Southeastern backpacking, camping, climbing, hiking, kayaking, snowboarding and travel.
Posted in Alabama Waterfalls, Backpacking, Camping, Climbing, Georgia Waterfalls, Kayaking, Paddling on Feb 3rd, 2012
I’ve been looking for some new spots to kayak this year and during my search I came across some nice footage from some local creeks like Bear Creek - Cloudland Canyon etc.. Note: Although I plan on getting to this level eventually, the guys shown kayaking in these videos are far above my level [...]
Posted in Gear Reviews, Kayaking, Outdoor Gear, Paddling on Dec 27th, 2011
My wife and I have used the Aqua-Bound Sting Ray kayak paddles for more than four years now with our two person recreation kayak. One thing that stands out is how durable they are. Needless to say they are still going strong and I’m sure we will be using these for years to come! In addition [...]
Posted in Gear Reviews, Kayaking, Outdoor Gear, Paddling on Dec 12th, 2011
Harmony Clearwater TTD Spray Skirt
I bought the Harmony Clearwater TTD Spray Skirt last spring through Backcountry.com because it came recommended as a good fit for use with my crossover kayak - a LiquidLogic Remix XP9 but it didn’t take long to realize that although it is a decent product its not going to cut it [...]
Posted in Georgia Waterfalls, Kayaking, Paddling on Nov 30th, 2011
Nearest Town: Ellijay, Ga
County: Gilmer
Directions: From Ellijay take 52 East. You can either stop at Woody’s Reservations: 706-889-1108 on the right side and rent kayaks there or if you have your own you can either offer to pay for a ride up to Lower Cartecay and then their shuttle service can pick you up [...]
Robinson Preserve: Biking, Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking
Nearest Town: Bradenton, FL
Address: 1704 99th Street Northwest
Bradenton, FL 34209
Additional Information
Manatee County Government Natural Resources Department Volunteer and Education Division
Phone 941.748.4501 ext 4613
www.mymanatee.org/naturalresources
Directions: Take SR 64 (Manatee Avenue) west to 75th Street West. Turn north on 75th Street West and drive to 17th Avenue Northwest. Turn left and [...]
Posted in Georgia Waterfalls, Hikes, Kayaking, Paddling on Nov 25th, 2011
Pictures from the edge of the world! This is definitely on our list of sections to kayak this next year. These photos are from when the family and I went up for the day to do some of the local area hikes and relax by the river. I spent some time studying my line and [...]
Posted in Camping, Georgia Campgrounds, Hikes, Kayaking, Paddling on Nov 10th, 2011
Some pictures from another trip up to Conasauga with the kids and the dog. Still one of our favorites.
Posted in Kayaking, Outdoor Gear, Paddling on Oct 10th, 2011
Here is a break down of the gear you’ll need for kayaking and even a few optional items.
Essential Items
Kayak
Paddle
Spray Skirt
Safety Gear
Helmet
PFD
Additional Paddling Gear
Paddling Footwear
Dry Bags
Dry Suit
Wetsuits
Throw Ropes, Float Bags, and other rescue gear
POV Camera
Kayak Racks
Posted in Gear Reviews, Kayaking, Outdoor Gear, Paddling on May 19th, 2011
Liquid Logic Remix XP9
Hybrid/Crossover Kayak built for white water and flat water.
Main Review
I’ve owned the LiquidLogic Remix XP9 for about a month or so and bought it after doing a good bit of research on the fairly new concept of the crossover kayak or hybrid kayak. From what I understand, the true crossover didn’t come [...]
Posted in Georgia Waterfalls, Kayaking, Paddling on May 9th, 2011
A few weekends ago I picked up a LiquidLogic Remix XP 9 from noc.com during their season opener demo day. The following weekend I was eager to get it in the water so a friend and I drove up to the Cartecay to do the short run from Lower Cartecay Rd. to the Bridge at [...]
