World Kayak - encouraging whitewater kayaking globally http://worldkayak.com Just another Worldkayakblogs.com weblog Thu, 03 May 2012 15:12:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://worldkayakblogs.com/?v=3.2.1 Kokatat continues their support of the HTTD series for a third season! http://worldkayak.com/2012/04/25/kokatat-continues-their-support-of-the-httd-series-for-a-third-season/ http://worldkayak.com/2012/04/25/kokatat-continues-their-support-of-the-httd-series-for-a-third-season/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:31:49 +0000 colin http://worldkayak.com/?p=718 Kokatat has stepped up to the plate for their third season with the World Kayak HTTD series.  Kokatat is known for their amazing quality dry gear.  They are an awesome group of paddlers located in northern California who have a true passion for the sport.  Look for some seekers headed to a throwdown event near you.  There are some exciting announcements coming from Kokatat for our Championship event at NOC later this fall.  Make sure to support this great company by checking out their gear at your local retailer.

http://www.kokatat.com/

 

Later ; Colin

]]> http://worldkayak.com/2012/04/25/kokatat-continues-their-support-of-the-httd-series-for-a-third-season/feed/ 0 Immersion Research is back in 2012! http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/28/immersion-research-is-back-in-2012/ http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/28/immersion-research-is-back-in-2012/#comments Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:38:15 +0000 colin http://worldkayak.com/?p=712 IR is a fantastic family run and owned company that has been supporting the World Kayak HTTD series since the very first season.  The 2012 season is no different.  Amonge other things, IR is know for super dry skirts and the best customer service in the industry.  I must say that my Dry Deck is one of my most favorite pieces of gear that I personally own.  Make sure you visit their site at www.immersionresearch.com for a look at some great product as well as some great stories and laughs. 

Later ; Colin

 

]]> http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/28/immersion-research-is-back-in-2012/feed/ 0 Stonyboater Paddle Wax signs on for a second season as a HTTD partner! http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/19/stonyboater-paddle-wax-signs-on-for-a-second-season-as-a-httd-partner/ http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/19/stonyboater-paddle-wax-signs-on-for-a-second-season-as-a-httd-partner/#comments Mon, 19 Mar 2012 18:39:47 +0000 colin http://worldkayak.com/?p=710 I am excited to announce that Stonyboater Paddle Wax has stepped up to the pate to sponsor the World Kayak Hometown Throwdown series for a second year.  Last season a number of you got the opportunity to experience a kung fu grip on your paddle of choice, courtesy of Jason Rigby.  Not only is Jason the owner of Stonyboater Paddle Wax, but he is also the Western PA World Kayak Ambassador.  As the WK ambassador he is coming on strong this season.  He is piloting our new Creek Race component to the event series.  He even managed to get some great media coverage of his last event.  Check it out here in his region http://regions.worldkayak.com/confluence-ohiopyle/.  Make sure you check out the Stonyboater Paddle Wax website at www.stonyboater.com

 

Later ; Colin

]]> http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/19/stonyboater-paddle-wax-signs-on-for-a-second-season-as-a-httd-partner/feed/ 0 Mountain Khakis signs on for their 5th season of support for the Hometown Throwdowns. http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/13/world-kayak-hometown-throwdown-partenrs-are-starting-to-check-in-for-the-2012-season/ http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/13/world-kayak-hometown-throwdown-partenrs-are-starting-to-check-in-for-the-2012-season/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:42:07 +0000 colin http://worldkayak.com/?p=702 Hello spring!  It is that time of year again and the World Kayak Hometown Throwdown series is getting underway for 2012.  This year things are getting off to a great start with the addition of some creek races to our event series.  Once again our partners have stepped up big and are going to be hooking us up big time.  The first WK partner to answer the call this season and commit to another great year is Mountain Khakis!  The good folks at Mountain Khakis have been with us for the past five years and continue to keep us looking good once we dry off.  Make sure you visit them at http://www.mountainkhakis.com/.  I am super excited to see if the new Cargo pants can dethrone my Alpine Utility pants as my favorite piece of clothing I own. 

Later ; Colin

]]> http://worldkayak.com/2012/03/13/world-kayak-hometown-throwdown-partenrs-are-starting-to-check-in-for-the-2012-season/feed/ 0 Nationals at KWP in Idaho. Big prize money! http://worldkayak.com/2012/02/27/nationals-at-kwp-in-idaho-big-prize-money/ http://worldkayak.com/2012/02/27/nationals-at-kwp-in-idaho-big-prize-money/#comments Mon, 27 Feb 2012 17:35:07 +0000 colin http://worldkayak.com/?p=699 Dear Friends,
Here is the information on Nationals.  Thanks so much! Devon

Classes: This is a stand alone NATIONALS and separate from the point series.National Champions will be crowned in the following classes:
K1M Pro, K1W Pro, K1M Open, K1W Open, K1M Jr, K1W Jr, C1, OC1, and Cadet

Community Service: TBD

Contact: devobarker@yahoo.com

Registration: through morning of July 6 , 2012
Activities: Free concerts on site over the festival weekend. Bands TBA.

Awards:Prizes & Purse Total $15,500    Pro class    K1 Women & Men’s purse
                                                                         1st       $2000 

                                                                        2nd      $1,750

                                                                        3rd       $1,500

                                                                        4th        $1,250

                                                                        5th        $1,000

 

                                    C1 Unisex                  1st            $300   

                                                                              2nd            $200

Event date – July 7-8

Visit: www.kwpid.com for more info.

