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 Sun Dolphin Journey SS is a solid entry-level option for kids or small adults who want to get into kayaking without breaking…
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 GILI Kids SUP Board is a solid entry-level choice for introducing children to stand-up paddleboarding or serving as a stable practice board…
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 Pelican Solo Kids Kayak is a durable entry-level option for children learning to navigate calm class II rapids or gentle creek sections,…
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 Perception Hi Life 11.5 Kids Kayak is a sturdy, affordable entry point for introducing children to paddle sports without breaking the bank…
By Ryan Calloway, Senior Gear Analyst with over 15 years of experience testing recreational and touring kayaks across the Pacific Northwest. The Short Answer The Perception Pescador 12 stands out as a versatile sit-on-top kayak that bridges the gap between a stable beginner board and a capable touring vessel. Its wide beam offers exceptional stability…
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 The GILI Kids SUP Board is a solid entry-level inflatable paddleboard designed for children or smaller adults learning to stand on the water,…
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