Category Archives: Tips & How To’s

Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zone

Posted on August 2, 2017 by Pete

Anxiety has been riding shotgun with me the past year on any new run that’s class IV and higher. It has felt debilitating at times and can take the fun out of paddling. It felt impossible to step up my game and take the lead more when I could barely keep from hitting paralysis at the top of a drop. I had to find a way to find a way to step up without completely freaking myself out. Continue reading →

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Boof!

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Pete

What does it mean to boof? Take a second and write down your answer, or at least think of one in your head and keep it. Got it? Ok, if your answer includes the word “rock,” I’m writing this for you. Continue reading →

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Free Style Fundamentals: Stern Squirts

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Pete

With all this water there are some great places to play on the river. New features and stronger eddy lines make ample opportunities to take your kayak from flat to vertical. The stern squirt is a classic move and still … Continue reading →

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