The most basic of playboating moves is the front surf. It’s essential to all playboating; the better you are at…
Whether you’re racing slalom or simply catching an eddy on a local river, there are three rules that govern how…
Inflatable kayaks are awesome and you know it. They are easy to carry around and they are extremely lightweight. But…
S-turns link the three river maneuvers that are the foundation of whitewater kayaking – ferries, peel outs, and eddy turns.…
Rapids and Paddles don’t always mix. A case in point is one rapid where, after a tremendous thrashing, a certain…
Kayaking through surf can be the easiest or hardest thing you ever do in a kayak. Here’s how to maneuver…
In many parts of North America moving water is the norm. Whitewater and tranquil ponds may be hours away, but…
The idea of practicing specific paddling skills may not seem exciting. But drilling essential techniques can lead to moving your…
As opposed to “roughing it,” I’d much rather “smooth” it on my kayaking trips. You know, take it easy, relax…
When you fall off of a wave or miss a move through a rapid the frequent culprit is an inadvertent,…