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Haiku construction is Goya and Quatro’s lightest, most advanced build yet, but what actually makes it so different on the water? From cutting serious weight to delivering a faster, more reactive, “alive” feel under your feet, this next-gen construction is changing the way wave boards perform. If you’re wondering whether it’s just hype or a real step forward, this is worth a read.

Our staff members are such an important aspect of the shop and we think their ability to offer quality advice is unrivalled in our industry. Here we asked Berkley to tell you a little about his sports, where it all started and favourite kit.

Our staff members are such an important aspect of the shop and we think their ability to offer quality advice is unrivalled in our industry. Here we asked Steve to tell you a little about his sports, where it all started and favourite kit.

With the arrival of Sweet Protection’s 2024 paddlesport helmet range, it seemed an appropriate time to update you with our staff discussion of each model. The brand’s dominance in the whitewater scene is clear to see. Visit any paddling venue and you’re likely to find more than half of all boaters using products from this Norwegian company. So why the popularity? I believe it relates to the no compromise approach, focussing solely on protection. The result is a compact range of helmets that are clearly extremely well built, as well as providing an incredibly comfortable fit.

In this blog Steve runs through the choices of footwear for paddlesports. Each product style will be a balance of factors such as warmth, feel, protection and price.

In this blog we look at the different options to help keep your hands warm on the water this winter. Make the right decision around gloves, open palm mitts and pogies.

One of the most important pieces of gear for any UK diver is a high-quality drysuit. In this review, we will be taking a closer look at the Scubapro Definition HD, a popular and highly rated diving suit in the market. With its advanced features and innovative design, the Scubapro Definition HD offers comfort, durability, and protection for divers of all levels. Join us as we dive into the details of this impressive suit and discover why it is a top choice for many divers.

Many of our customers are open to trying different adventure sports and our own staff members are no different. Although Steve is traditionally focused on paddlesports, whether canoe, kayak or SUP, he recently took to the underwater world as part of our Scuba Diving experience sessions. Hopefully this is the start of Steve's underwater adventures. Having our staff involved in every part of the store is equally valuable when advising our friends and customers. Read more about Steve's experience in our full blog post.

Looking for the best drysuit in the UK? Our complete drysuit buying guide explains entry systems, seals, materials, fit and what to wear for kayaking, SUP and sailing.

The Aquaglide Cirrus is a long awaited addition to our range and the use of TPU fabric, which has generally been the reserve of packrafts, has slashed both the weight and pack size of this inflatable kayak. In this blog George covers the key features and who this boat might best suit.