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Kayaking Tips – How To Stay Dry When Paddling
One after another, cold fronts keep knocking on our front doors. For many, the doors are already wide open but don’t let the cooler temperatures keep you from kayaking this Fall – but do it with care.
DIY Project: Rigging Your Yak With Grip Pads To Make It Dog-Friendly
A new dog owner was looking for a way to take their adopted lab Kira on 4-day river trips, so they installed Harmony Silent Traction Pads on the nose of their boat to give their dog more grip to stand.
Learning The Ropes Of Outdoor Rock Climbing
Your first time rock climbing is like life itself. You don’t know where you’re going, you’re frantically struggling to get a grip… But when you’re most exhausted, you find that perfect foot or handhold to position yourself on.
Do’s And Don’ts Of Winter Kayak Storage
Storing your kayak requires a few necessary prep steps to ensure its preservation; you shouldn’t just leave it in a closet like you would a bike.
5 Quick Tips When Shopping In Our Stores
Here at ACK, we want to make your shopping experience the best it can be whether it be online or in our 5 store locations. To make your trip as easy and fluid as possible, we asked our Austin Store Manager, Ryan Schaper (read more about him here), to put together a list of questions every ACK shopper should come prepared with.
How to Turn Your Predator XL Into a Fishing Beast
So, you’re already in love with your Old Town Predator XL with that sweet Minn Kota motor, but looking to take your fishing to the next level? Perfect.
Fishing Team Tip: DIY Tandem Island Trailer
The Hobie Tandem Island (TI) can sometimes be a challenge when it comes to transportation due to it’s size. Some people have even car topped this mammoth kayak but for me personally, I do everything in my power to avoid a hernia.
3 Tips for Planning the Perfect Valentine’s Day Camping Getaway
Does it get any better than snuggling up in a sleeping bag for two with your special someone? With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, planning a romantic weekend escapade couldn’t be more urgent – which is why I put together this quick guide to help you plan the perfect Valentine’s Day camping getaway.
Feeling Tipsy with Sierra Designs
We recently teamed up with Sierra Designs for a gear giveaway on our Facebook page. The “Feeling Tipsy with Sierra Designs” giveaway called for you, our loyal readers and Facebook followers, to give us your best and most unique tips on how to stay warm outdoors during the winter.