Why Kayak in Mexico? by chad | Feb 18, 2019 | Creeking, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesI made it down to Veracruz again this year for warm weather, tacos, tequila, and kayaking. It’s so amazing to take a break from freezing temperatures and head south to spend some time padding the amazing rivers that Mexico has to offer. So why don’t more...
Running Rivers at High Water Part Two – On the Water by teamjk | Dec 31, 2018 | Creeking, rivers, Video, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesIf you haven’t already, check out part one of this blog to figure out how to prepare! So today’s the day. It rained all night, the rivers are really high, you and your friends have been boating this section river a bunch, you’re feeling fit, you know the river like...
5 tips to make your first overnight a great one: by teamjk | Dec 14, 2018 | Creeking, Instructional, River Running, Whitewater, Whitewater Instruction, WW Disciplines1. Pack good food! A lot of the time people get the idea that they need to pack a small amount of food that is really light and yes it does make it easier to carry your boat and makes it a little bit lighter. But there is nothing better than pulling out a tasty dinner...
Creeking in a Play Boat by Riley Frank | Dec 11, 2018 | Creeking, Rockstar 4.0, Video, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesBy now every one knows how well the Antix does at creek boating. What isn’t as well known is how comfortable the new RockStar 4.0 is in a creeking environment. During this year’s installment of Bailey fest, I took my 4.0 down to try to add a bit more spice to the...
Antix in the Canyon by teamjk | Dec 10, 2018 | Antix, Creeking, rivers, Video, Whitewater, WW Disciplines The rain has finally settled in to Alabama, and the creeks and canyons have started to run. I have been way behind the times, and just recently bought a medium Antix for winter creeking and playing. Beyond stoked to finally have this boat and to learn more...
Oceana is there a right or wrong way by teamjk | Nov 25, 2018 | Creeking, rivers, Video, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesLeft of the rooster tail, right of the rooster tail or directly over the rooster tail. Is there a right or wrong way to (plan) on running Oceana? I seen all of the above this weekend and they all work. I think edge control is the difference between a clean run and...
Winter Kayaking – Mental and Physical tips by tommypiros | Nov 16, 2018 | Creeking, Instructional, Whitewater, Whitewater Instruction, WW Disciplines That time of year folks, the inevitable freeze! But that shouldn’t stop you from getting after it in your kayak. Especially since the last few winters haven’t even been that good for snow sports but it is still cold enough to want to be prepared...
Revisiting an Old Friend by Hannah Ray | Oct 26, 2018 | Creeking, rivers, Video, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesEvery fall, my good friend, Carl, and I share a birthday only one day apart. His is October 11th and mine is October 12th. So over the past few years, we have declared our shared bday’s as Birthday Boating Weekend! This fall, our birthdays fell on Thursday and...
West Mountain Drifters: The Voorhees Brothers by alecvoorhees | Oct 21, 2018 | Creeking, Internationalisation, United States, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesEver since I can remember, myself and my brothers have always been immersed in the river life, thanks to our parents. My dad has been an avid paddler for 30+ years, and his dream was to paddle with his boys. Fast forward 21 years, myself, Hayden, and Connor have had...
Feather Fest by sagedonnelly | Oct 18, 2018 | Creeking, Event Coverage, Events, rivers, Whitewater, Wrap Ups, WW DisciplinesThe Feather River… where do I even begin with the Feather River? It is an incredible canyon that has fueled my kayaking since I was too small to fit in my little Jackson Kayak Side Kick. I learned how to boof, read different lines, measure consequences, different...
Don and Darcy do Russia by colinkemp | Oct 16, 2018 | Creeking, Internationalisation, rivers, Trip Reports, Trips, United States, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesIf you have ever been kayaking in Ecuador you likely know Don and Darcy. They love to boat and this is a bit of their story and journey for the love of WW and the crazy places it takes us. Kayaking trip to the Altai Mountains, Russia Don and I have been slackers on...
Go Fast and Take Chances, but Stay Stoked! by eliottbertz | Oct 14, 2018 | 2014 Karma Unlimited, Creeking, Event Coverage, rivers, Whitewater, WW DisciplinesIt’s racing season boys and girls. The leaves are starting to change colors and long boats are showing up on the southeastern rivers in full force. For me, the stoke is high for this racing season even though I may be on the sidelines for most of it. Although I...
