NRS Vista PFD Targets Everyday Paddlers with a Lightweight Front-Zip Design
NRS is bringing its Vista PFD to the 2027 recreational product selection, combining a simple front-entry layout with recycled nylon materials and adjustable fit.
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Peak PS Kidz Zip PFD Uses Dinosaur Design to Encourage Children to Wear Flotation
Peak PS's Kidz Zip PFD combines an eye-catching dinosaur-themed cover with technical flotation and fit details intended for younger paddlesport participants.
Kajak Freak Sea Club Spraydeck Targets Busy Kayaking Schools and Clubs
Kajak Freak's Sea Club spraydeck is designed around the daily demands of club and instructor fleets, with reinforced construction and a conspicuous quick-release handle.
Grey Owl Monarch 12-Degree Bent-Shaft Paddle Joins 2027 Recreational Awards Selection
Grey Owl's butterfly-inspired Monarch bent-shaft canoe paddle features in the Paddle Sports Show's 2027 recreational product selection, bringing attention to efficient recreational strokes.
Pelican Launches 'So Easy' and 'Catch & Share' Campaigns to Welcome New Paddlers
Pelican International has introduced two contrasting creative campaigns aimed at making recreational kayaking and fishing feel more welcoming to first-time boaters.
Teak Isle Highlights Composite Lumber for Marine Fit-Outs and Decking
Teak Isle is promoting fabricated composite lumber for marine construction, including parts that offer the appearance of timber with different maintenance needs.
SeaAir Demonstrates Battery-Powered Marine Cooling at IBEX 2026
SeaAir demonstrated 12V battery-powered boat cooling and its Power Budgeting software at IBEX, alongside cloud diagnostics and planned higher-capacity models.
Marlin Technologies Shows M-Flex Modular Boat Controls at IBEX 2026
Marlin Technologies is demonstrating M-Flex marine controls at IBEX, integrating distributed switching, programmable keypads and helm-screen access.
Osmosis Brings Connected Boat Data to Dealers and Owners at IBEX
Osmosis has presented its Universal Platform at IBEX, proposing a shared connection between onboard data, owner information and marine dealer service.
CLR Outdoor VIK 3.8 ULTRA Folding Kayak Wins 2027 Recreational Award
Berlin-based CLR Outdoor's VIK 3.8 ULTRA has won a 2027 recreational paddling award, recognising a folding single-person kayak made for easy transport.
Wave Sport Returns to the US with Touring Kayaks and New TriFuse Hulls
Wave Sport's US relaunch brings Hydra touring and Horizon tandem kayaks to American shops, with its TriFuse construction debuting on Hydra models.
Pyranha Wizard Limited-Edition Whitewater Kayak Reaches Final Show Stage
Pyranha has presented the finished Wizard limited-edition concept at Strasbourg following a 2025 prototype, with a constrained number of production places.
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