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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

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

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

Kayaking Equipment List, Kayak Essentials, Kayaking Kit 20/02/2019
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Kayaking Equipment List – Have You Got All You Need for Your Watersports Trip?

Planning a kayaking trip this year? Whether it’s a whitewater adventure or a small river run, ensuring you have all the kayaking kit you need is crucial for both a safe and enjoyable trip out on the water. From safety equipment and clothing to useful tools and additional extras, here at NorthShore Watersports, we’ve created a kayaking equipment list for you to check off to make sure you have all the kayak essentials you need before your trip! Clothing First things first on our kayaking equipment list is clothing. Ensuring... Read More

Robson paddles, Robson kayak paddles, Kayak paddles, Canoe paddles 20/02/2019
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Brand Review: Robson Paddles

    Distributed globally and supplied to some of the top freestyle boaters in the world, Robson kayak paddles and canoe paddles are considered some of the best in the industry. With their high-quality and innovative designs, Robson paddles are an excellent choice when it comes to choosing your equipment for any watersports venture you have planned. Ergonomically designed to offer smooth control in even the most challenging of water conditions, Robson kayak paddles and canoe paddles are the ideal choice for both experienced paddlers and those just dipping their... Read More

Man on SUP 24/07/2017
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SUP vs. Sit-On-Top Kayaking

If you’re searching for a new watersport, you need to know the pros and cons to make the best choice. That’s why we’ve taken two hugely popular paddling sports — stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and sit-on-top kayaking — and put them head-to-head to find where one excels and the other falls short.   Location   You can do both SUP and sit-on-top kayaking pretty much anywhere. However, this depends on your experience and confidence. With SUP you’re generally less stable, so staying clear of rapid-moving waters and sticking with calm beaches,... Read More