After paddling this boat for just a couple of months here are my initial thoughts from a 115 lb 5’3” female paddler. Stays high and dry Paddles unlike any other Jackson Kayak I have paddled, not only does the bow stay up but it wants to float you above the water where you sit in […]
Author: Crystal.Gustin
I started kayaking in Wisconsin of all places, because this is where I am from. I then moved to San Diego and took on kayak surfing along with heading to the Kern River when water was available. I then made the move to Asheville, NC and have been hooked on this sport since my Wisconsin days.
With whatever it is that you do, do it because you love it, not because society tells you should or for other outside factors. Don't simply exist, live!
Our New Video
Actions speak louder than words. Check out our new little video. A big thanks to Sarah Ruhlen, Nikki Malatin, Daniel Brasuell and Chad Christopher for contributing video for this edit.
Dirty Bird 2019 Recap
First, let me apologize for being incredibly slack on adding posts. Life seemed to happen. This is far overdue but here we go. Every year Paddle In Pink hosts an event on the Pigeon River in TN to raise money for the Live Like Maria Foundation. The event consists of a group of women all […]
Kayak Rack Build
A friend of mine was in need of a kayak rack and after numerous requests, I made it a priority and started my research. I could have made it easy on myself and built a sawhorse style rack, same as mine, but I am not really a big fan of it. With a fair amount […]
Creation of the Van Bed
The post is long overdue as I have had a legit bed in my van for a while now as this is probably the most important feature of a van conversion. Let’s see if I can break this down as this was not an easy build for me. For whatever reason, I really struggled with […]
Tallulah Fun
Living so close to the Tallulah River, one would think I would be super stoked on when these releases approach. Truth be told, this is not on my top river list. The reason: complete head game. Years ago, I broke my rib near my spine due to flipping in Tom’s Brain Buster. The first time […]
