Friends and Links

Kayak Shops, Coaches and Centers
These are all good friends; I have personally used their services and coached with them at events. They represent the best in sales and instruction throughout the world.

Aqua Adventures
San Diego, CA

Barrier Island Kayaks
Cedar Point, NC

Body Boat Blade
East Sound, WA

Columbia River Kayaking
Skomokawa, WA

Kayak Essentials
N Wales, UK

Kayak Waveology
RI, CT

RiverWind Kayak
FL, GA, MD, WA, 

Sea Cliff Kayakers
Boothbay, ME

Sea Kayaking Cornwall
Falmouth, UK

Sea Kayak Georgia
Tybee Island, GA

Sea Kayaking UK
Holyhead, Wales, UK

Sweetwater Kayaks
St Petersburg, FL

Gear
This is the gear I like and use. 

Sea Kayaking UK
As far as I’m concerned, the Romany, Explorer and the Pilgrim are the best all around sea boats made.

Werner Paddles
Light and Strong, they just fit my paddling style.  The Ikelos is my go to paddle.

Kokatat
Dry Suits and PFDs have proven rock solid and reliable.

Northwater
Tow System and Accessories, They just do the job without anything fussy. 


Organizations
American Canoe Association
The ACA is the largest paddle sports organization in the US.  It offers fantastic member benefits, encourages good stewardship and advocates for the sport.

British Canoe Union
The BCU is the governing body for canoeing, kayaking and other disciplines in the UK. It is also recognized internationally for high standards in paddle sports and coach education.

Paddlesports North America
Paddlesports is the home nation organization for the BCU in the US and North America.  It will continue to offer high quality BCU certifications with additional benefits.