Today I got to test the Coleman/Sevylor QuikPak K5 kayak. I’ve seen a few inflatables on the water and have…
Exercise and aging
I think we can all learn from this man. As somebody who did not begin regular exercise and strength training…
First day with frozen water so I was forced into alternate cardio
Economy Drysuit
Sorry, folks, but with the Hollywood Writers’ Strike I find I must re-run a previous review of a budget drysuit…
What makes a kayak fast?
Several factors contribute to making a kayak fast: 1. Hull design: A kayak with a narrow and streamlined hull will…
Let’s all pull for Oscar Chalupsky on #ChalupskyDay Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023
Dec. 2, 2023 UPDATE:
Winter Kayak Training with West Side Boat Shop Kayaks
The West Side Boat Shop Wave Exceed Kayak
Gratuitous Kayaking Video
A perfect, early Fall trip on the James River with fine company yesterday. I paddled my Prijon Seayak because I…
I’m slowly starting my transition into… a … *rower* {GASP!#*}
The fine folks at Walking Pad sent me their compact water rower for review and I am pleased to share…
FOLAR- Friends of the Lower Appomattox River Race 2023 – 2023 PADDLE BATTLE EVENT CANCELED DUE TO FORCASTED HIGH WINDS AND STORM SURGE
Friends of the Lower Appomattox River race, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 I’m very happy to once again be able to…
Live chat this Friday
Ask me anything, especially if it is about kayaking, kayak racing, fitness, or West Side Boat Shop kayaks.
Crosswind Cup Race 2023
I’ll let the video do most of the talking, but it was great to be back at the Richmond/Crosswind Paddle…
Kayaking off season training
You need an indoor kayak ergometer and a fully decked, skirtable, performance kayak to continue kayak training all Winter long.…
Used West Side Boat Shop Kayaks
I’ve got a couple new listings in the Classified section, an X-Par Missile and a Javelin K1.
