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 ;)

Bridge to Bridge Race 6.29.24

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Land Paddling & Other Great Topics, Marathon Racing, Sea Kayak

In spite of the initial threats of thunderstorms, or at least rain, the Bridge-to-Bridge race had quite a nice turnout. And those who came were rewarded with the deepest water I've ever seen on that river. Which also led to my personal selection of the wrong boat; instead of selecting an OC1 that could turn … Continue reading Bridge to Bridge Race 6.29.24 →

Golden Lake Paddle Report 7.2.24

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

They don't make paddle evenings much nicer than this one, and a half-dozen of us arrived at Golden Lake to prove it so. Actually a half dozen plus one, as Fred showed up for a visit, but had nothing with which to imbibe. Hopefully next week! We paddled the standard route to Hogback Lake and … Continue reading Golden Lake Paddle Report 7.2.24 →

Hoosier Regatta Race Report 4.27.24

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

For his first time running a race, Kyle Willis did a really good job - and had quite a turnout as well! Must have been the hankerin' for everyone to get back on the water, as 17 paddlers showed up to test their meddle against 13 miles of beautiful river and very stout headwinds, on … Continue reading Hoosier Regatta Race Report 4.27.24 →

Tippicanoe Race Results & Report 5.11.24

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

Terry picked a picture perfect day for this year's Tippecanoe Race, and it seemed to inspire the masses, as we had quite a turnout. Classic paddlers we haven't seen for awhile, like Guy and Sonja Gilman turned out, along with new or long-distance paddlers like Jeff Poland and Jeff Aleksic. Not to mention a good … Continue reading Tippicanoe Race Results & Report 5.11.24 →

Sugar Creek Race 6.1.24

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

I wasn't able to make the Sugar Creek Race this year, but it seems quite a few of our racers did, even with the threat of rain. I understand the water levels and the current were higher than usual, leading to some good times. Not that there weren't frustrations as well... In talking with several … Continue reading Sugar Creek Race 6.1.24 →