It’s no secret that stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) has grown exponentially as a sport in the past few years and with that kind of growth it’s no surprise that there will be major innovations in the realm of gear. One such innovation comes from paddle boarder and designer Sebastjan Sitar who posted the idea on Kickstarter, where it quickly surpassed fundraising goals. The...
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There are gear innovations and then there are gear transformations—this see-through surf board is most definitely a transformation. Ernest Packaging and Signal Snowboards took the typical surfboard and rethought the concept from the very first step—the materials. In their attempt to push paper to the limit, through their video series called Cardboard Chaos, they set out to make a...
Surfing has long been a favorite pastime of ocean-adjacent adventure seekers. The sport has a massive following and has even sparked an entire subculture, but what do surfers do when they don’t have easy access to white-tipped ocean waves? For those farther inland, wake surfing is the alternative that’s gained major popularity in the last few years. Different from wakeboarding,...
Here’s a way to gin up some interest in your wetsuit technology: tell people they might die if they don’t buy your product. Australian company Shark Attack Mitigation Systems claims their new technology can make wetsuits shark-repellent—or, at the very least, make shark attacks less likely. From their website: SAMS Technology translates scientific data into a specific...
Kayaking affords people the chance to explore new territory, get in a great work out and see nature in a unique way. The opportunity to travel and transport without a motor, but with your own strength and energy is a one-of-a-kind experience. If you’re officially hooked on kayaking and ready to start shopping for your own boat, read on for the guide that will help you understand some of...
Start-up UK company Cave Sports is fielding a creative new product designed for surfers on the go. The WaveCave delivers board storage for up to three boards, depending on which model you choose, plus a portable shelter—all in one convenient package. Surfers are accustomed to travelling to far-flung places to in search of the best breaks, which often involves air travel. The extra-padded...
Springtime means blooming flowers, melting snow and so much water in the rivers. It’s the perfect time for whitewater rafting, but without the right gear you could be in big trouble. If you go with an outfitter, chances are they’ll take care of the major equipment, but there are some things you just shouldn’t go without. We put together a list of essentials that the guide may...
If you’re backpacking in wet conditions—prolonged rain, dew-soaked grass, melting snow, un-bridged creek crossings, high humidity—your feet will get wet. And “waterproof” shoes just won’t cut it. There are two potential culprits for why your feet will get wet while wearing “waterproof” footwear: design flaws, and material flaws. Design...
In a sport whose very existence depends on the beauty and power of the natural world, riding a surfboard that started life as pile of chemicals—as do the omnipresent polyurethane foam boards—seems a bit of a disconnect. A gleaming, gorgeous board that began its days as a tree feels like a much closer match to the surfing ethos. Perhaps that’s why these wooden beauties are...
Quiksilver is offering a custom-tailored option that lets users log on and customize their shorts, including pattern, individual panels, draw-cord color and thread—plus, you can even get your name embroidered on the back. Choose from two styles, which are available in a total of four different lengths, and the shorts will be hand-sewn in Huntington Beach, CA, and delivered to your door....