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Let's Talk Whitewater Dry Bags

Here at River Station Gear, we are serious about having high quality, functional, upgraded gear. Our new dry thwart bag is a game changer for river runners. The design is truly...

Let's Talk Whitewater Dry Bags

Here at River Station Gear, we are serious about having high quality, functional, upgraded gear. Our new dry thwart bag is a game changer for river runners. The design is truly...

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Finding your Whitewater Footing

When deciding what type of footwear to sport on the river, it may seem overwhelming. Everybody on the river is wearing something different. You have your sandal people, your close-...

Finding your Whitewater Footing

When deciding what type of footwear to sport on the river, it may seem overwhelming. Everybody on the river is wearing something different. You have your sandal people, your close-...

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5 Lessons the River has Taught Me (So far)

A lot of activities, it can be really easy to say, “No! I can’t keep going. I’m too scared.” For example, if you’re skiing down your first black, you may...

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5 Lessons the River has Taught Me (So far)

A lot of activities, it can be really easy to say, “No! I can’t keep going. I’m too scared.” For example, if you’re skiing down your first black, you may...

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How to Layer on the River (Fall Edition)

How to Layer on the River (Fall Edition)

With the new season, it can be a challenge to know how you’re going to properly layer this time out on the water. Before you head out, it may seem...

How to Layer on the River (Fall Edition)

With the new season, it can be a challenge to know how you’re going to properly layer this time out on the water. Before you head out, it may seem...

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Let’s Talk Whitewater Helmets

We’ll be honest, it’s hard to ignore the signs that point you towards a Sweet Protection whitewater helmet. Not only does this brand occupy the entire Top 5 in the Virginia Tech...

Let’s Talk Whitewater Helmets

We’ll be honest, it’s hard to ignore the signs that point you towards a Sweet Protection whitewater helmet. Not only does this brand occupy the entire Top 5 in the Virginia Tech...

The Top 5 River Trip Non-Essential, Essentials

The Top 5 River Trip Non-Essential, Essentials

You will bring lots of different new things home on your river trip. Memories, laughter, new friends, a few new bruises and probably some bumped toes. But, there is one...

The Top 5 River Trip Non-Essential, Essentials

You will bring lots of different new things home on your river trip. Memories, laughter, new friends, a few new bruises and probably some bumped toes. But, there is one...