By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The ISLE Carbon Fiber SUP Paddle stands out as a sturdy, vibration-dampening tool that handles the chop of the Oregon Coast and the…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Keen Newport H2 is a solid, durable workhorse for the Pacific Northwest paddler who needs reliable footwear for river launches, beach access,…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending a full season testing this bag on everything from the cold Columbia River to the rough surf of the Oregon Coast,…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending three full seasons dragging this bag through the salt spray of the Oregon Coast and the cold mist of the San…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending three full seasons testing footwear from my Portland garage to the rocky shores of Astoria, I recommend the NRS Kicker Remix…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Accurate Lines Mainline 75ft is a solid, no-nonsense drysuit that I have relied on for cold water paddling along the Oregon Coast…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending three full seasons testing these lenses in the choppy waters of the San Juan Islands and the cold, gray expanse of…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending weeks testing this radio during cold-weather crossings on the Puget Sound and choppy runs up the Columbia, the Cobra MR HH500…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Stohlquist Infant Nemo Life Jacket is a top-tier choice for parents taking babies on sea kayak or SUP tours in cold Pacific…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending six months testing this kit during cold mornings on the Oregon Coast and rougher conditions on the Columbia River, the Star…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Sea Eagle FastTrack 385FT stands out as a versatile inflatable kayak that bridges the gap between entry-level fun and serious touring needs,…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Dagger Nomad 8.5 stands out as a solid entry-level sea kayak, though it shines brightest in calm, warm waters rather than the…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Aquaglide Bongo 20 Bouncer stands out as a budget-friendly drysuit option that punches well above its weight class, particularly for paddlers hunting…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer This inflatable stand-up paddleboard is a solid entry-level option for younger paddlers or smaller adults who need something portable that holds up to…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer After spending two full seasons testing this hull on calm lakes and slow-moving rivers, I find the Old Town Discovery 119 Solo Canoe…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Cressi Gara Modular Impulse Freediving Fins are a surprising powerhouse for stand-up paddleboard touring, specifically when you need to conserve energy during…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Shokz OpenSwim Bone Conduction is a solid choice for paddlers who want to listen to music while keeping their ears open to…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The Mares X-Vision Ultra LS Mask is a solid choice for divers and snorkelers who need a low-profile mask that stays clear in…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer If you are paddling the Oregon Coast or the Columbia River in late fall and winter, the Vibe Kayaks Sea Ghost 130 offers…
By Ryan Calloway — 20 years of multi-discipline paddling and watersports across the Pacific Northwest, with over 500 products tested on the water in real conditions — Portland, Oregon The Short Answer The HO Sports Burner Combo Water Skis are a solid entry-level option for beginners or those looking to get back on the water…
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