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Category Archive: News
21
Feb
Join the Movement for Clear Access, Clear Waters
Regardless of your paddling persuasion, the one thing that binds us all is the need to access to water to paddle.
07
Jan
Glen Etive Hydro Schemes: Act Now!
The developer has resubmitted its plans for hydro schemes on the Allt Mheuran and Allt Fhaolain; click the link to find out how to submit an objection.
21
Dec
Keep the Noli Wild & Free
In modern times of urban sprawl and increasing development, natural places are becoming more valuable than ever. As outdoor enthusiasts, we must stand up and do what we can to protect these areas before they are changed forever. The Nolichucky River gorge and its diverse ecosystem is the epitome of what should be preserved for generations …
07
Dec
Pyranha US Welcomes Epic Kayaks
Mike Patterson, Operations Director for Pyranha US, Inc. comments, “Our new location has been a perfect fit for Pyranha, so we’re thrilled that Epic will soon be sharing in the spoils.”
28
Nov
So Long, 2004 Riverside Drive…
The only thing constant is change, or so they say. By now, most have heard that Pyranha’s US distribution center is moving from Asheville NC to Erwin TN; well, that time has come, and after 15 years in Asheville, we now call Erwin home. Over the years, a lot of great memories have been made …
18
Oct
The 12R Has Landed!
That’s right, the container has reached the shores of the USA, been unloaded, and the first production 12Rs have seen water! We really turned our ‘By Enthusiasts, For Enthusiasts’ ethos on its head for this one, and made something that is first and foremost For Enthusiasts, so let’s hear what just some of those enthusiasts …
17
Oct
And the Winner Is…
We gave the judges at PADDLEexpo 2018 a hard time by showcasing a whole heap of newness, including the Fusion Duo and 12R, but fittingly it was the boat we’ve been humbled to see paddlers across the globe beaming from ear to ear in since we released it in early 2018, the Ripper, which claimed …
27
Sep
12R: Off to a Good Start
We haven’t even officially released the 12R yet, and it’s already winning races… Our US Sales Director, Chris Hipgrave stormed to the finish line in 1st place at “Animal” Upper Gauley Race on Monday; 8 miles of class 4+ whitewater including the infamous rapids like Pillow Rock (pictured), Lost Paddle, Iron Ring and Sweets …
03
Jul
This One Goes to 12: Prototyping the 12R
The Pyranha 12R met another milestone this week when plastic prototypes hit the river in the UK and USA on a variety of whitewater; testing like this gives us a chance to try ideas that may or may not make it into the final version, and we anticipate some things will bleed over into other …