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 ;)

Oliver Lake Paddle 8.27.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Land Paddling & Other Great Topics

'Twas a dark and stormy night... At least that's how it started. While hot and sunny in Fort Wayne, as I got closer to Oliver Lake I could see a line of dark and threatening clouds overhead. And their threat wasn't a bluff; shortly after I got my kayak unloaded, the rains came down, accompanied … Continue reading Oliver Lake Paddle 8.27.24 →

Wabash River Run 8.24.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Elite Level Surfski, Intermediate surfski, Marathon Racing, Recreational to Stellar SR, Sea Kayak

Wabash River Run Race Report 8.24.24 I didn't make this event, as there was no way I was going to arise at 4 am for much of anything, but that didn't seem to hinder the race by much; they had over 100 registrations and I believe 96 participants!!!  It was a rather warm day, but … Continue reading Wabash River Run 8.24.24 →

Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.20.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Land Paddling & Other Great Topics

T’was another fine and fun day at the Fish Lakes this past Saturday, with beautiful weather, a great festival, and some excellent racing. Emily always outdoes herself in putting on the Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest, and this year was no different. There was food, music, axe-throwing contests, raffles, and plenty of other stuff to grab … Continue reading Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.20.24 →

Three Rivers Fest Race 7.13.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Land Paddling & Other Great Topics

Saturday’s Three Rivers Festival races didn’t feature much in the way of danger or drama on the high seas, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t have some entertaining competition and a few challenges. The race was well attended, with 17 paddlers, 15 boats, and two racers who just stopped by for a visit (Guy and … Continue reading Three Rivers Fest Race 7.13.24 →

Wabash Race 7.6.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Elite Level Surfski, Intermediate surfski, Marathon Racing, Sea Kayak

Saturday's Wabash Race was another low-drama, beautiful day event, with an excellent turnout and everyone upping their game. But that doesn't mean it didn't have its interesting moments. Like at the start, when everyone was pointed downstream and I was pointed upstream (I always get confused on which direction to go from this starting point!) … Continue reading Wabash Race 7.6.24 →