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PIVOT DRYSUITPivot Drysuits keep the business in the back and the party up front where it belongs. The rear-entry design eliminates pressure points on the front of the suit, improves flexibility and reduces stress on the zipper. We’ve positioned the TIZIP® MasterSeal closure so it’s easy to put on and zip up on your own. We’ve also

added a front relief zipper in the men’s suit, and a zippered drop-seat in the women’s, to make those riverside pit stops less awkward. [Imported]

MEN’S

22536.01 | $989.95 | S-XXL

WOMEN’S

22537.01 | $989.95 | S-XL

SPRINGIt’s about time. Some of us paddled through the winter months in Chile, New Zealand or Uganda, but for those of us gutting it out back home, the return of sun and water and stinky neoprene lands like a well-timed throw rope. Last week we were scratching out turns on crusty corduroy, wondering when that snow would start flowing downhill. Now we’re watching the gauge, hitting the pool to dust off our rolls, and scheming up plans with the crew. Finally it’s time to zip up the drysuit, snap the skirt onto the cockpit rim and launch upon a new season.

Each spring reminds us why we do what we do at NRS. Here in the great PNW, there’s no April paddling without the proper equipment. And there’s nothing we love more than providing the gear that gets it done—except putting it to use ourselves.

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Cover: Tyler Bradt’s endless summer shifts to the Pacific Northwest as he fires up Spirit Falls, fresh off the flight home from Chile’s Futelefu.

This page: Alec Voorhees salutes the return of spring, and legions of gypsy kayakers, to the Columbia River Gorge.

John Webster

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Haley, Kira and Zak enjoy simpler times on the Salt River, Arizona.

Erik Boomer

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CRUX DRYSUITThe Crux Drysuit gives paddlers a new standard for freedom of movement and dry comfort. 4-Layer Eclipse™ fabric provides superior waterproof protection and breathability. A supple microfiber exterior ensures frictionless paddling with outstanding resistance to puncture and abrasion, while the action-cut design allows unrestricted motion without being baggy. Flexible TIZIP® MasterSeal zippers, plus a double-tunnel waist that seals with a sprayskirt. [Imported]

MEN’S

22533.03 | $989.95 | S-XXL

WOMEN’S

22532.03 | $989.95 | XS-XL

FREEFALL DRY PANTSRoomy cut, burly construction and laid-back look make them a gear-bag essential. [Imported]

22520.02 | $234.95 | S-XXL

FLUX DRYTOPBattle-tested 4-Layer Eclipse™ fabric and our action-cut design deliver the ultimate combination of dryness, durability and comfort. [Imported]

WOMEN’S

22516.04 | $324.95 | XS-XL

MEN’S

22515.04 | $324.95 | S-XXL

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NAVIGATOR PADDLING SUITLong days and extended tours require a different kind of paddling suit. The Navigator delivers with a comfortable neoprene neck seal, 4-Layer Eclipse™ fabric and smart details for kayak touring comfort and convenience. [Imported]

22535.02 | $999.95 | S-XXL

ORION PADDLING JACKETSea kayakers seeking the ultimate protection from spray, wind and rogue waves will love the Orion Paddling Jacket. Its articulated storm hood with face shield helps you cope with the nastiest conditions, and its GlideSkin™ neoprene neck gasket seals out water without the discomfort of latex. [Imported]

20022.01 | $379.95 | S-XXL

RIPTIDE JACKETPaddlers looking for something in between a basic splash jacket and a restrictive drytop will love the new Riptide. It takes splash protection to the next level with an articulated storm hood, punch-through neoprene wrist closures and a kayak overskirt to keep your cockpit dry. The stretchy urethane neck closure can be adjusted to keep water out or provide ventilation. [Imported]

MEN’S20030.01 | $199.95 | S-XXL

WOMEN’S20031.01 | $199.95 | XS-XL

Dawn patrol in Gesäuse National Park, Austria.

Stephen Leitner

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Jess and Smitty cozy up between sessions as a nor`easter pounds the Atlantic Coast.

David Spiegel

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H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHTWOMEN’S PANTS10123.03 | $54.95 | XS-XL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHTWOMEN’S HOODIE10121.03 | $69.95 | XS-XL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHTWOMEN’S SHIRT10126.01 | $54.95 | XS-XL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHT MEN’S PANTS10122.03 | $54.95 | S-XXL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHT MEN’S HOODIE10120.03 | $69.95 | S-XXL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHT MEN’S SHIRT 10124.01 | $54.95 | S-XXL

H2CORE LIGHTWEIGHTPut on a piece of H2Core™ Lightweight apparel and you’ll wonder how you lived without it. The brushed fabric is soft as your favorite

flannel, yet dries quickly, wicks moisture and protects your skin from harmful rays. Its mid-weight weave is perfect for evenings, mornings and cool afternoons—on the water, in camp or around town. [Imported]

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HYDROSKIN 0.5MEN’S LONG SLEEVE 15002.05 | $99.95 | S-XXL

