Sep 28, 2009 | 2010 Star, Classic Stars, WhitewaterAugust 28, 2009 By Jeremy Adkins Saturday morning started early with a 6:30 am departure for our ride to North Carolina’s Nantahala River where I was to compete in the NOC/Dagger Shootout. On the way, as we traveled through Ducktown, TN we noticed some very...
Hey Big Guys- the First every playboat for you, the Mon-Star is ready!!! by Will Richardson | Sep 23, 2009 | Heros, Rockers, WhitewaterAugust 23, 2009 We brought you the Super Fun, the Mega-Rocker, and the Super Hero. Today we bring you the Mon-Star! Finally, be comfortable, be retentive, be fast and, most importantly be prepared to FLY! EJ
