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What to Wear for Fall Paddling
Are you geared up for fall paddling? Tips and tricks from CKS Online Experts.
Boater Tips: River Trip Kitchen
5 major tips for outfitting, managing, and cleaning up your river kitchen
Tips for a River Trip Leader (TL)
Our rafting expert Jake Castle explains the necessary characteristics of a good Trip Leader.
10 Things to Buy to Get Invited on a River Trip
Looking to earn a spot on your friend's river trip this season? Here are ten pieces of gear that are necessary and valued for any overnight river trip.
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Best Rafting Runs in Colorado
We ranked the top whitewater rafting sections in Colorado.Read article
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What to Wear for Fall Paddling
Are you geared up for fall paddling? Tips and tricks from CKS Online Experts.
Sand Mats: Not Just a Kitchen Floor!
If you review the regulations for any permitted section of river, pretty much all of them require having a floor for your kitchen as part of leav...
Why You Need a Captain's Cooler for your Raft
If you are looking for a more dialed set up the lowest hanging fruit is, undoubtedly, a captain's cooler.
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What to Wear for Fall Paddling
Are you geared up for fall paddling? Tips and tricks from CKS Online Experts.
Tips for a River Trip Leader (TL)
Our rafting expert Jake Castle explains the necessary characteristics of a good Trip Leader.
10 Things to Buy to Get Invited on a River Trip
Looking to earn a spot on your friend's river trip this season? Here are ten pieces of gear that are necessary and valued for any overnight river trip.
How to Plan a River Trip - Updated
Were you lucky enough to win a river permit? It can be overwhelming to plan. Read our expert tips and tricks to help you plan your upcoming whitewater river trip.
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What to Know about Boating Hell’s Canyon, Part II
The rapids and camps you need to know before applying for your Hell's Canyon permit.
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.
Forward Strokes and Free Beer: Grand Canyon in 6 Days
On Monday, September 21st, two friends launched from Lee's Ferry and began their self-support paddle through the Grand Canyon. Their goal? Make it to Pearce Ferry, 280 miles downstream, before September 27th. Kayaker Nick Gilbert breaks down his day by day experience of his "quick lap" in the Big Ditch.