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A Guide to Building Your Raft Frame
How to create a custom raft frame for your boat. Easily choose from a variety of options and upgrades.
Dogs and the River Lifestyle
How can you be sure your dog is ready for a river trip? Training and proper gear will set you both up for success!
Buying a Raft? Start Here
Do your research—explore the different types of whitewater boats available. Determine how and where you plan to use your boat. Narrow down your list of potentials, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
Trip Review
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Best Rafting Runs in Colorado
We ranked the top whitewater rafting sections in Colorado.Read article
Product Reviews
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Buying a Raft? Start Here
Do your research—explore the different types of whitewater boats available. Determine how and where you plan to use your boat. Narrow down your list of potentials, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
How to Choose Your Whitewater Helmet
Learn about whitewater helmets and how to choose the right one for you. Here we go over the proper sizing of a helmet including different fit tests to ensure you stay safe on the water.
What to Wear: Fall Paddling
Are you geared up for fall paddling? Tips and tricks from CKS Online Experts.
How To Guides
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A Guide to Building Your Raft Frame
How to create a custom raft frame for your boat. Easily choose from a variety of options and upgrades.
Dogs and the River Lifestyle
How can you be sure your dog is ready for a river trip? Training and proper gear will set you both up for success!
Buying a Raft? Start Here
Do your research—explore the different types of whitewater boats available. Determine how and where you plan to use your boat. Narrow down your list of potentials, weigh the advantages and disadvantages of each type.
Tips for a River Trip Leader (TL)
Our rafting expert Jake Castle explains the necessary characteristics of a good Trip Leader.
Trip Reviews
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What to Know About Boating Hell's Canyon, Part I
Curious about applying for a Hell's Canyon (ID) permit? Here's what you need to know.
Russell Fork Recap
October means it's time to paddle the Russell Fork. CKS Online's Nick Gilbert recaps his Russell Fork Race and time in Kentucky.
Eastbound + Down: A Preview
The 2020 Green Race is upon us! Read what we have planned for the next few weeks, including exclusive brand interviews and field reports from our paddling experts.
3 Days to Plan a 280 Mile Self-Support Kayak Trip
On Friday, September 18th, two friends picked up a last-minute Grand Canyon permit. Their launch date? Three days later. Learn how they packed and planned for this self-support kayak trip through the Big Ditch.