HYDROSKIN 1.5 MEN’S PANTS15040.02 | $109.95 | S-XXL

HYDROSKIN 1.5WOMEN’S PANTS15041.02 | $109.95 | XS-XL

HYDROSKIN 0.5WOMEN’S LONG SLEEVE15004.04 | $99.95 | XS-XXL

HYDROSKIN 1.5WOMEN’S JACKET15039.02 | $129.95 | XS-XXL

HYDROSKIN 1.5MEN’S JACKET 15037.02 | $129.95 | S-XXL

HYDROSKINWhen your clothing is adaptable, you’re adaptable—to conditions, situations, opportunities. HydroSkin® gives you the freedom to adapt, so you can go paddle when others go home. Only HydroSkin offers a range of options between wearing no immersion

protection and wiggling into a wetsuit. Three neoprene thicknesses from 0.5 mm to 1.5 mm and a variety of tops and bottoms let you layer to match the weather and water, while paddler-specific designs ensure friction-free comfort and freedom of motion. [Imported]

HYDROSKIN 1.5 MEN’S PANTS15040.02 | $109.95 | S-XXL

Bluebird day on the Oregon Coast.

Ben Herndon

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WOMEN’S 4/317282.02 | $279.95 | XS-XXL

MEN’S 4/317281.02 | $279.95 | XS-3XL

WOMEN’S 3/217280.02 | $229.95 | XS-XXL

MEN’S 3/217279.03 | $229.95 | XS-3XL

RADIANT WETSUITSRadiant Wetsuits give you maximum cold-water protection without sacrificing freedom of motion. Features a comfortable chest zipper, water-shedding, smooth-skin torso and a cozy checkered fleece lining that dries in a flash. Four-way-stretch

PowerSpan™ material allows for unrestricted movement, and titanium laminate reflects heat back to your body. 3/2 mm and4/3 mm options let you dial in the perfect combination of warmth and mobility. [Imported]

Bad weather begets big surf in Rhode Island.

David Spiegel

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The moon rose and fell amidst Idaho’s slice of the Rockies. We paddled through the night. But even in the dark, I could point out her peaks—the Salmon, Big Horn, Yellow Jacket and Seven Devils. This was home.

We turned our headlamps on, but when the moon illuminated the froth of rapids ahead, enough to give us an idea of where massive holes might be lurking, we switched them back off to conserve battery. After paddling for 20 hours, we were nearing delirium—Fear and Loathing on the Salmon. Our fingers were numb from gripping our paddles. We fought back sleep as it crept behind our eyelids.

Boatmen with more grit than any of us had met their match in these same rapids at similar flows. While spirits were still relatively high, the river demanded our respect. And I asked myself again, why did we do this?

There’s a legacy of pushing limits on the Salmon River. Daisy Tappan, an early settler, lived off the land and raised a family amongst the canyons of the Middle Fork. Polly Bemis, a Chinese slave who, as legend has it, lost her freedom in a game of poker, overcame a seemingly doomed fate to live among the banks of the Main Salmon. Boatwomen like Lisa “Whizzy” Whisnant and boatmen like Dustin Aherin have lived out decades of their lives flowing downstream for fun and profit, taking pups like me under their wings along the way.

But Mike, Sam and I were most inspired by the pursuits of Jon Barker and Clancy Reece. Not only did these legendary oarsmen row and sail 900 miles from the headwaters of the Salmon to the mouth of the Columbia in 1988, but they also attempted to set the 24-hour river-miles record in a high-water descent of the Salmon eight years later. That endeavor claimed Reece’s life, but his legacy lived on, as we were proof.

Looking back, I can’t say for certain what we set out to do. We knew that paddling 300 miles in 24 hours was possible with the right flow. But even when it became blatantly apparent that the high flows we needed to set a speed record weren’t coming, we still wanted to go. Maybe, we needed to go. We wanted to paddle over 300 miles of the Salmon River, including the Middle Fork, as fast as we could. None of us really knew why.

Studies show how suffering through pain together builds bonds between people. I can safely say the three of us forged a unique bond on this trip, but maybe what we were truly after was a special bond with the Salmon. A relationship only the few of us who have endured her wrath for24 hours straight can fully understand. Centuries worth of lives and their interconnected stories have touched this place. I suppose we just wanted to be part of that in some novel way.

The Long S T R E T C H

– Kyle “Smitty” Smith

Kyle “Smitty” Smith is an Idaho native and longtime Middle Fork guide who recently joined the ranks of the gainfully employed as a registered nurse.

To watch the film and read the full article about Smitty’s adventure on Idaho’s Salmon River, visit Duct Tape Diaries at ducttapediaries.com

Photos: Seth Dahl

“The wilderness is out there just waiting for us to give it a go.”

