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 Aqua Bound Sting Ray Carbon is a tough little travel paddleboard that punches above its weight class when you need something 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 Neutrogena Beach Defense SPF 70 delivers a high level of sun protection that feels surprisingly comfortable even when sweat or river spray…
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 Ocean Reef Aria Full Face Snorkel Mask is a solid entry-level option for snorkeling around Puget Sound or Lake Billy Chinook when…
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 SE9 Inflatable Motoring Boat is a surprisingly capable hybrid vessel that bridges the gap between rigid plastic kayaks and traditional…
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 I initially grabbed this Hyperlite Remix Wakeboard Binding looking for a lightweight option to attach footpegs or storage gear during my sea kayak…
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 Slingshot Burner Wakesurf Board is a solid entry-level tool for wakeboarding beginners or those looking to switch from snow sports to water…
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 Sportsstuff Island Hopper is a capable entry-level paddle float that holds up well during standard rescue drills but shows its age under…
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 Humminbird HELIX 7 CHIRP GPS is a rugged electronics package that punches above its weight class for anglers launching from kayaks or…
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 buying a stand-up paddleboard specifically for teaching kids to balance or introducing them to surfing waves without spending a fortune,…
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 MTI Adventurewear Cascade is a solid choice for cold-water paddlers who need warmth without sacrificing mobility during long days on the river…
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 380x Tandem is a robust inflatable option for couples looking to explore cold rivers or sheltered coastal bays 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 Pyranha Ripper 2 is a solid choice for stand-up paddleboarders who need a board that handles both calm lake days and choppy…
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 Olympus Tough TG-7 is a rugged point-and-shoot camera that punches above its weight class for documenting cold-water expeditions where waterproofing matters more…
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 H2O Audio Surge S Plus Waterproof Headphones proved to be a rugged companion for my daily commute down the Willamette River and…
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 Humminbird HELIX 5 CHIRP GPS is a robust navigation tool that earned its place in my pack after surviving rough crossings 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 eight days testing this quilted sleeping pad against salt spray and cold air along the Oregon Coast from Astoria to Brookings,…
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 I have to admit what is likely an unpopular opinion for a sea kayak site: this Slingshot Burner Wakesurf Board is not a…
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 weekend camping at Three Mile Island on the Willamette River under cold morning skies around 48°F, I found this tent…
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 YETI Hopper M30 Soft Cooler is a premium investment that excels at keeping food cold during long sea kayak day trips or…
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 Old Town Sportsman AutoPilot 120 is a solid choice for anglers transitioning from small jon boats to serious offshore fishing kayaks who…
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