Gearing Out On Pinterest
Published February 22, 2012 | 
Seems like there’s always some new social media darling to snuggle up to.. At the moment the big rising star is a site called Pinterest. Pinterest is sort of a big online scrapbook where you can sort and save pics and video that inspire you. It’s actually pretty cool if you ask me. In addition to using Pinterest to collect stuff about our local area for Skillet Creek, I’ve found it’s a great way to post all those inspiring paddling shots I come across on the web. I also realized that it’s a great tool for putting together a gear list for folks just getting into sea kayaking. Of course with Canoecopia coming up here in Wisconsin pretty soon, now is a great time to think about that shopping list. 
I’m A PC… Sometimes…
Published November 23, 2011 | 
And these children that you spit on
As they try to change their worlds
Are immune to your consultations
They’re quite aware of what they’re going through
Ch-ch-ch-ch-Changes – bowie
Gear wars are gear wars. It doesn’t matter if it’s paddling, cars or technology. Lendal or Werner? Valley or Current Designs? Chevy or Ford? Whatever. The important question for any sane person is what is the best tool for the job. When that doesn’t narrow the field, it’s all just a matter of personal taste. Of course there’s no accounting for taste! That’s probably why we now own our first Mac. Continue reading
Kayaking? Whatever…
Published August 6, 2011 | OK, Kayaking.. Yeah, Whatever, Whatever… Time for Pink Fluffy Unicorns Dancing on Rainbows… I’m really liking the strange and interesting work from Andrew over at ”Songs To Wear Pants To” who will write a quick tune based on anything you can come up with. Pretty impressive, and often pretty funny as well! For a more serious introduction check out his band Your Heart… Freaking Canadians anyway!
New Website For Kokatat
Published April 30, 2011 | 
I got a gypsy woman givin’ me advice / I got a gypsy woman givin’ me advice / I got some red hot tips I got to keep on ice
Got my mojo working
Got my mojo working
Got my mojo working
- muddy waters
Check it out! Kokatat has just gone live with their fancy new website! And it is pretty nice. (That coming from someone who does this stuff for a living.) The new site is clean and easy to navigate and maybe most importantly, full of big beautiful pictures! I like how the feature carousel invites users to simply click on the sport they’re into, to be presented with the right gear for them. It’s sort of a suggestion box, navigation and sales tool all in one. Once in your chosen category, there are all sorts of ways to easily sift through the content to find something specific. It’s also nice to simply browse through the updated pictures. Mobile addicts will be pleased to note that a mobile friendly interface is coming soon as well. One thing though… I’m not quite sure what “Sort by Mojo” means? Calling Austin Powers! Continue reading
Mobile Tendencies
Published March 27, 2011 | 
KayakQuixotica.com has become a bit more mobile friendly over the weekend. I won’t bother going into the technical end of it. Simply put, if you come to KayakQuixotica.com via a mobile device, the site will see you coming and dress for the occasion. That means running fast and clean. The trick was deciding priorities. What I’ve done is laid a small list of links. The blog of course, followed by some basic Wisconsin related info including; Wisconsin shops & guides, Wisconsin instructors, and some preferred products to start with. You’ll also find my social media links, email and other contact info is there as well. Continue reading
GoneSeakayaking.com
Published January 6, 2011 | 
Have you checked out Ann Lee Carpenter’s kayaking website yet? I’ve only started to look around the site myself. GoneSeaKayaking.com provides a variety of information as well as a sea kayaking events calendar. I’m always happy to share new kayaking related projects as they come up and I’m happy to see another paddler expanding on their kayak addiction. Be sure to check out GoneSeaKayaking.com
Look at your children / See their faces in golden rays
Don’t kid yourself they belong to you / They’re the start of a coming race
The earth is a bitch / We’ve finished our news / Homosapiens have outgrown their use
All the strangers came today / And it looks as though they’re here to stay
– bowie
If you’ve been following along you’ll know that paddlers Justine Curgenven & Barry Shaw have had to take a few days of RR from their attempt to circumnavigate Tierra del Fuego on the southern tip of South America. The reason? Barry has been suffering some painful tendinitis due to overly tight drysuit seals around his wrists. Now I can guess that “off-the-grid” they’ve received all sorts of advice from the folks who made Barry’s drysuit. I also think they got a little covert commentary from a rep or two. Now what I was wondering was, that with all the emphasis on social media these days, wouldn’t you think various reps or manufacturers would have jumped in and offered some thoughts and ideas on their blog or Facebook as well? Continue reading →