 

]]> http://worldkayak.com/2012/02/27/nationals-at-kwp-in-idaho-big-prize-money/feed/ 0 Nantahala Waveshaper Grand Opening Celebration http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/ http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:04:26 +0000 wildwildwes http://3679.98

The Excitement Starts Here

The 2013 Wave construction is complete, and it’s time to celebrate! Join members of the Nantahala Games Organizing Committee, world-class athletes and  freestyle kayaking fans and enthusiasts for an official grand opening ceremony. Afterwards, paddlers can test drive the wave together while non-paddlers convene for a reception and viewing. 

The open paddling session is important, so please bring your boat and gear! Though construction is complete, event organizers have now started the process of “dialing in” the feature for both world-class athletes and everyday paddlers. The waveshaper has 24 different components and thousands of possible configurations, so this is a good opportunity to come and give feedback on the wave.

Grand Opening Celebration

The grand opening celebration will consist of a brief dedication ceremony detailing the state of the project, the concepts behind the feature, athlete comments and a dedication. Immediately afterwards a riverside reception will be held and paddlers are encouraged to hit the water for a group paddling session. Event organizers and project experts will be on hand soliciting paddler and and spectator feedback.

Where: River’s End Restaurant
When: Friday, December 16 at noon 

Celebration Program:

  • Welcome
  • Introduction to Feature Design and Calibration
  • Athlete Comments
  • Dedication and Thanks
  • Reception
  • Open Paddling Session
]]> http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/feed/ 0 Want to get involved with the 2013 World Freestyle Kayaking Championships? http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/ http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:57:10 +0000 wildwildwes http://3679.97

  •    *Sign-up
  •    *Volunteer
  •    *Learn More

Click the link below to be a part of this BIG evevnt:

http://freestylekayaking2013.com/volunteer.html

]]> http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/feed/ 0 Want to get involved with the 2013 World Freestyle Kayaking Championships? http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/ http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:57:10 +0000 wildwildwes http://3679.97

  •    *Sign-up
  •    *Volunteer
  •    *Learn More

Click the link below to be a part of this BIG evevnt:

http://freestylekayaking2013.com/volunteer.html

]]> http://regions.worldkayak.com/nantahala/2011/12/07/want-to-get-involved-with-the-2013-world-freestyle-kayaking-championships/feed/ 0 Nantahala Waveshaper Grand Opening Celebration http://regions.worldkayak.com/tri-cities/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/ http://regions.worldkayak.com/tri-cities/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:41:29 +0000 wildwildwes http://3717.880

The Excitement Starts Here

The 2013 Wave construction is complete, and it’s time to celebrate! Join members of the Nantahala Games Organizing Committee, world-class athletes and  freestyle kayaking fans and enthusiasts for an official grand opening ceremony. Afterwards, paddlers can test drive the wave together while non-paddlers convene for a reception and viewing. 

The open paddling session is important, so please bring your boat and gear! Though construction is complete, event organizers have now started the process of “dialing in” the feature for both world-class athletes and everyday paddlers. The waveshaper has 24 different components and thousands of possible configurations, so this is a good opportunity to come and give feedback on the wave.

Grand Opening Celebration

The grand opening celebration will consist of a brief dedication ceremony detailing the state of the project, the concepts behind the feature, athlete comments and a dedication. Immediately afterwards a riverside reception will be held and paddlers are encouraged to hit the water for a group paddling session. Event organizers and project experts will be on hand soliciting paddler and and spectator feedback.

Where: River’s End Restaurant
When: Friday, December 16 at noon 

Celebration Program:

  • Welcome
  • Introduction to Feature Design and Calibration
  • Athlete Comments
  • Dedication and Thanks
  • Reception
  • Open Paddling Session
]]> http://regions.worldkayak.com/tri-cities/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/feed/ 0 Nantahala Waveshaper Grand Opening Celebration http://regions.worldkayak.com/tri-cities/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/ http://regions.worldkayak.com/tri-cities/2011/12/07/nantahala-waveshaper-grand-opening-celebration/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 14:41:29 +0000 wildwildwes http://3717.880

The Excitement Starts Here

The 2013 Wave construction is complete, and it’s time to celebrate! Join members of the Nantahala Games Organizing Committee, world-class athletes and  freestyle kayaking fans and enthusiasts for an official grand opening ceremony. Afterwards, paddlers can test drive the wave together while non-paddlers convene for a reception and viewing. 

The open paddling session is important, so please bring your boat and gear! Though construction is complete, event organizers have now started the process of “dialing in” the feature for both world-class athletes and everyday paddlers. The waveshaper has 24 different components and thousands of possible configurations, so this is a good opportunity to come and give feedback on the wave.

Grand Opening Celebration

The grand opening celebration will consist of a brief dedication ceremony detailing the state of the project, the concepts behind the feature, athlete comments and a dedication. Immediately afterwards a riverside reception will be held and paddlers are encouraged to hit the water for a group paddling session. Event organizers and project experts will be on hand soliciting paddler and and spectator feedback.

Where: River’s End Restaurant
When: Friday, December 16 at noon 

Celebration Program:

  • Welcome
  • Introduction to Feature Design and Calibration
  • Athlete Comments
  • Dedication and Thanks
  • Reception
  • Open Paddling Session
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