Out of Africa-2013- an Essay by EJ

by ericjackson | Mar 3, 2013 | EJ Thoughts, Playboating, the athlete, Trip Reports, Whitewater

Out of Africa-2013 Being an athlete and professional kayaker, for almost 30 years- full time since 1984 has its chapters, successes, failures, and makes for a good story;  for as long as I truly am in the arena, trying my hardest to be the best.    The moment I give...

Balance- Fulfillment- Hardship-Fun- Success- Challenge- EJ’s Thoughts Today…

by ericjackson | Feb 4, 2013 | EJ Thoughts, Whitewater

Life as a human being is and can be difficult for anyone.   Emotions and our desire for things greater than a comfortable survival with enough food, water, and warmth to get by make living up to our expectations mentally and physically difficult.   Our quest for love...

2013 Whitewater Kayaking Competition Season is underway- Mexico Creek Racing- Alseseca Race- Veracruz- Karma report

by ericjackson | Jan 19, 2013 | Creeking, the athlete, Whitewater

It is winter time in the Northern Hemisphere, but here in Veracruz we are so far south that winter is like a mild summer day in TN.   Highs in the 80’s, lows in the 60’s- a mix of sun and clouds most days.    However this is like a cloud forest area and the fog  comes...

EJ’s Year End Review of all things Jackson

by ericjackson | Dec 31, 2012 | EJ Thoughts, Whitewater, Wrap Ups

It is the end of one year and the beginning of another.   This is the time most people look back on the year in retrospect and create or renew vows for the coming year.   In doing so, you get a better perspective on life, remembering so many of the little blessings...

Dane Jackson- a Father’s Essay

by ericjackson | Dec 21, 2012 | EJ Thoughts, JK Team Posts, the athlete, Whitewater

There are moments in people’s lives where they look up from what they are doing, and recognize the achievements and talents of others due to some incredible feat, result, or action, or all of the above.    This is one of those moments for many people, including...

Jackson Kayak/GoPro “Levator” Elevated Mount for Kayaks Now Available for Purchase!

by ericjackson | Dec 13, 2012 | the innovator, Whitewater

Taking photos or video of kayaking has never been easier than it is today with the invention of the GoPro camera and mounts that work on helmets, boats, paddles, etc..    There is one angle that is almost never seen and produces the most impressive shots in kayaking,...

Jackson Kayak Launches new Instructional Series Filmed on GoPro Cameras

by ericjackson | Nov 30, 2012 | JK Team Posts, JK University, the teacher, Whitewater

POV cameras are the perfect way to get up close and personal for filming instructional videos.    Now that all Jackson Kayak boats have GoPro mounts on them, we want to take advantage of this and get a new perspective on instruction, really getting the student in the...

Casio and Kayaking… Three new videos- Here is EJ and his ProTrek Watch…

by ericjackson | Nov 25, 2012 | the athlete, Whitewater

I love it when a new brand sees what we are doing in our kayaks, using their products and recognize the abuse and challenges that kayaking puts any product through.    Here is a video Nick and Dane made for Casio…     Look for two more videos- one on Nick and...

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...

Sickline Race 2012

by nicktroutman | Oct 12, 2012 | Trip Reports, Whitewater, Zen

Well, the 2012 Sickline extreme World Championships has come and gone.  EJ, Dane and I all flew over to race at what I consider the hardest creek race ever. Some people may disagree with me, stating there are harder courses, which there are, but I think the...

Creekboating: Jackson Family and a History of Their Creeking Passion..

by ericjackson | Oct 3, 2012 | Creeking, EJ Thoughts, Hero, Whitewater, Zen

It has been a long time since I became a “full time kayaker” and my income came from kayaking.   When I was 16 I got my first job as a whitewater photographer on the Kennebec River in Maine.    I haven’t looked back since.   Back then I was already a...

Creeking, Playing, Traveling, and the final Sprint to the Finish…

by ericjackson | Sep 29, 2012 | Rockstar, the athlete, Trip Reports, Whitewater, Zen

March 31st- the Day I packed my RV up and headed on the Road.    October 14th- the day I get home again, for good.     I have not missed home until this trip to Europe, without Kristine or KC.   That makes all of the difference for me.   Home is where the heart is,...