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Kayaking Resources: What's New In The Industry
- PALM EQUIPMENT LAUNCHES THE WAVE SNEAKER
Palm Equipment has launched the new Wave Sneaker, a performance watersports shoe built for grip, comfort and all-day use—from whitewater and rocky shorelines to coastal journeys, and everyday living around the water. Built on the award-winning Vibram sole platform of the Gradient boot, the Wave Sneaker delivers the same trusted traction and durability in a lighter, [&hellip
- LEKKER KAYAKS: Petrel – 2026 Product of the Year (Recreational)
The Petrel is a kayak that brings real performance to everyday paddlers—fast, stable, and built for adventure. Among the highlights of last year’s Paddle Sports Show was the 2026 Product of the Year Awards, organized in partnership with KS Publishing and the Paddler’s Guide. Each year, the contest spotlights the best new paddlesports gear for the [&hellip
- Why the Boost Fin Long Range could become the new standard for SUP Touring
Electrical assistance has become increasingly popular in recent years. Electrical assistance can make the sport more accessible, help paddlers reach places that once felt out of range, and add confidence when heading out on longer trips. From fully integrated electric boards to modular accessories, there are now many ways to enhance your time on the [&hellip
- LEVEL SIX: Exhaust Pro fabric – 2026 Product of the Year (Innovation)
“After 6 years of development, Exhaust Pro is the world’s first fabric designed from the ground up for paddlesports: PFAS-free, recycled, and outperforming everything we’ve ever made.” — Stig Larsson, CEO & Co-Founder, Level Six Among the highlights of last year’s Paddle Sports Show was the 2026 Product of the Year Awards, organized in partnership with [&hellip
- Hands Off Nature petition
Europe’s water is at risk and your help could make all the difference! For the past 25 years, the EU’s environmental laws have protected rivers, lakes, wetlands, and groundwater. They set the baseline that keeps water clean, ecosystems alive, and people safe. Now, those protections are being challenged. A push for “simplification” is gaining ground [&hellip
