Being a fan of the original 9R, I was hesitant about a re-make. It’s now more obvious than ever though that I was wrong! Having only returned from paddling in Ecuador a matter of days ago, I can now say with confidence that the 9RII is my first boat of choice. Pyranha 9RII Whitewater Kayak … Read more
Kayaking is a great activity for adults and kids alike. However, because of their smaller size and lower weight, most kids won’t be able to handle a regular-sized kayak. The good news is that there are lots of kid-sized kayaks available, which are designed to make kayaking much more child-friendly. Of course, there is nothing … Read more
The Ripper has quickly become a popular boat, particularly here in the UK. When you think about this kayak, you probably instantly fantasize about stern-stalling eddie lines or surfing glassy waves in the sunshine. Which would be completely correct (maybe minus the sunshine if you’re here in the UK!) as this boat is basically a … Read more
I work as a professional Kayak Guide in Finland, in the Helsinki Archipelago. The Atlantic was a boat that I really enjoyed paddling from time to time, both on my own and when I was taking groups out on trips. I loved how nimble it was, if I had a guest take a dip in the … Read more
Buying freestyle gear for the first time? What to consider? There are a lot of different pieces of gear that are very helpful or even vital for freestyle and the amount of choice can be very daunting. I’m going to walk through all the different pieces of kit so you can make an educated decision on … Read more