Neither ice, nor cold, nor gloom of overcast…

Yesterday marked the start of "paddling season" for me, with the execution of my first "local" paddle of the season (I say local because I did get in some OC-1 paddling in FL and NC in January). Temps were in the low 40's and all the ice had departed, save for the icebergs populating the passage … Continue reading Neither ice, nor cold, nor gloom of overcast…

New Demo Products At River Bear Racing!

We just got in some great Stellar demo products this week: A bright yellow S18S Advantage-Layup surfski, a white SEI Excel-Layup surfski, a couple of carbon wing paddles in small wing and mid wing sizes, and a hybrid (carbon shaft, fiberglass blades) touring paddle. Also a sampling of paddling clothing from Stellar. For those of … Continue reading New Demo Products At River Bear Racing!

A “Stellar” Opportunity

River Bear Racing is now in business, selling Stellar kayaks and surfskis in the Midwest! Give me a call if you’re interested in a new Stellar boat. I’ve owned/paddled/raced most of the surfski brands on the market, and they’re all very good, but Stellar boats have a few key advantages, particularly for those of us … Continue reading A “Stellar” Opportunity

Welcome to River Bear Racing!

This is a new site dedicated to the best in kayak, surfski, and outrigger racing - and soon, Stellar kayak & surfski sales!  Look for humorous stories, updates, events, and more related to paddle racing. Thank you for checking in!  See you on the water (or on the snow, with a set of XC skis, … Continue reading Welcome to River Bear Racing!