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Playak News Flash - September 3, 2018
The world's latest paddling headlines.

Featured Plan for PADDLEexpo now! - The leading global paddlesports-exclusive trade show Celebrate Rivers with American Whitewater’s Wild and scenic party at Colorado Am. Whitewater - American Whitewater(AW) is celebrating 50th anniversary of the Wild & Scenic Rivers Act. It’s a wild and scenic party with swag give aways, river films, opportunities to take action on behalf of rivers, and lot of cool stuff. So, let’s raise a glass and our awareness for the lifeblood of our community - Rivers! Proceeds from the evening go to non-profits supporting AW’s work to protect and restore our nation’s rivers. Awards for the best products showcased in the Paddlesports Retailer Show are announced... Adventure Kayak - Rapid Media presents awards for the best boats, paddles, gear, accessories and apparel at the 2018 Paddlesport Retailer Show Tom Tirabaso with his best paddle buddy Dog Luna on wilderness paddle expedition to Quetico Canoe Kayak - So, is putting a bright, energetic border collie in the bow of a canoe and paddling and portaging through the wilderness of Quetico a good or risky thing? For Tom Tirabasso, 56, a small business owner in Carol Stream, Illinois, it's the only way to travel. Wandering in the pouring rain - paddling and camping on islands of Archipelago Sea Kayak Stonington - I had an unexpected day off, and since it was raining and a bit dreary, it seemed unlikely we’d be getting overrun with visitors at the campground. I packed my boat and headed out mid-morning in the pouring rain. Hard work of fishing the rainbow trout rewarded!! Jackson Kayak - Red Paddle Co has announced the launch of a revolutionary inflatable paddle board. The Compact 9’6” on pre-sale now, is a full-sized SUP that folds down to half the size of a regular inflatable paddle board while not compromising on paddling performance. Red Paddle Co’s Ultra-Packable 9’6″ x 32″ Compact Inflatable SUP Package AirKayaks - Red Paddle Co has announced the launch of their new 9’6″ Compact Inflatable SUP Package , a revolutionary game-changer in the inflatable paddle board industry. Starboard’s Fiona Wylde Columbia Gorge Recap TotalSUP - Starboard paddler Fiona Wylde had a great weekend at the Columbia Gorge Paddle Challenge, winning the double downwinder at her home spot.  Fiona gives TotalSUP the report of the performance at the Columbia Gorge Paddle Challenge. Adventures stay - Oregon, Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area Elder SUP - This trip we decided to soak up the culture, history, hiking, biking, paddling, wine or beer sampling and fishing by staying in Cascade Locks at the base of the incredible “Bridge of the Gods.” Cascade Locks, Oregon, is located in the middle of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area... Sneak Peak at the New “Compact” Inflatable SUP from Red Paddle Co. SUP Examiner - PaddleXaminer got a sneak peak at Red Paddle Co’s (Red) new inflatable SUP, the Compact ahead of the official release on August 29th. NRS Star Rival Inflatable SUP is Ready for Fishing and Fun Adventure Kayak - In addition to technical clothes, accessories and safety gear, NRS makes great inflatable boards and boats. This year, they’re branding their inflatable Star boards and kayaks to appeal to paddlers and anglers. Badfish's Hot Boards For Paddlesports Retailer Adventure Kayak - The BadFisher is getting a reboot for 2019. BadFish's five-year-old best-selling board has been updated with new features and a refined shape. Red Paddle Co Launches Revolutionary Change to Inflatables SUP Connect - Red Paddle Co has announced the launch of a revolutionary inflatable paddle board. The Compact 9’6” on pre-sale now, is a full-sized SUP that folds down to half the size of a regular inflatable paddle board while not compromising on paddling performance. 10′ Redder Vortex Pro All-Around Review supboardguide.com - When its a board as affordable as Redder it’s either a bargain or it’s got some faults. So which one is it? I took the 10’6” Redder Vortex out and put it through the test. Starboard Releases Sneak Peek of 2019 Race Boards SUP Connect - For 2019, Starboard’s race range is faster and again more stable, breaking new boundaries in our sport.