Super Hero Review from Seattle- Medley by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Heros, WhitewaterAugust 9, 2008 I wanted to put in an everyday guy’s review of the 2008 superhero. I am one of those unlucky boaters who is hard to fit: 6’2”, athletic 240 lbs (former 270 lb offensive lineman who has taken to the water after organized sports), size...
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,...
Keeners run the 7 Sisters of the Rouge River! by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Rockers, WhitewaterAugust 20, 2007 By Stephen Wright Photos After weeks of on-water prep time, the Keeners packed-up for a long day trip on the Rouge River in Quebec this past Thursday. This made for a first creeking experience for most of our students, and the 7 Sisters section of the...
Phil Andrews sends in this review. I recommend the Xtra Large Keyhole skirt from Mountain Surf if you want one that will fit nicely and never blow. by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | Rockers, WhitewaterAugust 16, 2007 Hello there, I have owned 9 creek boats in my 20 year kayaking career and not once have I felt compelled to write to any of the manufacturers to congratulate them on a boat….until now. A couple of weeks ago a bought a Jackson Mega...
Check out Outside Magazine article on EJ the “Alpha Geek”- September 2007 issue (on stands today) by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterAugust 10, 2007 Writer Katie Arnold and Photographer Jake Chessum team up for this article that starts at the Rock Island Ranch and ends at the World Championships on the Ottawa. For a preview of some of the photos of Jake’s that they didn’t use, go to...
Ouchita Outdoors Surf & Turf Report by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | 2010 Star, Classic Stars, WhitewaterAugust 3, 2007 By Boyd Ruppelt Photos Last weekend I managed to head over once again to the Surf & Turf in Arkansas. It’s a sweet event held by Jackson Kayak dealer, Ouchita Outdoor Outfitters and by the Arkansas Canoe Club. Every year they hold a big party...
Ottawa Update by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterAugust 21, 2006 By Clay Wright The best playboaters from all over North America are launching themselves off Garberator to train for the US Team Trials (Wed) and Canadian Team Trials (next Teus.) as well as to prep for the upcoming World Cup. While many of the best...
My Aunt Jackie, an inspirational story about a non-kayaker by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterMy mother, Karen Greenameyer was the second of 4 children born to my grandparents, Edward and Gale. Edward started his family in Leetonia, Ohio, a small town that was once a thriving suburb of steel towns close by. Edward was the cornerstone of Leetonia. Starting off...
David Stephan shows how to paddle in Brazil- complete with Samba partner! by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterAugust 1, 2006 David Stephan, Brazilian Regional team member sent me a couple of photos of him in his new All-Star. His lovely assistant holds his paddle while he gets ready, and shows just how sexy kayaking really is. This playspot looks like a lot of fun! 🙂 EJ...
13 year old reviews the Fun by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterHey EJ, My name is Daniel S., I live in Charlotte, NC. I’m thirteen years old, and recently bought a new Fun from NOC. I thought before I’d ask my question(s) I’d give a little beginner’s review/story. Before my Fun, I had paddled a Dagger...
Cold Rain, Big Show: World Cup Event #1 is Done -w/ photos by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterAugust 19, 2008 By Clay Wright Photos A cold drizzle came down for days, but the crowd all turned out and the athletes all threw down like always. While many of us got cut during the Quarters (Jed 20th, Clay 13th), those Men’s K-1ers who made it to semi’s...
Day 2 of World Cup 1 in Prague, Czech by Will Richardson | Jan 1, 1970 | WhitewaterAugust 16, 2008 Photos 7:48 am and I just finished training this morning. I expected higher water with rain that lasted all day and night and is still going on. It is only slightly higher than yesterday which makes for a great level. Ruth Gordon will lead off the...
