I wish to thank the following paddlesport manufacturers for their support over the years. Dagger truly makes the full quiver, right here in the southeast, and I’m astonished at how many great designs they’ve made over the years. They are my favorite boats to paddle, and are the most comfortable kayaks out there! Immersion Research embodies the spirit of what it means to be a kayaker, and when it comes to dry-gear, skirts and other paddling garments, I know they’ve got my back, with durable, performance gear made by and for dirtbags. Astral makes the best PFD’s out there, hands down, and is also right here in the southeast. Now Werner Paddles, who has defined the standards for paddle design for decades, is now based here in the southeast as well! Watershed makes the best drybags in the business and are the only serious option if you’re doing multi-day paddling and want to keep your gear dry. These folks won’t let you down, and have made it possible for so much of the progression we’ve seen in paddling over the years.