Field Testing the New Kokatat Gore-Tex Idol Dry Suit in CO

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The world's top paddling links in week 33, 2015.

News Watch Field Testing the New Kokatat Gore-Tex Idol Dry Suit in CO Kokatat Blog - This past June Wesley Bradley, Brian Vermillion and Jamison Evans and loaded up for a road trip to southern Colorado for a week long whitewater kayaking and mountain biking adventure. In preparation for the trip both Wesley and Brian decided to purchase the new Kokatat Gore-Tex Idol Dry Suit, because they knew would be facing snow melt water temperatures on their paddling adventures. Words by Wesley Bradley, photos courtesy of Jamison Evans. SUP The Mag's Female Paddler of the Year Brittany Parker - I've been nominated for SUP The Mag's 'Female Paddler of the Year'. I feel so honored to be in the line-up with some of the most badass charging chicas in the paddling world. Life At Home with Keahi De Boitz Standup World Tour SUP Magazine - Life ain't easy for a Standup World Tour super star. Well, actually, judging by the lifestyle of World Tour standout, Australia's Keahi De Boitz, maybe it is. At least he makes it look so. Prone Paddleboard Fin Selection Riding Bumps - Hey guys. I am about to get a 14 foot prone board. I have a feeling it will probably come with a small futures keel fin, which I would assume would be great in flat water. What would be a good after market fin for open water or downwind? Do I use a fin similar to what I would use on a stand up? Futures downwind fin? Any suggestions? Sneak Preview: New 2016 Inflatable Paddle Boards from AquaGlide AirKayaks - At last week's Outdoor Retailer Summer Show, Aquaglide of White Salmon, Washington unveiled their redesigned inflatable SUP line for 2016. The new AquaGlide inflatable SUP lineup includes three updated Cascade models, and one new fishing model. The Stoutest Whitewater in Mongolia Funhog Blob - Not every day in Mongolia is pleasant, but they are almost always interesting. As Pat and I started across the grassland with our boats in tow, it struck me that Jagaa's departure in the jeep came somewhat hastily. But at the moment it seemed there were more important issues at hand, like finding a route to the water. Toxic Sludge closes Animas River, heading into Durango Colorado Distressed Mullet - On Wednesday morning, 1 million gallons of wastewater from an abandoned mine were accidentally spilled into the Animas River in Southwest Colorado, turning the river orange, and prompting officials to close the river to users downstream. Countdown To The Gorge: Relive Last Year's Classic With This Great Highlights Reel SUPracer - Twelve days and counting til one of the biggest races of the year: The Naish Columbia Gorge Paddle Challenge in Hood River, Oregon. It's set to be a classic, with a sizeable chunk of the world's top international paddlers joining a big group of local and domestic wildcards for an awesome weekend of racing. The Gorge is a top event, not only because of its unique conditions (inland downwinder) but also the great local paddling community and the laidback vibe of Hood River in general. Idaho Whitewater The Karma Wins Jackson Kayak - By now, everyone has heard of the Payette River near Banks, ID. It's home of one of the most epic races in the world the NF Race. Boardworks Sweeps SUP Connect Gear of the Year Awards with 3 Wins! Boardworks - A big congrats to the Boardworks and Badfish teams on their three Gear of the Year wins at the SUP Connect awards. The Boardworks Sirena won the best SUP creative design honors; the Joy Ride Flow grabbed the best all-around SUP award the Badfish MVP clenched the award for the best river gear. Important News Regarding H2o Dreams Chris Wing - To say you're excited when making a major life change almost always falls short in describing what picking up and moving actually does for your life, and also in this case what moving does for our business. How to build a great whitewater park Kokatat Blog - Over the years there has been a growing trend to create whitewater parks around the world; which is just great for our sport and I applaud those cities and communities that have embraced whitewater parks. With the ongoing issues of rivers being dammed for hydro electricity and our ever increasing thirst for water, whitewater is becoming harder to come by. The ability to have a whitewater park in the middle of a city allows our sport to continue to grow while providing a dynamic recreation facility for the community. Sup Surfing World Champions to Be Crowned in Sayulita, Mexico Friday ISA SUP Worlds - The 2015 Men's and Women's SUP Surfing Gold Medalists will be decided Friday, May 15 as part of the ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship presented by Hotel Kupuri in Sayulita, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico. Wildwater Canoeing Junior and Under 23 Wildwater World Championships in USA ICF - The fastest whitewater paddlers in the World converged on the Nantahala River last week to participate in the 2015 International Canoe Federation, Junior and Under 23 Wildwater World Championships. Not only had they competed on the highest stage that wildwater racing has to offer, but they had impressed hundreds of spectators, motivated kids near and far to try paddling while also adding to the Nantahala Rivers long legacy as a competitive venue for wildwater, slalom and freestyle. Wastewater Spill in Colorado Turns a River Yellow Misc. - Environmental officials in Colorado are working to clean up one million gallons of wastewater containing heavy metals that spilled from an abandoned mine, turning an adjoining river a murky, mustard shade of yellow.

Factor Athletes with top online media coverage in August 1. Travis Grant 2. Slater Trout 3. Kai Lenny Forums Small Craft Advisory elie Horizon 80 XE (Discuss) Videos Hinoemata creek in this summer (kakinotanesennin) Beyond Adventure | The Lost Valley of the Merced | Episode 4 (Jeroen) Beyond Adventure | The Lost Valley of the Merced | Episode 3 (Jeroen) Jackson Kayak RockStar 2016 at Kinkkubingo (ProKei) Beyond Adventure | The Lost Valley of the Merced | Episode 1 (Jeroen) Upcoming National Canoe & Kayak Championships US, PA, Warren, Aug 11 - Aug 16 Montreal To Quebec Kayak Challenge CAN, QC, Montreal , Aug 13 - Aug 16 Ladies of the Lake Sea Kayak Symposium US, MI, Munising, Aug 13 - Aug 16 Ta-Hoe Nalu Paddle Festival US, CA, Kings Beach, Aug 14 - Aug 16 Ride the Bull 6 US, LA, Grand Isle, Aug 14 - Aug 15

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