Adventure Technologies has released a new series of advanced whitewater paddles introducing their new composite material called Duraweave. We had an opportunity to test and view the new Hercules paddle and here are our findings. Read on to learn more!

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It’s no secret that here at WeStroke we love hammock camping. So much so that we try to enjoy it year round. However, when it's cool outside your back side is quick to get cold. So what is the best and most comfortable way to keep your hammock warm? Let us introduce you to ENO’s Vulcan Under quilt!

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As a contacts wearer and avid watersports enthusiast, I'm constantly having to deal with harsh sunlight and getting splashed in the eyes while running my favorite rapids. I've been looking for some excellent sunglasses to meet my active lifestyle and I have finally found some. Check out our review of the Julbo WAVE sunglasses.

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Looking for a great throw bag with a little bit of heft to the throw? How about something that uses smart design for when your are going to pack it away? Liquid Logic answered these questions with the creation of the Liquid Logic 75 foot Speedloader bag.

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After more than a year of talking about how fun it would be to add to the mix, a Jackson Kayak Dynamic Duo whitewater tandem kayak joins the fleet. Read on for my first impressions of it. Full review to come later. As a hint, if you have been thinking it looked like a lot of fun... you're right!

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WeStroke team rider Ben Ghertner recently got a chance to test out the GORE-TEX Kokatat Rogue Dry Top. The Rogue is one of the most respected drytops on the market. Read more to check out Ben's review of this jacket and why he feels this is such a great top.

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I recently got to spend some time with a new 2014 Rockstar Large. Now as a lot of you know I have been a big fan of my 2013 Super star, so the question is, how do they compare for the big guy?

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As avid outdoor people, we always keep an eye out for great alternative lighting solutions. Whether you are kayaking, camping, packing an emergency car kit, etc a good reliable source of light is a must-have. The new MPOWERD Luci inflatable solar light is one of the most innovative and effective multi-use lanterns we have ever seen. Check out our review of it here.

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Creeking season is starting to sneak up on us again. So how bout some gear to help us deal with those occasional encounters with the rock kind. Is there any armor that is light and flexible enough for this? Let me introduce you to XionPG Protective Gear.

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Whether you are hiking, camping, kayaking, filming, going on the the beach, etc you probably have or need a backpack. You know what's even better than a regular backpack? A very versatile, high-quality, 100% waterproof one to keep your gear dry and safe. Check out our review of the awesome 30 Liter Grundens Gage Rum Runner.

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Here at WeStroke, we are constantly traveling from river to another. More often than not, at some point during the trip there is some rain involved. Not that it's a bad thing but you need to keep some gear dry and safe from the elements. Enter the Grunden Gage Shackelton Duffel Bag. Read on for our review.

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Bliss-Stick and WeStroke team paddler Ben Ghertner has recently switched over to a Bliss-Stick Smoothy playboat. He has since used it in competition at GoPro Mountain Games, to tear up the waves on the Slave River, surf Rodeo Wave at Rock Island and more! Read on for his review and to learn why this is one freestyle kayak that should not be underestimated.

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We have been getting into the whole SUP movement here at WeStroke and adding it to kayaking as an additional way to enjoy the water. One essential piece of gear you need to Stand Up Paddleboard is a SUP specific paddle. Check out SUP Instructor Chris Gibson's review of the Global Surf Industries Trident Ultra Carbon Adjustable SUP Paddle.

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If you have a best bud, river-loving dog like myself, you want to keep him safe and sound while you and he are enjoying the water. What better way to do that than get him the same quality of life jacket that you trust your own safety to. Read on for our review of the Astral Bird Dog lifejacket.

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A few weeks ago, I let SUP Instructor and WeStroke friend, Chris Gibson, borrow my Jackson Kayak SUPerCHARGER to test and review. Chris is looking to purchase another SUP for teaching purposes and wanted to see if the SUPerCHARGER was a candidate. Read on for his impressions and photos.

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The GORE-TEX Legend Dry top is Kokatat's new premium drop top and you know how we love to test new gear here at WeStroke! This jacket features the new Jackson high-visibility color scheme along with the best material made for breathable water gear. So let us show you a legendary review of Kokatat's newest dry top.

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Wow, this jacket is bright. That's probably your first thought when you look at the Kokatat Hydrus 3L Mythic Shorty Dry Top. Look beyond that safety conscious high-visibility color scheme though and you will find one of the best short sleeve dry tops on the market. Read on for our review and first impressions.

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We here at WeStroke are big fans of keeping ourselves as safe as possible while enjoying our favorite rivers and creeks. No matter what your skill level, intelligence and experience, safety equipment is a big consideration. Check out our review of the 2013 Astral Designs Green Jacket Rescue PFD.

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So we took it upon ourselves to try out all of the ENO Fly's and see how they compared. I know there are other tent tarps out there, but since we already had a few ENO hammocks, we figured we would start with them. ENO has 3 primary hammock tarp designs, the Fast Fly, Pro Fly and the Dry Fly. Read more to check out our review and the differences between them.

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WeStroke Team Rider Ben Ghertner brings us a quick review of the 2012 Dagger Mamba 7.6. While the Mamba has been a very popular river-runner for years, the creeker version really helps step it up in the safety department for Class V boaters. Read on for Ben's Impessions.

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