Hit Backcountry Lakes and Rivers With This Perfect 6-Piece Paddling Kit
Gear up for trips on all types of water.
Gear up for trips on all types of water.
Some of the best wilderness in the country has no trail at all. Grab a paddle and get ready for the ultimate summer on the water with these 11 trips down National Wild and Scenic Rivers.
Trading your boots for a boat? Heed these hints to makes sure you’re never up a creek without a paddle.
Customizable PFD
Best storage
Canoe paddle
Self-bailing packraft
Leg-powered paddlecraft
Packable SUP
Touring kayak
Inflatable Canoe
Load-bearing Cart
Join the standup paddleboard craze and enjoy an above-water vantage for everything from rising trout to streamside wildlife.
In a kayak, you’ll see new terrain and score remote beach camps while your boat does all the heavy lifting. Here’s everything you need to build a high-performance package for less than $1,500.
When it comes to kayak safety, here are 4 items that could save your butt on the water.
This starter setup costs less than $1,300 and will last for years.
This PFD offers flotation and fit without spendy extras.
It’s exactly what an entry-level paddle should be: simple, light, and affordable.
Keep your maps and permits dry and organized in these clear urethane cases.
Portages are easier with this giant, tough, leakproof dry bag.
A new three-layer material makes the Journey 167 canoe family-tough and budget-friendly.
Float away with the best boats and watersport accessories.
Paddle through any conditions with this durable canoe from Wenonah.
Stay dry and comfortable with this breathable paddling jacket from Immersion Research.
Combine all the benefits of a dry bag and compression sack and you get the Airpurge Dry Compressions Sacks from Outdoor Research.
Go lightweight with this adjustable kayak paddle from Bending Branches.
Get flexibility for a bargain with this sea kayak from Perception.
Re-think your preconceptions with this comfortable PFD from Kokatat.
This inflatable kayak from Innova combines storage benefits and a hard-shell-like deck.
Grip and draining combine in this hybrid shoe from Sperry Top-Sider.
This sea kayak from Wilderness Systems gives you the comfort and storage space necessary for a multi-day journey.
Trek to the Peruvian high spot where the planet's most powerful river is born.
Protect your valuables on your next paddling trip with this iPhone case.
Top picks and values for backcountry lake and rivers
This budget-friendly boat made from durable thermoformed polyethylene offers a plush ride for everyday paddling.
The low-profile, adjustable PFD features soft, PVC-free foam, which molds around your body for custom-fit-like comfort.
Keep your butt happy on long canoeing trips with this add-on seat.
A giant roll-top and zip-top dry bag in one
A versatile 17x4 cruiser with plenty of storage space.
Protect your valuables on your next paddling trip with these iPhone and iPad cases.
An inflatable kayak with multiday gear-carrying capacity and legit whitewater stability
A one-person pack raft
A 17-foot boat for paddlers who rank long-haul performance over short-course speed.