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| | | | | Jackson Kayak added to Buyers' Guide Jackson Kayak makes kayaks for whitewater, recreational paddling, touring, fishing, and more. Based in Sparta, Tennessee, Jackson Kayak was started in 2003 by well-known paddlers Eric Jackson and Tony Lunt. See their varied kayaks now available for comparison in the Paddling.net Buyers' Guide. http://www.paddling.net/buyersguide/
Kayak America Shirt Sale + Free Shipping on $50 orders! The Fourth of July is only a few weeks away, so we decided to put the popular Kayak America t-shirt on sale. For a limited time buy one for only $12.95 (a $5 savings). Don't forget about the June special on wicking shirts going on through the end of this month. Plus enjoy free shipping on orders over $50 for one more week. Oh, yeah... Paddling Perks members save an additional 10% on all store orders plus get a $10 gift certificate + join today and get 4 extra months for no extra charge! http://www.paddling.net/store/showTops.html
Guidelines - The Seasick Paddler There are precautions and strategies that you may wish to consider if you find yourself with a seasick paddler in your group. Wayne Horodowich shares what he has learned from his field experience with seasickness as a victim and as an instructor/guide in this month's Guidelines article. http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/
New Product Announcement HydroLock Mapcessory Map Case by NRS Keep your maps, charts, wallet and other assorted sensitive gear dry and safe. The HydroLock™ zip-seal closure locks out water, sand and dirt. Clear urethane windows on both sides of the case make the contents totally visible. Secure it where you need it with the corner attachment points. Four sizes to choose from. Built for the wet; built tough to last. http://www.paddling.net/buyersguide/whatsnew/
Guidelines - The Importance of Setting Paddling Goals Goals are for everyone, not just the high-end competitive athletes. Recreational paddler goals just may be simpler - like getting in our kayak once a month, or once every weekend during the summer. Anna Levesque outlines some simple steps on how to set achievable goals and overcome the fear of failure in this article. http://www.paddling.net/guidelines/
Win a Trip, a Kayak, or Canoe in the Sweepstakes! You can register to win an awesome 4-day Guided San Juan Islands (WA) kayak camping trip for two from Crystal Seas Kayaking in the latest sweepstakes. Don't want a trip? You can also choose to win a Camden 120 Angler kayak from Old Town, a PAL 16 canoe from Nova Craft Canoes, or a Delta Expedition 14.5 kayak from Delta Kayaks. The boat prizes are also packaged with various items like PFD's from Stohlquist, storage racks from Suspenz, boots and gloves from Brooks Paddle Gear, paddles from Mitchell Paddles, and Klip-n-Go straps from Klip-n-Go kayak strap. Congratulations to Jennifer Brown of Fredericton, NB, Canada who won a $20 gift certificate to the Paddling.net store just for entering this past week. http://www.paddling.net/reg/sweepstakes.html
In The Same Boat Back in the day, Farwell took a cursory look at the then newly introduced SteriPEN water purifier. He thought it was a clever gadget, and he was impressed with the manufacturer's exhaustive documentation, but he didn't think it was very practical. So in the end, he rang up No Sale. Now, however, he's taking another look. What will his verdict be this time around? Well, we're not telling. You'll just have to read this week's In the Same Boat to find out. http://www.paddling.net/sameboat/
Trips Directory Spotlight Travel the BWCA/Quetico by Canoe (MN) by Spirit of the Wilderness Create Lifetime memories: Come explore clear waters, towering pine and trails of the French Voyaguers. Complete or partial canoe outfitting for BWCA/Quetico Parks. Affordable rates, new equipment, ultralight canoes. http://www.paddling.net/trips/showCompany.html?show=45
Product Review Spotlight Shadow canoe by Placid Boatworks At 26 lbs. it is feather light. The construction is artistic and impeccable. It's first outing was a 3 day 45 mile paddle and portage trip through the Adirondack region. Facing strong winds and moderate waves the Shadow holds a course confidently in all directions with weathercocking close to non existent. The boat is ridiculously fast, has remarkable and predictable secondary stability, and when leaned over turns on a dime... Rating: 10 of 10 by riverdave. Read more reviews or get more info about the Shadow canoe by Placid Boatworks.
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