CanoeSport Outfitters-Iowa

09/01/2026

Dan and Todd are picking up their boats for the holiday weekend! Dan went home with a new Dagger Stratos and Todd is hitting the lakes in his Hobie Passport! Are you ready for the weekend?

08/31/2026

End of summer paddling - https://mailchi.mp/canoesportoutfitters.com/late-summer-news-8361091 Labor Day Weekend hours and a new Full Moon Tour in September!

08/19/2026

https://www.canoesportoutfitters.com/post/solve-sore-back-blisters-and-tingly-legs-in-a-kayak-with-uncommon-solutions

Sore back, tingly legs, or blister-covered hands after paddling? The fix is usually the opposite of what your instincts tell you to do. In our latest blog, Jeff breaks down the most common paddler complaints — and the simple, counterintuitive tweaks (like loosening your backrest instead of tightening it) that actually solve them. 🛶

Typical challenges I hear from new and even some experienced paddlers have to do with lifting and carrying their kayak, feet falling asleep, or back discomfort. There are often a variety of uncommon solutions to these common problems.

08/13/2026

Ethan made his way down from Ames to pick up his new Eddyline Sitka 140. He enjoyed his free class with the boat purchase over the weekend and he’s ready to paddle! Thanks and happy paddling Ethan! CanoeSport Outfitters

08/11/2026

New blog about how to make your canoe turn on a dime!

There is a moment in canoeing when everything clicks — the canoe tips to the rail, the hull releases from the water's grip, and pivots with effortless ease. That moment is the result of heeling, one of the most transformative techniques available to a canoe paddler. Once you understand what the hu...

08/09/2026

3 kayaking classes, 1 canoe class, and 1 sunset tour and this weekend's a wrap!!

08/06/2026

Paddling News - https://mailchi.mp/canoesportoutfitters.com/late-summer-news-8360400 There are still plenty of paddling classes and tours left in the 33 remaining days of 'summer!'