PortagePal

03/02/2026

The 2026 canoe season is almost here! Ice out is just around the corner (hopefully), and if you're anything like me, you've been dreaming about that first paddle since you pulled the canoe out of the water last fall.

Before you start planning your routes and organizing your gear, make sure your portages are covered. A PortagePal makes every carry smoother, easier, and a little more enjoyable, even on the long ones.

Over 500 paddlers are already ready. Are you?

12/13/2025

Finally got a chance to get my workshop organized for 2026. I hope all my customers have a fantastic holiday and thank you for your support of PortagePal

11/21/2025

Black Friday week is here, and so is my biggest deal of the year.

Get 20% off PortagePal, or 30% off when you order two or more.

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your portaging kit or looking for a great gift for a friend, now’s the time.

Sale ends November 28.

08/25/2025

Back from an awesome 8 day trip in Northern Killarney crossing off some bucket list items that we've always wanted to see. Found Carmichaels Rock, Great Mountain Lake, the Notch portage (still hurting from that one) and much more.

I have tons of footage to edit and a few orders to ship out!

07/22/2025

https://youtu.be/RsA3xscvFro?si=P1jp2UdAVzgzVOMi

07/19/2025

And we are home!

Safe to say, a PortagePAL can help an 11 year old carry three paddles and two fishing rods on every portage of a full trip...and also get the attention of others on the portage!

The Pro Straps performed perfectly in some massive downpours (the most I've seen in ~20 trips) as well.

07/14/2025

Headed off for a four day trip tomorrow morning, orders will be delayed!

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06/05/2025

You asked - I listened. Sorry it took so long!

Introducing the PortagePal Pro Strap — my most requested upgrade yet.

Made with aluminum hardware and weather-resistant rubber, the Pro Strap is built for brutal portages and backcountry abuse.
💪 Tougher.
🌧️ Grippier.
🧤 Easier to use with wet hands.

Already have a PortagePal? You can upgrade just your straps.
Buying new? Now you can order your PortagePal with the Pro Strap pre-installed.

Either way — you deserve this.

Free shipping included on all purchases, as always.😍

Available now - link in bio to gear up!

03/08/2025

Check it out!!

We are at Canoecopia once again, stop by for a visit! This is Ben with son Weston.

01/28/2025

Great new addition to the best canoe mapping tool on the Internet!

🌟 New Feature: Route Details Report! 🌟

We’ve taken all the information you love on our maps—campsites, portages, lakes, and more—and put it into one convenient report!

📊 What’s Inside?
✅ Lake depth maps and fisheries reports for Minnesota lakes
✅ Portage elevation graphs
✅ Campsite details and trip statistics
✅ Easy sharing with friends or on social media

📂 Save Time & Stay Organized
Reports are saved to your account for easy access. Available now for Expedition Leader members! Simply set up your route on the interactive map, click the new "Details" button, and voila—your report is ready!

👉 Check Out a Sample Report: https://www.paddleplanner.com/tools/routedescription.aspx
(Heads up: this report contains a lot of valuable information, so it may take a moment to load—worth the wait!)

Upgrade today and make your trip planning easier than ever!

12/23/2024

First order with my new shipping packaging is off to Ottawa! Thanks for the order, Marcie!