Innholdsfortegnelse for Paddle World magazine 2021 i Kayak Session Magazine

For many of us, the restrictions of the past year have only fueled our love of exploration and our desire to travel and experience the world around us, whether by board or by boat. It’s an odd feeling, the intense, collective longing for these kinds of activities to be possible again. But with borders remaining shut for much of the time between our last issue of Paddle World and now, we were forced to find other ways to feed our passions, finding new adventures and missions closer to home or spending time escaping virtually with online entertainment or social media, losing ourselves in stories and articles of places far away. Stories and articles like those we have chosen to feature on our website and magazines, like this issue of Paddle…

It’s rugged out here. We’re alone and far from civilization, hunkered down on the wild and remote western coast of New Zealand’s third-largest island. It’s intimidating and scary. The full force of the Southern Ocean is rolling under our kayaks. The swell is slowly growing, looking angrier by the minute; the wind is strong and gusting. It’s getting big, really big – and we’re not stoked. We’re getting beat down, slowly growing more and more exhausted as the wind hits us head-on, 40 knots of bitterly cold southerly right in the face. It’s tough to make progress. Conversation has stopped; there's no point. Voices can't be heard over the roar of the ocean. Critical shouts pointing out obstacles are thrown towards the group, but most are lost or misunderstood. The…

BEAVER - BEAVER ACTIVE LUX Beaver - stable, secure, and simple canoes for boating with the family.The Beaver Active Lux has enough space for the whole family with all equipment.The boat has a pear-shaped form, so it can quickly stabilize after the heeling.Two air pockets, on the front and the back of the boat, ensure that the canoe self-rights after capsizing and floats on its freeboard when it is full of water. Pockets have flow; therefore, condensation is cleared.A long, elegant boat keel with two main lines ensures excellent stability. Lightweight and easy to transport and carry. LENGTH: 485 CM/15’11 | WIDTH: 75 CM/29.5’’ | WEIGHT: 28 KG/62 LB CANOEBEAVER.COM JACKSON KAYAK - BIG RIG HD The Big Rig HD/FD, our most stable kayak, is tricked…

NORTIK - SCUBI 2 XL It is the newest and the most versatile kayak of the Scubi family. Besides the usual features of a Scubi-quick intuitive assembly, stiffness, well tracking, easy to carry around – there is a multitude of accessories that offer a wide range of uses. The variably installable third seat makes the Scubi 2 XL to a one, two or almost three-seater. It is a perfect companion for a short getaway as well as a two-week trip with camping gear or even to go fishing or sailing. The Scubi 2 XL is the boat that grows with your requirements and is always exactly the kayak you need! SEATS: 1, 2 UP TO 3 (WITH A SMALL PERSON) | LENGTH: 480 WIDTH: 90 CM WEIGHT: 19…

P&H SEA KAYAKS - DELPHIN 155 The Delphin’s cockpit has been positioned further back than in traditional sea kayak designs, giving a fine balance that, in combination with the progressive bow rocker, leaves the front of the boat just kissing the water, resulting in superb manoeuvrability and excellent positioning when riding even the steepest of waves.Also available in a smaller, 150 size (without day hatch). LENGTH: 475 CM/15’7’’ | WIDTH: 57 CM/22.5’’ | WEIGHT: 25.5 KG/56 LB | VOLUME: 267 L/70 G | MAX. CAP.: 125 KG/275 LB | MATERIAL: CORELITE X (ADVANCED ROTOMOULDED FOAM CORE SUPER-LINEAR HDPE) PHSEAKAYAKS.COM PEAK UK - MARATHON WIND An ultra lightweight, windproof, and water repellent jacket made from 40D Pertex nylon.The jacket packs into the handy zip pocket and the…

NORTIK - SCUBI 1 XL The award-winning Scubi 1 XL is an innovative hybrid kayak that combines a minimum frame structure with high-pressure air tubes on the sides. The few frame parts provide the needed stiffness and V-shape necessary for good tracking and speed. These features are most appreciated on paddle tours. Furthermore, the high-pressure air tubes ensure a great stability and fast assembly. Packed in its backpack, the boat is light and easy to carry around (on foot, by bus, bike, rail, car, plane, ...). After a quick and intuitive assembly, it is ready for your next adventure. LENGTH: 380 CM | WIDTH: 80 CM | WEIGHT: 12 KG | MATERIAL: PVC-PU / ALUMINUM FALTBOOT.DE LETTMANN - SKAGERRAK EPEDITION PLUS The Lettmann ''Skagerrak'' is one…

I was 17 years old when I did my first downwind paddle on the famous Miller’s Run. It was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life and one of the most exciting. I have not stopped since; it has literally become my life. If the Hawaiian Islands are the spiritual home of downwind paddling, the Miller’s Run is the gym. We may go to church on Sundays, but we work on weekdays, and Miller’s is where the work gets done. Consistency, accessibility, and safety are what sets this downwind apart from any other. Whether you want to start downwind paddling or wish to become the best at it, the Miller's Run is a rite of passage. It is the world’s ultimate downwind training ground. "IT’S AN ADDICTIVE DRUG…

All work mornings start and end the same way: Coffee, catchup, prioritizing urgent tasks in your inbox, lunch breaks (repeat coffee scenario with sandwiches), work stress, dealing with bosses, dealing with unforeseen crap, putting it all into motion, and the commute home. Oh. I forgot pants again, my BAD. I should have started with “putting on pants!” In my world, all workdays melt into the next. In the outdoor sporting industry, we are all heads down and working hard these days, so when my friend Ken calls, and asks, "Hey bud, how ‘bout a five-day run down the Lower Pet with Brendo and me?” my answer is a quick “Absolutely!”. My mind immediately went to the word “vacation.” I write this opening paragraph with the full power of hindsight’s 20/20…