COLUMBIA, S.C. (July 17, 2024) – Shakespeare has been a trusted companion for outdoor enthusiasts, fostering cherished memories and deep connections with nature. The new Cedar Canyon Series of fly rods and combos promises fly anglers and the fly curious, quality gear essentials, all offered at great value. The Shakespeare Cedar Canyon fly rod series offers quality…
Read moreExciting news: A few months ahead of schedule, Patagonia has launched its newest line of Black Hole Duffels . Why the early launch? Put simply, to meet demand. What’s new with the updated Black Hole Duffels? Read on. As Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard wrote last week in a NYT essay , “People ask me how [Patagonia] has managed to stick around so long…I tell them i…
Read moreAstral's Brewers in Black It is no secret that I am a fan of water shoes, but the vast majority of them are incredibly purpose built. They look like something designed for a jog on the moon, or glorified sandals. That is fine, in most cases. What Astral has done with their new Brewer shoes turns that all on it's head. Take you favorite lounging snea…
Read moreFlorida always feels like a good spot when the ice and snow pile up in front of the house, and this year was no different. I spent a week on the gulf this winter. Fishing, eating, drinking, and doing everything I couldn't do outdoors back home. Sure, you can fish on the ice, but I'd much rather be in shorts and a t-shirt sitting on a bench in the sun with a …
Read moreIf you don't know, you do now. We at Team Paddle Junkie have an obsession with water bottles and cups. From stainless steel to the squishy travel cups you shove in your backpack to celebrate later. They come in all shapes and sizes, and Miir has quickly become one of our favorites. With new designs and packages coming out on what feels like a weekly basis, we ar…
Read moreThere is a comedian that has a skit about his friend using Axe body spray to cover up the scent of some of his illicit behaviors before entering a bar. First off, we’re not 14 years old any more, it’s high time to step up our game when it comes to smelling like you cleaned yourself. No longer do we have to put up with smelling like your grandpa or smelling like th…
Read moreI just really got into fishing within the last 3 years. Whenever I hit the local sporting goods store, I continually have a 20-40 dollar problem with my tackle. That's okay if you have fun and can't put a price on fun. This year I decided to try my hand at fly fishing. I have some basic knowledge on how to tie the proper knots and the motion required to get …
Read moreWe love water bottles here at Paddle Junkie, and I gather that we are not the only ones. I just can't seem to get enough from the classic Nalgene to huge reusable growlers. I sticker them faithfully and bring them everywhere. My emotional support water bottle is real, and I found a few new favorites! Miir launched in 2010 after founder Bryan Papé had a near-deat…
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