The Big Gear Show Hires Marketing And Events Veterans Yoon Kim And Dave Petri
New hires will help grow the show.
Down River Equipment Launches Used Gear Program
Customers can purchase and sell used gear online any time of year.
Kelley Woolsey Signs With Hobie
Industry veteran takes his talents West in new role as VP of Global Sales, Service and Marketing.
Canadian Canoe Museum Board Of Directors Member Receives Order Of Canada
Victoria Grant has been appointed to the Order for outstanding achievement, dedication to the community and service to the nation.
Austin Canoe Kayak Closes Doors And Camping World Scoops Up Remains
ACK’s retail stores were shuttered on New Year’s Eve. Get the inside story on what happened and what it means for local paddlers here.
Walton-Owned Firm Invests In Eddyline Kayaks
Eddyline president Scott Holley on the brand’s next moves and big plans.
The Dirty Little Secret Of Pro Deals
Are pro programs a perk for pro paddlers or a discount sales channel gone crazy? Here’s why some industry veterans are speaking out.
What To Do When There’s Nothing To Sell
Used to be, you waited for customers in a store full of stuff. Now you wait for stuff in a store full of customers.
Inside North America’s Instruction Crisis
Paddling participation is up, but with classes and clubs still rebounding after a near-total shutdown in 2020, many new paddlers remain adrift.
Tim Niemier’s Quest To Put A Billion Butts In Boats
Despite a life-altering accident, the legendary paddlesports innovator isn’t done yet.
The Canadian Canoe Museum Invites The Community To Help Move The Collection
Goal is to raise $1.5M through public fundraising campaign.
The Big Gear Show 2022 Details Released
Second annual event returns to Deer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah.
Hobie Sheds Longest-Serving Executives As New Ownership Restructures
Move comes as new CEO takes a more hands-on role with sales and dealer relations.
The Key To Build A Thriving Paddling Community
How Esther Alonso-Luft is unlocking Miami’s urban paddling potential.
Step Aside, Laird. SUP Is Your Parents’ Sport Now
After a decade of explosive growth, paddleboarding is experiencing an identity crisis.
Melker Of Sweden Is Coming To America
Sleek and stylish brand will be available in the USA in Spring 2022.
Canadian Canoe Museum Commences Construction
The new museum is slated for completion in 2023.
Astral Pays Homage To Iconic And Influential Green River With Limited Edition Lifejacket
Featuring recycled/repurposed materials, the LE Heron GreenJacket is embroidered with a heron to honor the river’s true keepers.
The Paddlesports Industry Just Experienced Unprecedented Growth. Now What?
This tragic and wildly disruptive pandemic ended up being a gift to the paddlesports industry—let’s not waste it.
Canadian Canoe Museum Completes Purchase Of Johnson Property, Signs Construction Contract
Building to begin in October, with new world-class museum slated for completion in 2023.