Colorado Kayak Supply (CKS) Blog

An Inflatable Kayak that Paddles like a Playboat?!
Colorado native Luke Cutler reviews the AIRE Spud inflatable kayak.

Why We Love Paddling the Pyranha Ripper
The Pyranha Ripper packs a lot of bang for the buck. A perfect ride, especially for intermediate paddlers, it delivers big performance that all can appreciate. Check out our four key reasons the Pyranha Ripper is one of our favorite whitewater kayaks.

CKS Review: Astral TR1 Junction River Shoe
The Astral TR1 Junction has more rubber around the toes, exceptional traction, and will stay on during swims. Time for some very stout—and fun—paddling.

Jackson Antix 2.0 – First Impressions with Jesse Shimrock
Jesse Shimrock of Demshitz reviews the Antix 2.0 - the newest one quiver boat from Jackson.

Some Really Sweet Protection
Sweet Protection is a leader in helmet and protective equipment design. Their gear represents some of the highest-quality manufacturing out there ...

Why Buy a Dry Suit Now?
Dry suits are an essential part of your kit for extending your boating season beyond the summer months and get the most out of it. A dry suit seals your body in a watertight environment so you can wear warmer layers underneath, and, well, stay dry!

Sea-to-Summit X-Series Reviewed
The Sea-to-Summit X-Series Cookware line is pretty cool in my book! I own the 4 Liter X-Pot and the X-Set 32 for my light river kitchen and to use in my Ford Transit RV. When space is limited, these nearly-heatproof silicone & aluminum cookware sets give you portability offered by no other cook system.



