Karma Review- In Mexico! by Gary Edgeworth | Jan 13, 2013 | WhitewaterWhat could be better in December then heading to Veracruz Mexico for some kayaking? I was super fired up to take the new Jackson Karma to Mexico as I had heard nothing but hype and great things. I wanted to paddle it myself and see if this new boat would be replacing...
Dane’s 2012 Highlights- VIDEO by Dane Jackson | Jan 12, 2013 | Rockstar, Whitewater This year was an incredible year for me. Between placing in 11 out of 13 freestyle events in my first year as a senior, with 4 1sts. 2nd place in my first world event in seniors. Winning 9 out of 11 events in C1, including taking the win in all 3 events of the...
The Klamath Part II- Warmest water this side of the tropics by JK Fans | Jan 11, 2013 | Trip Reports, WhitewaterI met up with Danielle, founder of Rivers for Change, and her friend, Season, after they had already been on the river for a couple of days. The heat caught me unprepared and when I arrived at our meeting point, it was obvious that it had taken a toll on the two of...
Icy Water Training- wintertime workout by Devon Barker | Jan 10, 2013 | Rockstar, WhitewaterIcy Water Training- wintertime workout It is a little cold outside but 2013 training has begun! Even with the winter weather in Idaho January 7 marks 74 days until USA Surf Kayak Team Trials at the Santa Cruz Paddle Fest. In just109 days the Freestyle Team Trials at...
A Video Adventure Down the Grand Canyon by Hilde Schweitzer | Jan 9, 2013 | Recreational/Touring, ZenEvery other year since 2008 Tony Lunt has brought together friends and family of Jackson Kayak for a two week adventure to paradise on the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River. This year’s trip showcased the new river running SUP from JK, the SUPer Charger and it truly...
SUPing the Ocoee on the SUPerCharger by Dane Jackson | Jan 9, 2013 | WhitewaterCheck out this quick video of SUPing the ocoee river with the Jackson SUPerCharger. This thing is big, stable, easy to boof and stay on top of the water. And just amazing for getting downriver, it was an awesome day on the ocoee and i cant wait to get it on more....
Gettin the Karmas on Suck Creek by Dane Jackson | Jan 8, 2013 | WhitewaterI came back from the grand prix in Chile to lots of water in the southeast, and right away i got on Suck creek which is one of the funnest runs in the southeast. Its short and sweet with the ability to get lots of laps in one day. It almost always promises a good day...
SuperFISHal by JK Fans | Jan 7, 2013 | FishingI’ve spent a good bit of time on the various fishing and rec boards on the market and I was very impressed with the new SuperFISHal! This is truly a board for everyone! The stability is unmatched and the deck layout is perfect. Plus, the integrated GoPro mount...
Maiden Voyage by JK Team | Jan 7, 2013 | Cuda, FishingMy wife and I wanted to do something differant for a change of pace.We looked around and some friends of ours were into kayaking.Well guess what,We jumped in with both feet.and bought 2-2013 Cuda 12s with rudders.My kayak was not in yet,So I took my wifes.So my 1st...
2013 Karma: Fast on Snow, too! by JK Fans | Jan 6, 2013 | WhitewaterDate: NYD, 2013. Time: 15:35:00 MST. Place: Shoshone Rapids, Colorado River. Temperature: positive 11. Two Colorado Paddlers, JK Team member Peter Holcombe and Pat Brown, set out to bag the Speed Record for Fastest Kayak on a Launch ramp. See the results in this...
Jackson Cruise on Merced River by JK Team | Jan 6, 2013 | UncategorizedFirst impressions of the Cruise is its a perfect first fishing kayak. We used it for fly fishing and loved the simple deck layout. We put two ram rod holders on the back and away we went. The kayak does it all well. It tracks well on the flats, and turns decent when...
Karma!!!!! From one Stomping Machine to the Next!!!! by Hunt Jennings | Jan 5, 2013 | WhitewaterKarma Review: Hey Guys, here are a couple of thoughts that I had on the new Karma! I am loving this boat! These are a couple of differences that I noticed in switching from the Villain S to the medium Karma. Also, just an overview of the boat in General!!! And a video...