New Allstar at the Madison Wave

by Adam Swett | Nov 11, 2012 | Whitewater

More often than not I’m stuck at work when the Madison wave comes in. It’s downright painful when your favorite spot is in and you are earning money to pay the bills, right? In a stroke of luck, I woke up on my day off to find the usgs.gov gauge at Madison...

Good Karma- EJ Reviews Our Newest Creek Boat Ever!

by ericjackson | Nov 10, 2012 | Creeking, Hero, Whitewater, Zen

I wanted to wait until after getting off of the Green to write a review of the new Karma.     I got to paddle with Nick, Dane, Clay, Zach, Kelsey, Joel, and more with the Karma, watching, talking to them, and comparing notes to what I am finding to get you this...

Dynamic Duo on the Green Narrows! EPIC!

by JK Team | Nov 10, 2012 | Dynamic Duo, Whitewater

Check out Pat Keller and Isaac Levenson’s Race run down the infamous Green River Narrows! [vimeo]http://vimeo.com/53169603#[/vimeo]

2012 Green Race

by nicktroutman | Nov 9, 2012 | Featured Post, Whitewater

Well the 2012 Green Race has come again. The Green race is always the first weekend of November, and it is my last event of the year. This year I got to head up a couple days early to get some practice in my new Karma creekboat.   In the end I didn’t get quite as...

Calling out all of the small boaters- Karma Small is being added to our Karma Line!!

by ericjackson | Nov 8, 2012 | Whitewater

In response to the smaller boaters looking for the ultimate creek boat- the Karma S is now a reality!    The Karma looks like it is going to be a runaway success for Jackson Kayak, something we have never had in a creekboat before.   The performance characteristics of...

Nantahala Cascades Video

by Boyd Ruppelt | Nov 7, 2012 | Whitewater

The Nantahala Cascades has been one of those overlooked, roadside gems that most people don’t really think about. They’re short, steep, and leave the seasoned creeker wanting more, but they’re a great training ground and loads of fun with good water....

First days in my new Karma

by stephenwright | Nov 6, 2012 | Whitewater

My brand new medium Karma came to me all the way across the country early last week in Marty’s trailer.  I’ve been excited to play with this new toy ever since I paddled the prototype in Montana, and shot the product photos a few weeks ago.  So I went on a...

Back from the Arctic- Rifles, Crampons and Kayaks

by christopherkorbulic | Nov 6, 2012 | Whitewater

There is something very strange about grabbing crampons and a rifle with your paddle as you prepare for paddling, then walk to the deck of a sailboat, but this was how our day began. Ben Stookesberry, Pedro Oliva, and I were ascending onto the Braswell Glacier in the...

Flatwater Therapy

by frenchy | Nov 5, 2012 | Rogue

We all get injured once in awhile. Unfortunately recovering from an injury can be both painful and mentally challenging. I should know; I’ve had my share of injuries over the years. So there I was on a beautiful sunny day in June, with the river running at an optimal...

Little Hero takes on NZ’s West Coast

by Courtney Kerin | Nov 5, 2012 | Kid's Kayaks, Trip Reports, Whitewater

To hit off 2012 in my homeland, New Zealand, some mates and I loaded up our gear and headed off to the West Coast for some creeking action. Amongst the week of heavy downpours and beautiful sun, we hit up the action on offer. I got on many of the popular runs which...

Getting to Mexico and Traveling with a Creek Boat for Dummies

by Galen Volckhausen | Nov 3, 2012 | Beginner Moves, Intermediate Moves, JK University, Trips, Whitewater

I am extremely impulsive and not very good at planning ahead. As soon as I got enough money I bought a ticket to Mexico. I had no idea if anyone was going, where to go in Mexico, and how to get there. I hope this information helps the next dummy who books a flight...

Top 10 California Speed Descents

by Ben Stookesberry | Nov 2, 2012 | Whitewater

  Since Lars and Chuck started making speed descents in the Sierra Nevada of California in the 80’s, they have been one of the most controversial and exciting topics in the sport.  Here is my attempt at the top ten California speed descents with associated...