Retailers


Alberni Outpost Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Nanoose Bay BC

VANCOUVER ISLAND'S PREMIER OUTDOOR CENTERS. SALES, RENTALS, LESSONS, TOURS. Now 4 locations on Vancouver Island. Call toll free 866-760-0011 for all your paddling and outdoor needs.

Web: www.albernioutpost.com

Email: outdoor@albernioutpost.com



Aquabatics Calgary AB or Smithers, BC

Paddling can be a calming or an exhilarating experience. With Aquabatics you'll get quality instruction, whether you're learning your first strokes, or taking part in a multi-day excursion. “Paddling is our Passion”.

Phone: Toll-free at 1-877-440-WAVE (9283).

Web: www.aquabatics.com

Email:aquabatics2@shaw.ca.



Bear Mountain Boat Shop, Peterborough, ON

Bear Mountain Boat Shop, is renowned for pioneering the woodstrip/epoxy construction technique which enables anyone to construct a strong and beautiful canoe or kayak with a minimum of carpentry skills

Web: www.bearmountainboats.com/

Email: info@bearmountainboats.com



Boulder Outdoor Center, Boulder, Colorado

The BOC is a specialty retail store for kayaking, canoeing, and rafting. Full online sales of new and used gear. We also offer raft trips and kayak instruction and rentals of paddlesports gear. Boulder Outdoor Center

Phone: 303-444-8420, 800-Do-Hydro

Email: surf@boc123.com



Brooks Wetsuits

Canada's sprayskirt manufacturer-also surf hoods, neoprene vests, pants, shorts, nylon paddling jackets, pogies, gloves, booties, neoprene socks. 1067 Churchill Cres., North Vancouver, BC

Phone: 604-986-3441

Email: info@brookspaddlegear.com

Web: www.brookspaddlegear.com


Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak Centre (Lower Mainland, BC)

Wilderness paddling only 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Visit our new retail store, Deep Cove Outdoors just up the street from our scenic waterfront location. In addition to our client centered instructional, guiding and rental services, we now carrying the latest in kayaks, accessories, clothing, Nordic ski equipment and more. Necky Kayaks, Epic Kayaks Atlantis Kayaks, Current Design Kayak Riot Kayaks and Nigel Dennis Kayaks are stocked in our store. Browse our on-line catalogue or check out our interactive map to experience the beauty of Indian Arm.

Web: www.deepcovekayak.com



Ecomarine Ocean Kayak Centre, BC

Ocean Kayaking Specialists Since 1980

1668 Duranleau Street, Granville Island,
Vancouver, B.C. V6H 3S4
604-689-7575

Web: ecomarine.com



Futura

Futura

Futura SurfSkis, Outrigger Canoes, Sit-on-Tops, Paddles and Accessories -the best comprehensive resource for the very best paddle craft available worldwide.

Web: www.surfskis.com



Kayak Utopia Vancouver Island, BC

Always striving to help, we've evolved into the Information Superstation for everything related to kayaking on the West Coast of Canada.

We have the "Best Gear Selection" in both rentals & retail, & are two major hubs in sea kayaking rentals & tours on Vancouver Island.



Nantahala Outdoor Center NC

Established in 1972, NOC offers world-class whitewater kayak and canoe instruction, rafting, group adventure programs, biking, hiking, and international adventure travel. Stay and play at our NC-based adventure center with lodging, restaurants and our renowned Outfitter's paddling store.

Phone: 800.232.RAFT (800.232.7238)

Web: www.noc.com



Natural West Coast Gear BC

We offer sea kayak gear that gives our customers peace of mind on the water. Gear such as regular and oversized paddle floats, throw bags, pump sleeves, cockpit covers, paddle bags, stirrups etc., manufactured in Victoria, BC.

Email: nwca@shaw.ca

Web: http://www.kayak.com



Northern Wave Kayak BC

We at Northern Wave Kayak play as hard as we work. Offering sales, rentals, free demos, instruction, Sunday group paddles and loads of top-of-the-line gear. Come and see us at our new location in Sidney B.C.

Web: www.northernwavekayak.com



Ocean River Sports, BC

Ocean River, one of the largest kayak and paddling speciality stores in North America, sells kayaks, canoes and paddling gear, and offers guided adventures, tours, rentals and instruction. 1437 Store St Victoria, B.C.

Phone: (250) 381-4233

Fax: (250) 361-3536

Toll-Free: 1 800 909-4233



Odyssey Kayaking, Port Hardy BC

BC Ferries port; Gateway to Northern and Central BC Coast destinations.
Sales, Rentals, Lessons, Trip planning, and Custom Tours

Phone/fax: 250 902 0565

Toll Free: 888 792 3366

Email: odyssey@island.net

New location, 8625 SHIPLEY Street, across from the Port Hardy Post Office



Powell River Sea Kayak

Explore Desolation Sound, Hotham Sound, Jedediah Island. 2 Locations: Powell River store and at the launch site for Desolation Sound. Daily Tours, Expeditions, Quality Rentals, Instruction and Sales. Retailers and Tours >
EXPERIENCE THE ADVENTURE!



Ripple Effect Charters, est. 2002

Offers Bareboat Mothership Sea Kayaking/Eco Tours starting late 2007, cruising Andros/Berry Islands, Bahamas.

Web: www.rippleeffectcharters.com

Email: rippleeffect@shaw.ca



Talic Sports Hammock, Rochester, NY

Built for the kayaker with a quiver of boats, these Kayak and Canoe Storage Systems are not only easy for you to use, they also provide a soft conforming "hammock" for your boats. No dents. No scratches.  Our modular system lets you buy a starter kit now and add to it as your collection grows.



Undercurrents, Calgary, AB

UNDERCURRENTS IS ALBERTA'S EXPERTS FOR KAYAKS & GEAR! Our 5000 sq. ft. Calgary facility houses a huge selection of the best kayaks and gear as well as clothing and footwear from among the finest outdoor brands. Our staff are all instructors, guides or enthusiasts - they will help you to choose the best products for your individual needs.

If you want to rent gear or learn to paddle, the in-store paddling school is set to help you out. If you have damaged your boat or gear, our repair technician can get you right back on the water.

Drop by the store or call! We love to talk about canoes, kayaks and gear! There is lots of free parking right in front of the store!

Web: www.undercurrents.ca

Email:experts@undercurrents.ca.

Phone: Toll-free at 1-877-262-GEAR (4327).



White Squall Paddling Centre, ON

KAYAK THE LARGEST FRESHWATER ISLAND ARCHIPELAGO ON EARTH – GEORGIAN BAY’S 30,000 ISLANDS.  Free test paddling everyday! Leaders in sea kayak instruction and tripping for 24 years. One of the largest selection of sea kayaks in all of Ontario & 2 shops stuffed full of outdoor gear and paddling accessories. 2.5 hours north of Toronto!

White Squall Paddling Centre – 53 Carling Bay Rd. Nobel, Ontario.

Phone: 705-342-5324

Email: info@whitesquall.com

Web: www.whitesquall.com