Today I got to test the Coleman/Sevylor QuikPak K5 kayak. I’ve seen a few inflatables on the water and have … More

I think we can all learn from this man. As somebody who did not begin regular exercise and strength training … More

Sorry, folks, but with the Hollywood Writers’ Strike I find I must re-run a previous review of a budget drysuit … More

Several factors contribute to making a kayak fast: 1. Hull design: A kayak with a narrow and streamlined hull will … More

Dec. 2, 2023 UPDATE:

A perfect, early Fall trip on the James River with fine company yesterday. I paddled my Prijon Seayak because I … More

The fine folks at Walking Pad sent me their compact water rower for review and I am pleased to share … More

Friends of the Lower Appomattox River race, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 I’m very happy to once again be able to … More

Ask me anything, especially if it is about kayaking, kayak racing, fitness, or West Side Boat Shop kayaks.

I’ll let the video do most of the talking, but it was great to be back at the Richmond/Crosswind Paddle … More

You need an indoor kayak ergometer and a fully decked, skirtable, performance kayak to continue kayak training all Winter long. … More

I’ve got a couple new listings in the Classified section, an X-Par Missile and a Javelin K1.