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Sixty-degree days in the Colorado high country means one thing: Big Water Season. While it won't peak for another few weeks, we still want you and your friends to be fully prepared for the upcoming season.



  • Jackson Kayak Nirvana
    • Uncompromising 9ft racer
    • Speedy. Squared off stern allows you to get shoved out of holes.
    • Huge rocker

  • Stohlquist Descent Rescue PFD
    • Pockets, pockets, pockets
    • Free-floating suspended shoulder straps
    • Looks badass on guys and gals (ask Victoria how she looks)

  • CKS Wave Logo Cam Strap
    • Take pride in your rig. Rig to flip!
    • Seriously...you can never have enough cam straps. RIG TO FLIP!

  • Watershed Ocoee Duffel Dry Bag
    • Don't be that guy that double lines a trash bag on the river...
    • Made in America. We don't know a single boater that doesn't use Watershed

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We're a group of whitewater kayak, raft, and stand up paddleboard enthusiasts committed to stocking the highest-quality gear and deliver it to you as quickly as possible.

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Whitewater Kayak Paddle Buying Guide

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