Kayak Paddles

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 AT Exception Xception Curved is a solid entry-level stand-up paddleboard that handles choppy coastal swells well enough for weekend warriors who aren’t…

By Ryan Calloway, Senior Watersports Tester with 15 years of experience guiding commercial rafting trips through the Class IV rapids of the Deschutes and testing gear in the freezing spray off the Oregon Coast. The Short Answer The Carlisle Magic Mystic stands out as a robust, high-value drysuit that bridges the gap between entry-level utility…