Why the Petzl GriGri Keeps on Sending

November 13, 2022

After all these years, the Petzl GriGri is still the most widely trusted assisted braking belay device on the market. It sets the benchmark against which all other devices are compared. While there have been some worthy runner-ups, the GriGri’s tried-and-true design and durability have made it hard to beat. It’s so popular, in fact, that, in common climber parlance, the word grigri has come to mean any assisted-braking belay...

5 Tips for Fishing While Camping (for Beginners)

October 26, 2022

Are you preparing for an upcoming fishing and camping trip? Learn five tips and tricks for having the safest, easiest, most fun experience possible. In this article, we’ll cover five things to do that will help keep your camping trip safe, simple, and fun while you catch and cook any kind of fish. For a dedicated fisherman, the only thing better than a day spent fishing is a night spent...

The Top 5 Most Fuel Efficient Kayak Racks

October 25, 2022

That roof rack that’s been on your car for a year could be costing you more in gas every time you fill up. Adding anything to the outside of your car is going to affect your vehicle’s wind resistance, this is no exemption for a roof rack. Roof racks make any car’s aerodynamics worse by increasing the frontal area and increasing the drag coefficient of a vehicle, making the engine...

How To Get In and Out Of A Kayak In Water Safely

May 06, 2022

The most daunting part of kayaking for beginners is learning how to safely get in and out of a kayak. The last thing you want to do is embarrass yourself in front of other, more experienced paddlers - or worse, injure yourself. Whether you're trying to enter or exit your boat from the water, shore, or dock, one thing is for sure - it's tricky at first! Don't worry -...

What Is The Difference Between A Kayak And A Canoe?

May 06, 2022

What is the difference between a kayak and a canoe? While these two boats seem pretty similar, they have some striking differences you must be aware of. The ideal choice will depend on several factors. And today, we're going to unpack the kayak vs canoe debate to help you pick the right boat. The kayak and canoe share many similarities - they require paddles and can even look similar depending...

How to Hang a Kayak in a Garage: 2 Ways to Store While Saving Space

May 06, 2022

When storing your kayak, the garage is the preferred choice. Storing kayaks in garage spaces protects them from the elements, making it easy to load up your boat and head out to the water. But if you’re like most people, garage space is a precious commodity you cannot afford to waste. You don’t want to keep your kayak in the garage at the cost of having to park your car...