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Paddle Sports

Jane Koopman reviews the Kokatat Polartec Power Dry Liner, Blister Gear Review

Kokatat Women’s Polartec Power Dry Liner

June 7, 2014 by Jane Koopman
If you’re going to be spending time in cold conditions on the river, the Kokatat Polartec Power Dry Liner is worth serious consideration.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended
Thomas Neilson reviews the Kokatat Meridian Dry Suit, Blister Gear Review

Kokatat Gore-Tex Meridian Men’s Dry Suit

May 22, 2014May 22, 2014 by Thomas Neilson
The Kokatat Meridian is one of the best dry suits we know of.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
John Nestler reviews the Watershed Go Forth Dry Bag, Blister Gear Review

Watershed Go Forth Dry Bag

May 17, 2014 by John Nestler
The Watershed Go Forth is an outstanding dry bag that also functions as a fanny pack to carry a light load.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
David Spiegel reviews the NRS Crux drysuit, Blister Gear Review

NRS Crux Drysuit

May 9, 2014 by David Spiegel
The NRS Crux strikes a great balance of price and quality for paddlers who need a very capable drysuit, but who don't need to spend top dollar.
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David Spiegel reviews the NRS 0.5mm HydroSkin pants, Blister Gear Review

NRS 0.5mm HydroSkin Pants

April 22, 2014April 22, 2014 by David Spiegel
The NRS 0.5mm HydroSkin pants are a very versatile and extremely affordable alternative to dry pants or a drysuit.
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David Speigel reviews the Astral Designs Rassler, Blister Gear Review

Astral Rassler Water Shoe

March 26, 2014 by David Spiegel
The Astral Rassler is an excellent expedition paddling shoe, featuring a slimmer, lower profile design than its competitors.
Categories Featured, Footwear, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
NRS Hydrolock Stowfloat, Blister Gear Review.

Watershed Futa and NRS Hydrolock stowfloats

January 7, 2014January 3, 2014 by Thomas Neilson
Part Drybags 101, part review, Thomas Neilson takes a look at two drybags on the market.
Categories Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
NRS Zen Rescue PFD, Blister Gear Review.

NRS Zen Rescue PFD

December 13, 2013December 13, 2013 by David Spiegel
Paddle Sports Editor David Spiegel dropped into the Grand Canyon of the Stikine with the Zen Rescue PFD strapped to his chest. How's that for an endorsement?
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Jackson All Star, Blister Gear Review.

Jackson Kayak All Star

December 7, 2013December 7, 2013 by Jane Koopman
The redesigned 2013 All Star is a great playboat that will also work as a decent river runner.
Categories Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Fluid Bazooka, Blister Gear Review.

First Look: Fluid Bazooka

February 19, 2014November 1, 2013 by David Spiegel
After only one day of testing, the Bazooka shows a lot of promise. We think this hull has what it takes to fire it up.
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Lucky Charm spray skirt, Blister Gear Review.

Immersion Research Lucky Charm Spray Skirt

October 18, 2013 by David Spiegel
The Lucky Charm balances comfort, functionality, and dryness. And it's never imploded on Blister editor David Spiegel.
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Stohlquist Descent PFD, Blister Gear Review.

Stohlquist Descent PFD

October 11, 2013 by Thomas Neilson
The Stohlquist Descent PFD comes with full-strength shoulder straps that make portaging almost easy. Competitors should take note.
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Dagger Mamba, Blister Gear Review

Dagger Mamba 8.6

October 4, 2013 by Thomas Neilson
The Dagger Mamba 8.6 is a great boat for beginner paddlers, but it also really shines on hard whitewater of any variety.
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Shred Ready Tsunami Elbow Pads

September 28, 2013 by Jane Koopman
For when the run gets steep, shallow, and rocky, Shred Ready's Tsunami Elbow Pads are well-built and reasonably priced.
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Boardworks SHUBU, Blister Gear Review.

Boardworks SHUBU Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard

September 6, 2013September 6, 2013 by Lexi Dowdall
The Boardworks SHUBU is an excellent option for beginners, paddlers on a budget, or those with storage limitations.
Categories Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews

Liquidlogic Remix 79

September 11, 2013September 4, 2013 by David Spiegel
The Liquidlogic Remix 79 is a very fast boat that eats up big water, but it's also a good choice for the novice paddler just getting started with whitewater.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Kokatat dry pants, Blister Gear Review.

Kokatat Gore-Tex Tempest Dry Pants

August 30, 2013August 30, 2013 by Jane Koopman
Less expensive than a full dry suit, the Kokatat Gore-Tex Tempest Dry Pants are well made and very comfortable.
Categories Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Werner Powerhouse, Blister Gear Review.

Werner Powerhouse Kayak Paddle

August 23, 2013August 14, 2013 by Thomas Neilson
Werner's Powerhouse is a durable, powerful, and affordable paddle designed for river running and creeking.
Categories Featured, Paddle Sports, Recommended, Reviews
Maverick, Blister Gear Review.

NRS Maverick Gloves

July 29, 2013July 29, 2013 by Jane Koopman
The NRS Maverick Gloves keep your hands warm in above-freezing temperatures without sacrificing dexterity. You almost forget you're wearing warmers.
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Five Ten Water Tennie, Blister Gear Review.

Five Ten Water Tennie

July 19, 2013 by David Spiegel
Five Ten's Water Tennie is comfortable in the boat, yet its Stealth Rubber sole still provides good traction for difficult portages.
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