Many sandal choices

Gear Reviews: River Sandals

By: Michael Hughes, November 14, 2024

There are a bunch of river footwear options out there. Closed-toe shoes offer the most protection and tend to have the best and stickiest soles for traction. However, when it's...

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Two bags fit great in the bottom of my cooler

Gear Reviews: Canyon Coolers Clean Ice Bag

By: Michael Hughes, October 31, 2024

Ice is a pretty important part of any river trip, car camping trip, or road trip. It is the way to keep your food and beverages cold while on the...

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Dolomites and included case

Gear Review: Ombraz Sunglasses

By: Michael Hughes, May 2, 2024

I am sure some of you have seen the Ombraz armless sunglasses at some point. In case you haven’t seen them, think sunglasses with Chums attached but no arms that...

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Send-O-Vision

Best New Gear For 2024

By: Michael Hughes, April 1, 2024

Are you ready to unload your tax refund on some of the hottest river gear for 2024? Send-O-Vision Sick of having the pick a line through the rapids? Well, toss...

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Raft, oars, frames..CHECK

Pro Tips: First Trip of the Season

By: Michael Hughes, March 21, 2024

The sun is shining, the snow is starting to melt, permits have been issued, and that means rafting season is almost here! Time to go through your gear, inflate your...

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Always fun rafting Gore Canyon

Pro Tips: Western River Festivals

By: Michael Hughes, March 1, 2024

Whitewater River Festivals are a joyous celebration of all things rivers and the outdoors. They range in size, river difficulty, and typically have a party for all to celebrate. From...

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Tools you will need

Gear Review: Aquaseal +UV

By: Michael Hughes, February 16, 2024

Holes in your soft gear doesn't mean it is time to retire that gear. There are a handful of ways to make repairs from duct tape to epoxy. Aquaseal +UV...

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Paddle boat fun!

Pro Tips: Embarrassing Questions From The First Timer

By: Michael Hughes, February 6, 2024

We have all brought a friend on their first river adventure. Whether it be a quick mellow half-day float or a multi-day whitewater adventure, we have all been there. Next...

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Tappan Falls

Pro Tips: River Permit Lottery

By: Michael Hughes, January 24, 2024

Every January boating groups around the country (maybe the world) get together in person, video chats, or long email chains and formulate a plan to get the perfect season of...

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Blossom Bar from up stream scout

Pro Trips: Blossom Bar

By: Michael Hughes, December 21, 2023

Blossom Bar is possibly the most recognized and talked about rapid on the Rogue River. Maybe even on the top list of rapids talked about in the river community. It...

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