Firstly, I want to say a HUGE “Thank you” to the Wanda Canoe Club for donating some boats to me … More
Author: Dave The Kayaker
What’s next for Dave The Kayaker? You tell me.
Leave a comment below and tell me about any boats you think I should check out and review or any … More
Tippy vs Stable Kayaks in Rough Conditions
Easing into the off-season with Bellyak
I was fortunate to be on the water this past Monday with my son and his friend on our local … More
Kicking off Labor Day weekend the right way
I paddled the James River with Paddling Buddy Shelli today from Howardsville to Scottsville. It was a beautiful day and … More
Richmond Paddle Cup 2019
Getting to the finish line in my Phoenix Match II kayak This race is really a story of two races. … More
Surf Ski Coach podcast and answer to the mystery of the snapping ski | Snap or break a surfski?
Check out Julian Norton-Smith’s Paddle2Fitness website and podcast I just discovered Surf Ski Coach on Instagram which led me to … More
Pittsburgh Paddlesport Championships 2019: Lessons and a challenge for you
This race is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society and for the second year in a row I was … More
Product review: Sawyer Mini Water Filtration System
After Paddling Buddy Dave and I ran a little short on water during a training run on a very hot … More
Movie review | Fat: A Documentary by Vinnie Tortorich
I donated to support this film and I am so glad I supported it and am staying up late (very … More
Kokatat Orbit Tour Personal Flotation Device review
After two years I very much like this PFD. With a minimalistic design, yet with two pockets for gear, it … More
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Updated review of the Stellar SEL
I finally got over 100 total miles in the boat and added some notes to my original post/review.
Kayak review: Current Designs Whistler kayak
Performed well in protected waters today and in some open water in windy conditions, even without a rudder. 14’6″ long, … More
My first paddling lesson
What happens when an expert paddler rolls into your town and offers a paddling clinic? Why, of course, you immediately … More
