NorthShore Watersports

wild camping checklist, wild camping essentials, wild camping equipment list 27/02/2020

Wild Camping Tips & A Full Wild Camping Checklist

Planning a wild camping trip in the great outdoors? While the draw of wild camping is the freedom to pitch up in remote rural landscapes without the constraints of a campsite, the lack of usual amenities and navigating wild camping UK laws does mean it requires some careful planning. To help you ensure you’re prepared for your trip, here at NorthShore Watersports we’ve created a guide with our wild camping tips, including a full wild camping checklist to refer to as you pack. From the wild camping equipment and kit... Read More

Wild Camping UK locations 14/01/2020

5 Wild Camping UK Locations

Love camping but long for a more remote spot to pitch up your tent or bivvy bag? While campsites are a great option for many, if you’re looking for more freedom and a deeper connection to the great outdoors, wild camping could be just what you’re looking for. Whether it’s camping in the forest or on remote moorlands, pitching up in the wilderness offers an experience like no other.  Looking for inspiration? Here at NorthShore Watersports, we’ve picked out five of our top wild camping UK destinations for you to... Read More

NorthShore Winter Sale

Our biggest ever winter sale continues with 500+ products in our online store. Alternatively come and pay us a visit at our store located at Tees Barrage in Stockton-on-Tees. Take a look at some of our great deals with up to 75% off on a wide range of products from the biggest and best brands including Pyranha, Sweet Protection, Dagger, Typhoon, NRS and more. These offers won’t be around for long so don’t miss out. Take a look at our winter sale online here.

29/11/2019

Black Friday SALE

Our Black Friday SALE begun yesterday and we have already seen lots of customers take advantage of some absolute bargains! Everyone can benefit from 15% OFF all stock items online and in store when they use the discount code BLACK15. Please be quick as some items are one offs or are very limited in numbers. Please note all kayaks and canoes MUST be collection only! This even includes SALE items so you are bound to get some absolute bargains! Offers are online or in store! The offer runs until midnight... Read More

kayak paddles, kayak paddle lengths 06/11/2019
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How to Choose the Right Kayak Paddles

When it comes to kayaking, choosing the right kayak paddles is almost as important as your kayak itself. Regardless of your experience in the water, using the wrong kayak paddles can hinder your progress, speed and overall enjoyment when you’re out on the water.  Here at NorthShore Watersports, we’ve created a guide to choosing the right kayak paddles suited to your kayaking activities. From kayak paddles lengths and shaft types to paddle material and blade shapes, you can find all the information you need to help you choose. Kayak Paddle... Read More

03/10/2019

October Stock Clearance Sale

The Great British Summer is well and truly over – But it’s not not all bad! Here at NorthShore Watersports we are here to help with those summer blues and to help keep you paddling through the winter months. For a short period of time we will be running a stock clearance SALE both in store at Tees Barrage and on our online store. So if you are looking for a bargain now is your perfect chance! We are offering all our customers 15% off every product that we have... Read More

how to choose canoe paddles 23/08/2019
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How to Choose the Right Canoe Paddles

Whether you’re already an experienced paddler or you’re brand new to watersports, ensuring you have the right canoe paddle is crucial to your efficiency, progress and overall enjoyment when you’re out on the water.  In need of a replacement canoe paddle or looking for your very first? Here at NorthShore Watersports, we’ve created a simple guide to choosing your canoe paddles, including how to find the right canoe paddle length, materials and shape for all canoeing ventures. Canoe Paddle Sizing When it comes to canoe paddle sizing, the length of... Read More

23/08/2019
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Product Focus: Gregory Backpacks Review

    On the hunt for the best new backpack? The Gregory backpacks brand is widely recommended by recreational hikers and professional mountaineers alike as one of the best backpack brands in the world, so we thought we’d take a closer look ourselves to see what all the fuss is about. About Gregory Backpacks Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, American brand Gregory Mountain Products has one goal when it comes to its backpacks: to create the most comfortable and reliable outdoor backpacks in the world. When it comes to... Read More

Select Paddles, Select Kayak Paddles 23/07/2019
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Brand Review: Select Paddles

Who are Select Paddles? Select Paddles have made a splash in the world of watersports in recent years with its extensive range of high-quality performance paddles for kayaking and canoeing activities. Made in France and crafted with a combination of innovation, technological prowess and passion, Select paddles are now considered some of the best kayak paddles in the industry and the brand are at the forefront of innovative paddle design. It’s this high standard of experienced craftsmanship, expertise and fantastic value for money that makes Select Paddles an unrivalled choice... Read More

Astral Footwear, Astral Shoes, Astral Hemp Footwear, Hemp Shoes, Hemp Trainers 22/05/2019
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Product Review: Astral Hemp Shoes

About Astral Founded in 2002, Astral was born from a desire to create ethical and environmentally conscious outdoor sports equipment. Before 2012, the brand was best known for its innovative range of life jackets and was the first in the industry to remove all toxic materials from its manufacturing process. Since then, its eco-friendly ethos and technical prowess have expanded to its range of vegan Astral footwear, designed to offer form and function whether running rivers, hitting the trails or exploring the town. Astral Hemp Footwear Here at Northshore Watersports,... Read More