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 ;)

8.26.23 Wabash River Run

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

Wabash River Photo by Lori Schaffer from her Facebook page on 8.26.23 Brent Ernsberger submits the following informal results from this fun, non USCA race many enjoyed recently. See also the official results posted below! 1st overall Jon Henderson in open kayak. 2nd overall Deb Kanost, first in women's sea kayak. 3rd overall Tom Thomas, first in … Continue reading 8.26.23 Wabash River Run →

8.29.23 Waldron Lake Paddle

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

Quite a nice evening on Waldron Lake. We had our typically kayakers rain aversion, as the rains stopped about the time we arrived and stayed away during our time on the lake. Beautiful evening, calm waters - and great cookies (and buckeyes!) afterwards (many thanks again to Louise!) We had 10 boats and 11 paddlers … Continue reading 8.29.23 Waldron Lake Paddle →

8.8.23 FW Kayaking Group Golden Lake outing

Posted on by River Bear Racing in Recreational to Stellar SR, Sea Kayak

It indeed was a great day and a great time with friends! Pretty much perfect weather, perfect water, a good turnout, and a fair number of critters made for some sweet paddling time. Seems like we had nearly a 50/50 split between kayaks and canoes this time; something must be in the air to bring … Continue reading 8.8.23 FW Kayaking Group Golden Lake outing →

Lions Paws for Support Race 7.22.23

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

Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest aka Fish Lake Race 7.22.23 Emily outdid herself once again organizing and running the Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest, also known to us as the Fish Lake Race. The sun was shining, axes were flying, burgers were frying, and music was in the air. And we were on the water, … Continue reading Lions Paws for Support Race 7.22.23 →

Three Rivers Fest Race 7.8.23

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

Photo by Julie Birge Three Rivers Festival Canoe & Kayak Races Report 7.8.23 Saturday wasn’t looking promising for the TRF race; initial predictions were for rain from 9 to 4, with early afternoon thunderstorms. My wife was recovering from a medical procedure, and wouldn’t be able to come and help. And several of our regular … Continue reading Three Rivers Fest Race 7.8.23 →