Colorado Kayak Supply (CKS) Blog
First Impressions - Jackson Kayak Gnarvana Review From a Not So Average Paddler
"For the first time I am in a boat that does everything well."
- Jes Amacher
First Impressions - Gna...
Longboat Season is Here - Tips from Pyranha's Chris Hipgrave
We got a minute to chat with "Longboat Legend" Chris Hipgrave to share a few tips going into race season!
Longboat Season is Here!
With Yough Rac...
How to Replace Your Dry Wear Gaskets at Home
A DIY gasket replacement can definitely feel pretty scary to take on. Whether it's your first time or fifteenth, follow this step-by-step guide to help you through the process!
The Dream Overnight Raft Setup
You need to keep in mind a few things when creating your overnight raft setup. We have the best ideas about rigging your boat for the river!
Want to Take the Kids on a Whitewater Adventure? Here's What You'll Need
The essentials for staying safe and sane on the water with your kids!
5 Best Rivers for Beginner Paddleboarding in the US
If there are only five rivers you ever stand up paddleboard, make them these.
Bathroom Reading: What is a Groover and How Do You Use It?
Privy, Loo, Bano, Toilet, Throne. Same words for the same thing. On the river, the sh*t box is called a groover, and it demands your respect and care.
The Ultimate Paddler's Guide for Layering Apparel
As we begin to transition from winter sports to summer, this is a good time to consider proper clothing in the ever changing and uncertain spring weather conditions.
First R2 Descent Down Fish Creek
From the CKS Archives: On May 22, 2020, local paddlers Luke Cutler and Shawn McFarland manned a small raft down Fish Creek in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This was the first R2 descent of this technical creek.