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GoPro Max 2

Are you interested in the new GoPro Max 2 360 camera? Then check out this excellent video from Simon Wyndham.

Pyranha InaZone Kayak

An old name but a new kayak.


Pyranha InaZone Kayak


Pyranha InaZone Kayak
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Palm Fuse Action Suit

Autumn each years brings craft of new gear from Palm Equipment. First up from Palm is the Fuse Action Suit.

Palm Fuse Action Suit
Palm Fuse Action Suit

A shape-shifting drysuit with an athletic fit – made from supple two-way stretch fabric. Every part of the suit is PFAS-free, from the soft tricot lining to the DWR finish. Inspiring confidence under pressure, the YKK AquaSeal entry and relief zips are watertight, durable and flexible. A comfortable GlideSkin neoprene neck seal, latex wrist gaskets and a broad waist hugging double tube keep the water out move after move.

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Palm Equipment x Hobson Kayaks – Eclipse

The Eclipse is the new plastic surf kayak from Palm and Hobson Kayaks.

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Liquidlogic Powerslide

Shane talks us through the Liquidlogic Powerslide.

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RTM Kayaks – Paname Duo

This April 1st post from RTM shows the Panama Duo. Not a bad April 1st. RTM need to make this one. A duo version of their excellent Paname kayak cross boat.

Jackson Clutch Complete Walkthrough

Jackson Clutch Complete Walkthrough
Jackson Clutch Complete Walkthrough

Dane Jackson gives you a full run down on all the features of the Jackson Kayak 2025 Clutch Ever feel torn between a creek boat or half slice?

Jackson Kayak Clutch – Squarerock Inspirational Stuff
Jackson Clutch Complete Walkthrough
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Flow vs Gnarvana | Which River Runner / Creeker Is Right For You?

Which River Runner / Creeker Is Right For You?

Which River Runner / Creeker Is Right For You?
Which River Runner / Creeker Is Right For You?

Nick, Alec, and Hayden explain the differences between the Jackson Gnarvana and the Flow in this side-by-side comparison video, helping you decide which boat is right for you!

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Pin Kit/Rescue Gear

A pin kit is the collection of equipment that you carry to aid in a whitewater rescue that may or may not involve a pinned kayak or canoe. Within my paddling group there will be several variations of this kit, it is important that the group is not reliant on one persons kit as it may be that person or that persons boat that is in need of assistance.

The areas in which you paddle may also dictate the type and amount of kit you carry.

Pin Kit/Rescue Gear
Pin Kit/Rescue Gear
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Palm Equipment Riff PFD – First Look

We were lucky enough to get hold of a Palm Equipment Riff PFD for review at Unsponsored. The one we have here is in Palm’s signature Jet Grey colour way.

Palm Equipment Riff PFD - First Look

The Riff is of a slab design with a side entry system. The buckle side entry is a convenient feature that allows the user to easily put on and take off the Riff. It is designed to be simple and easy to use, ensuring that the user can quickly get in and out of the product as needed. This feature is particularly useful when you are trying to negotiate a drysuit zip when putting a PFD on.

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Thule Wing Bar Edge – Review

For the last three years I have been using a set of Thule Wing Bar Edge Roof bars on my cars. The first car this set was used on was a F56 Mini John Cooper Works with a set of factory fitted flush roof rails and now they sit on my F31 BMW 3 Series Wagon/Touring.

Thule Wing Bar Edge – Review

Interestingly the last time I reviewed a set of roof bars was on my last F31 BMW in around 2016.

Now this set of bars is the latest from Thule and in my opinion is an upgrade to the Thule WingBars. The biggest difference is the much lower profile bar and clamp. It means that they offer a close-fit to the roofline for a low-profiled roof bar system. This was one of the main reason I wanted to go with Thule rather than the BMW OE roof bars that stand pretty tall.

Thule WingBar Edge – Review

When first bought I picked up the complete set from the Roofbox company here in the UK. I plugged the details of the Mini into the system and the parts were grouped together to order. They also did a key barrel matching service so I could have one key fit all of the bars and bike racks that I own.

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Safety Tape/Sling Comparison

We have a photo comparison of three lots of safety tape/slings.

The Palm Safety Tape which is 5m in length, the Whetman Python which is also 5m in length and the new Palm Cobra which is 4m in length. All three have been coiled up nice and tight without being ridiculous.

Safety Tape/Sling Comparison

From left to right – Palm Safety, Whetman Python, and Palm Cobra. All are fitted with a DMM Boa.

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