Canoe & Kayak

joe explains how the new Firecracker fits within the Pyranha kayaks range, specifically in relation to their popular Ripper 2.

Here Joe covers the reasoning behind Pyranha's move away from sizing that bases itself on small, medium and large. The numerical system might be confusing to some but potentially gives more freedom to those choosing a new boat.

It was an interesting opportunity to join key Pyranha design, marketing and sales staff to discuss their latest release, the Firecracker! This model has been a long time in development and you might have seen the initial concept at the Lyon Paddlesports show last year. Since then, a flurry of spy shots, both on and off the water, have infiltrated social media but a vast number of questions remained unanswered until now.

As the quiver of available options grows ever larger we ask whether the Machno by Pyranha might be the right choice for you. Read on to find out.

Here Joe, our paddlesport staff member, introduces Palm's Solo vest personal floatation device. Find out why you might choose this for kayaking and SUP, as well as how it compares with the ever popular Meander front zip model.

As summer begins to draw to an end it is natural to start thinking about what equipment you may require to continue enjoying time on the water as the days get shorter and cooler. Autumn brings some beautiful paddling conditions. From quieter, more peaceful days on the lake to enjoying some whitewater paddling as the rivers finally start to fill back up. Whatever your preference, there are options for everyone to get out and about. Although there will be some warmer days, it is easy to get caught out by the odd rain shower or colder spell. This blog will highlight key items to keep you comfortable in changeable conditions.

Here George covers the main models worth note from Aquaglide's inflatable kayak range. Including legendary names such as Chinook, Chelan and Navarro. Whether you need a boat for solo or tandem paddling, inland or coastal use, this well respected brand has you covered.

Pyranha have been doing a fantastic job to help their partner stores. Not only in creating epic boats and driving innovation through difficult times, but also in providing our staff with the right information to advise customers in the best way. As part of the Ripper 2 launch, I was able to access a Q&A session with Andy Butler, one of the Pyranha designers, with numerous international and domestic partner stores joining in to benefit from this inside information. So what was discussed and how can it be useful to anyone considering adding the latest home grown half slice to their quiver? Read on to find out.

Here George takes an initial look at the new Spinera Hybris inflatable kayak, the latest boat to the market using drop stitch technology for improved performance. We use our specialist knowledge of blow up kayaks in order to summarise this model's key features and why it has so many people excited to get on the water.

The second generation of arguably the most influential whitewater kayak of the last ten years. A difficult second album or another smash hit? Time will be the judge but based on Pyranha’s recent successes with 9R, Ozone and Scorch I’m confident enough to have a personal order in place already.