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 Thule Compass Kayak Carrier stands up to serious load demands without compromising your kayak’s stability or tracking. During my time testing this…
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 Seattle Sports Kayak and Canoe Foam Block Kit is a rugged, no-frills solution for keeping your cockpit dry during long winter days…
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 RAD Sportz Kayak and Canoe Car Top Carrier is a sturdy, budget-friendly solution for anglers or weekend warriors who need to haul…
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 RAD Sportz Kayak and Canoe Car Top Carrier is a solid entry-level option for anglers or weekend warriors who need to transport…
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 Seattle Sports Kayak and Canoe Foam Block Kit is a solid entry-level option for keeping your cockpit dry during calm summer days…
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 putting this rack through a grueling winter season hauling gear from my car to the Willamette River banks near Hillsboro, I found…
Ryan Calloway is a veteran paddler and gear tester based in Portland, Oregon, with over 15 years of experience navigating the Columbia River, the Oregon Coast, and the inland lakes of Washington. His expertise focuses on cold-water safety, drysuit selection, and technical kayak handling in variable conditions found throughout the Pacific Northwest. The Short Answer…
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