Lou Dzierzak
A full-time freelance writer based in Minneapolis, Lou Dzierzak has written about outdoor recreation since 1997. Acknowledging the chances of achieving a hiking FKT are astronomical, he’s an active hiker, camper, paddler, cyclist and snowshoer.
Canoecopia: Proof of the power of connections
Last weekend, more than 20,000 paddling enthusiasts attended Canoecopia in Madison, Wisconsin. Hosted by Rutabaga Paddlesports, Canoecopia is called the “World’s Largest Paddlesports Expo. Canoecopia is all about personal connections, between people and people and people and ...read more
How to make your paddlesports department a family adventure hub
Truth: Canoes, kayaks, and standup paddleboards are perfectly suited to family fun. A day paddling on a mirror flat lake, fishing from a kayak, or splashing in the waves on a SUP for the first time can build vivid lifelong memories for kids and parents. And great specialty ...read more
By paddlers, for paddlers
When Emerald Expositions and Outdoor Retailer announced shifted show dates in 2016, some industry veterans responded by launching a new trade show specifically designed for paddlesports. First held in 2017 in Madison, Wisconsin, Paddlesports Retailer organizers moved this year’s ...read more
e.dye® Waterless Color System™ Expands Management Team
Portland, OR - February 20, 2018 Portland, Oregon (February 14, 2018) e.dye® Waterless Color System™ Expands Management Team. The e.dye® Waterless Color System™ uses a proven process known as solution dyeing. By adding the color before the polymer is extruded, the color is ...read more