-Kyle “Smitty” Smith

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FREESTYLE SHOEThe Freestyle’s flexible sole and low-profile design keep feet warm and comfortable, even in the tightest-fitting playboats. 3 mm. [Imported]

30017.04 | $54.95 | 5-13

MAVERICK GLOVESLiquid-sealed seams, a water-shedding exterior and our HydroCuff™ wrist seal make this one of our most popular cold-weather gloves. 2 mm. [Imported]

25017.03 | $54.95 | XS-XXL

KICKER REMIX SHOELow-top comfort and convenience with all the warmth and traction you expect from a full bootie. 3 mm. [Imported]

30022.03 | $44.95 | 4-14

30023.03 | $44.95 | 5-11

CATALYST GLOVESWhen conditions on the water cross the line from cool to cold, step up to Catalyst Gloves. Flexible Extend™ neoprene and taped seams retain warmth, while the soft-seam design delivers total comfort. 2 mm. [Imported]

25037.01 | $44.95 | XS-XXL

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PADDLE SHOEWith an easy-entry side zipper, VaporLoft™ fleece lining and a sturdy traction sole, the Paddle Shoe gives you cold-water warmth and protection without the inconvenience of many pull-on booties. 3 mm. [Imported]

30034.03 | $54.95 | 6-14

30040.02 | $54.95 | 6-11

MAMBA POGIESMamba Pogies give you the ultimate thermal protection for paddling in frigid conditions while allowing a bare-hand grip for maximum paddle control. 5 mm [Imported]

25031.02 | $49.95 | Universal

DESPERADO SHOELooking for a minimalist neoprene paddling bootie with a good walking sole? The Desperado Shoes give you excellent traction, protection and warmth without feeling bulky in the boat. 3 mm. [Imported]

30019.04 | $54.95 | 5-13

TOASTER MITTSThe warmest paddling “glove” on the water. The mitten-style design lets fingers snuggle together for warmth, while the pre-curved shape and grippy palm provide comfort and confidence. 3.5 mm [Imported]

25027.04 | $49.95 | XS-XXL

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NINJA Originally designed for freestyle kayakers, the Ninja’s athletic, low-profile design stays out of the way and off your mind for comfortable paddling or rowing in any craft.

40013.03 | $129.95 | S/M, L/XL, XXL

SAYANSculpted for a perfect fit, the women’s front-entry Sayan’s seven-panel design conforms to your shape for maximum comfort. Two zippered pockets for the essentials, lash tab for a rescue knife, and our Cool Flow System™ back panel helps keep you cool on hot days.

40061.01 | $119.95 | XS/M, L/XL

SIRENThe most comfortable low-profile women’s life jacket available today. Sculpted foam panels fit your curves, and our Cool Flow System provides welcome ventilation on warm days.

40036.02 | $109.95 | XS/M, L/XL

ION The ultra-comfortable, low-profile Ion uses super soft foam for a flexible fit that wraps effortlessly around your torso. Padded shoulder straps, a soft interior lining and fleece-lined hand-warmer pouch make it as cozy as it is comfortable.

40056.01 | $109.95 | XS/M, L/XL, XL/XXL

SURGEDesigned for ultimate comfort in a front-entry vest, the full-featured Surge PFD has a seven-panel design that effortlessly conforms to your shape. Thin back panel reduces bulk and the burly fabric construction ensures durability. This is a jacket you’ll be wearing for many seasons to come.40060.01 | $119.95 | XS/M, L/XL, XL/XXL

ZENThe Zen Type V Rescue Life Jacket is a great choice for paddlers and guides who want a great fitting, comfortable PFD with swiftwater rescue features like a quick-release belt. The floating front panel moves freely with your upper body while padded arm holes and sides provide crucial impact protection.40030.02 | $199.95 | S/M, L/XL, XXL

Regan Byrd ascends one of several mini waterfalls below BZ Falls on the White Salmon River.

John Webster

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WRSI CURRENT PROThe Current Pro adds removable ear protection and an adjustable visor to the foundational technologies that made the Current a classic. 43006.02 | $109.95 | S/M, M/L, L/XL

WRSI CURRENTThe Current redefined paddling helmets by introducing advanced safety technologies in a package the everyday boater could afford.

43000.02 | $89.95 | S/M, M/L, L/XL

WRSI TRIDENTA high-impact carbon-composite shell unites with WRSI’s exclusive 3-Layer Impact Absorption system to deliver protection no other helmet can match.

43002.02 | $169.95 | S/M, M/L, L/XL

WRSI MOMENTThe Moment combines WRSI’s 3-Layer Impact Absorption Technology with a high-impact face shield for ultimate protection from big hits.

43005.02 | $149.95 | S/M, M/L, L/XL

CO-PILOT KNIFE47303.02 | $44.95-$54.95

GUARDIAN THROW BAG45107.02 | $74.95

WRSI MOMENT43005.02 | $149.95 | S/M, M/L, L/XL

EXPEDITION DRY DUFFEL55038.01 | $179.95-$249.95 | 35, 70, 105L

PADDLER MEDICAL KIT45226.03 | $79.95

S-TURN ELBOW PADS50037.01 | $59.95 | S/M, L/XL

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VOSS KNIFE47309.01 | $34.95

ETHER DRY SACK55028.01 | $24.95-$49.95 | 2, 3, 5, 10, 15, 25, 35L

PADDLE BAG50020.02 | $99.95

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