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Getting your Boat to the Water - Part 1 of 8

Getting your Boat to the Water - Part 1 of 8

Posted by Laura Vanderhoek (WCK Staff) on 2017 Jan 20th

Getting your Canoe, Kayak or SUP to the water is an integral part of paddling. Unless you own an inflatable or folding boat that you can fit in the trunk you will need to invest in some transportation equipment. Sometimes the most dangerous part of paddling is getting you and your boat to the water in one piece. We've all seen vehicles on the road where the drivers load has shifted and is …
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Paddling Destination: Vedder River, Chilliwack, BC

Paddling Destination: Vedder River, Chilliwack, BC

Posted by Ryan Bayes - WCK Staff on 2016 Nov 29th

The Vedder River in Chilliwack BC is world famous for its year round fishing. Being just 5 minutes from my door it also makes for a great paddling destination. The Vedder River is often passed over by local paddlers as a destination because people expect challenging waters and fast currents, none of which actually reside on the Vedder.Taking the dogs out for a cruise on the boards, Vedder River.Wh …
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First Ride: Old Town Predator XL

First Ride: Old Town Predator XL

Posted by Ryan Bayes on 2015 Mar 10th

One of the most hyped up new kayaks for this season is Old Town’s Predator XL Minn-Kota powered fishing kayak. For anyone that fishes it’s hard to deny the cool factor of a fishing kayak with a trolling motor.So, what can a 92lb kayak with a 45lb thrust electric trolling motor do on the water? I went out last night to find out for myself. Check out this short video of the Predator terrorizing the …
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