Sep
15
Kubrick was famous for being a perfectionist. He spent years making his films, made nervous wrecks of his actors and support staff. But, in the end the result was nothing less than pure genius. Watch this video of Stanley negotiating with his British film crew over tea breaks. I half imagine, Valley’s head man Peter …
Jan
26
Mega has been making some of the best surf kayaks around for quite a while. Malcom, whose nickname was Mega tells the story of the company he founded in this YouTube video. I’ve paddled a few of Mega’s boats and owned one. I can say with authority that a Mega Surf Kayak will rarely disappoint …
Jan
18
Waterfield Kayaks has been known primarily in the United States for their beautiful, low volume fiberglass Greenland Style Kayak the Qanaaq. This Japanese manufacturer seems to have a finger on my pulse. I’d still like a ride in the Qanaaq. Waterfield’s Surf Kayaking range appears to cover primarily the High Performance end of surf kayaking. …
Jul
31
Watertech, the Portuguese design company has released a new surf kayak within a length that I would consider worthy of Great Lakes consideration. The Bandit is 7’6″ long and 24.5″ wide, sort of the minimum for our short period steep drops. An IC boat is also a good choice, but the Bandit looks like it …
Aug
08
Riot Designs Three New Surf Kayaks for 2009 Team Riot has designed three new surf craft for 2009. I am really excited about the Riot Ninja 7’6″ design. It seems to have the most flexibility of the three new shapes. If I got out on super sweet waves a 6’8″ Ninja might be the ticket. …
