Not long after setting out, fierce winds and waves - driven by a cold, northeastern wind - wreaked havoc up on the band of kayakers. Fortunately, that wasn't our group; we enjoyed near perfect weather - at least if you prefer benign conditions. Jeff and I had to pursue a pontoon boat or two just … Continue reading Fort Wayne Kayaking: Tri-Lakes 5.14.19
Author: River Bear Racing
Surf ski, outrigger canoe, and kayak racing form a huge part of my life. As soon as the water is open in the Midwest, I'm on it 'till it freezes over again! Follow the aquatic adventure with the latest boats and equipment from our affiliation with Some Beach Outfitters (which includes Stellar Kayaks), Mocke Paddling Products, and Land Paddles too. See you on the water! Steve ;)
Fort Wayne Kayaking: Marsh Lake 4.30.19
Keith killed our “kayaker’s luck”, but the evening wasn’t a total waste. Six intrepid paddlers showed up to battle the wind, waves, rain, Grizzly bears, or whatever else nature threw at us. Thankfully the Grizzly’s never showed, but we did start with a light sprinkle and 45 or so degree weather. No big deal; we’re … Continue reading Fort Wayne Kayaking: Marsh Lake 4.30.19
Tippicanoe Race May 11, 2019
If at first you don't succeed, try again. And so we did, and this time success embraced our efforts to ignite the paddle racing season! Terry set up his usual excellent race on the Tippecanoe, although he did lack his usual donuts. I blame that on the expense of his new truck. But on the … Continue reading Tippicanoe Race May 11, 2019
Land Paddles – New to River Bear Racing!
Have you ever wanted to get in a solid paddle-type workout outdoors, but without having to get to water? Especially if it's really cold? Or you just want to get some practice conveniently without resorting to the boredom of ergs and other machines? Well...we may have the answer for you: Land Paddles!!! River Bear Racing … Continue reading Land Paddles – New to River Bear Racing!
New Stellar Pro Wing Paddle!
This is really an awesome wing paddle: very well built, very light, very ergonomic, and with a great catch and feel in the water (I first tried it at the USCA Nationals this year). It's the first and only paddle I've come across that made me willing to change from my current paddle. I just … Continue reading New Stellar Pro Wing Paddle!