The Paddle Sport Show

30/05/2026

30/05/2026

The F2 smart box is such a well thought item to be found on most boats. Come and check it out at this year’s show.

30/05/2026

Skim Kayaks will be exhibiting this next fall at The Paddle Sport Show.

21/05/2026

Help save the Sorba River in Valsesia!

A final legal appeal is underway to stop a 15-year hydro project, with strong chances of success after key economic, financial, and environmental factors were not fully considered in the Court of Cassation ruling.

The fight is almost over, but funds are missing for the last step. Contribute via GoFundMe.

One of Italy’s most iconic whitewater runs is once again under threat. The Sorba River, a crystal-clear torrent flowing through the mountains of Valsesia and the village of Rassa, has been at the center of a 15-year fight against a hydroelectric project that would permanently alter the river and t...

18/05/2026

Chilean paddler, and 2025 Paddler of the Year, Kilian Ivelic has just joined team HIKO SPORT.

“We’re stoked to have Kilian on the HIKO team,” said HIKO. “Beyond being an incredible kayaker, he’s a super chill guy, and it’s a pleasure to work with him."

With a season that stretched across the entire globe with nearly 300 days on the water last year, from home waters in Chile to the Pacific Northwest, Europe, Africa, and Central Asia, we’re sure to see much more of Kilian this year!

Chilean paddler, and 2025 Paddler of the Year, Kilian Ivelic has just joined team HIKO. With a season that stretched across the entire globe with nearly 300 days on the water last year, from home waters in Chile to the Pacific Northwest, Europe, Africa, and Central Asia, we’re sure to see much mor...

14/05/2026

Our media partner just launched a new website. Super visual. Well done Kayak Session Magazine

Our new website is live!

We’re stoked to present you our new website, with more space for imagery, giving the website an even closer feel to the print edition and bringing you even closer to the rivers we share about. New website, same address. Go have a look, and stay tuned for more content and more gear reviews, including some product review videos, in the near future!

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11/05/2026

Have you seen Level Six's new Exhaust Pro fabric? Their new drysuits are hitting the water now!

The Exhaust Pro technology won the 2026 Innovation of the Year award at The Paddle Sport Show. If you haven't already, check out our interview with the team to understand how it works and its performance in paddlesports.

Check out the ITV on our website 👉 https://thepaddlesportshow.com/level-six-exhaust-pro-fabric-2026-product-of-the-year-innovation/

“After 6 years of development, Exhaust Pro is the world’s first fabric designed from the ground up for paddlesports: PFAS-free, recycled, and outperforming everything we’ve ever made.” — Stig Larsson, CEO & Co-Founder, Level Six Among the highlights of last year’s Paddle Sports Show was ...

23/04/2026

Palm Equipment launches the Wave Sneaker!

Palm Equipment has launched the new Wave Sneaker, a performance watersports shoe built for grip, comfort and all-day use—from whitewater and rocky shorelines to coastal journeys, and everyday living around the water.

Read the article on thepaddlesportshow.com 👉 https://thepaddlesportshow.com/palm-equipment-launches-the-wave-sneaker/

Palm Equipment has launched the new Wave Sneaker, a performance watersports shoe built for grip, comfort and all-day use—from whitewater and rocky shorelines to coastal journeys, and everyday living around the water. Built on the award-winning Vibram sole platform of the Gradient boot, the Wave S...

15/04/2026

2026 Product of the Year (Recreational): Lekker Kayaks - Petrel

“The Petrel is a kayak that brings real performance to everyday paddlers—fast, stable, and built for adventure."

Among the highlights of last year’s The Paddle Sport Show was the 2026 Product of the Year Awards, organized in partnership with KS Publishing and the Paddlerguide.com. Each year, the contest spotlights the best new paddlesports gear for the upcoming season. This year, Lekker Kayaks won the Recreational Product of the Year Award for the Petrel, their latest sit-on-top.

We asked Celliers Kruger, the founder, a few questions about his award-winning kayak and how years of designing boats led him to create this adventure kayak. 👉
https://thepaddlesportshow.com/lekker-kayaks-petrel-2026-product-of-the-year-recreational/

The Petrel is a kayak that brings real performance to everyday paddlers—fast, stable, and built for adventure. Among the highlights of last year’s Paddle Sports Show was the 2026 Product of the Year Awards, organized in partnership with KS Publishing and the Paddler’s Guide. Each year, the co...

06/04/2026

Electrical assistance has become increasingly popular in recent years. From fully integrated electric boards to modular accessories, there are now many ways to enhance your time on the water, making each session a bit easier, safer, and more fun and memorable.

Check out the Boost Fin Long Range by Boost Surfing, an electric fin with a compact motor and intuitive control that delivers an added burst of speed when it matters, whether that means chasing a wave or pushing through flatwater.

We sat down with the team at Boost Surfing to learn more about their technology and how it gives paddlers the extra drive to go farther, catch more waves, and explore with less effort.

Read the interview 👉 https://thepaddlesportshow.com/why-the-boost-fin-long-range-could-become-the-new-standard-for-sup-touring/

Electrical assistance has become increasingly popular in recent years. Electrical assistance can make the sport more accessible, help paddlers reach places that once felt out of range, and add confidence when heading out on longer trips. From fully integrated electric boards to modular accessories,....

03/04/2026

Prijon GmbH just released a new half-slice called the Drip!

A compact riverplay kayak with a high-volume bow, the Drip is ready for any river adventure, tracking with precision while making stern squirts easy, whether for rock splats or tailees.

Check it out 👉 https://www.paddlerguide.com/prijon-releases-the-drip/

Prijon just released a new half-slice called the Drip! A compact riverplay kayak with a high-volume bow, the Drip is ready for any adventure on the river. “The new definition of Freeride!” The Drip is a compact, playful river runner that also performs in whitewater, opening the door to creative ...