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Date: June 6-7. The week that follows is Skin-On-Frame kayak-building week. Let us know asap if you're interested.
Last year we arranged a small meet to invite our friends. They signed up before they left the place! Now we're inviting YOU, hopefully the friend of our friends and some new to-be friends!
More details dropping soon in the secret letter if you sign up (because loose lips sink ships...).
Here is what we know:
Come as you are
Prepare to get wet
There will be spectacle
Loads of stuff to test
You will not go hungry
Rebel against what, you say? Against strict rules and agendas? Against those who tell you what to think? Against the land grab rumours? You figure it out!
Ok, ok. Here's the intinerary for those of you who are inclined that way :)
Don’t miss this year’s coziest kayak weekend!
For the second year in a row, we’re creating an unforgettable weekend filled with paddling, kayak rolling, great food & coffee, valuable workshops, and inspiring clinics.
The weekend is dedicated to spontaneous hangs, community, and getting away from everyday life for a while.
Location: Lysingsbadet Västervik (The Outdoor Hub)
Accommodation: If you want to book lodging, check out Västervik Resort.
Friday 6 June – Demo Day & Sneak Preview (from approx. 15:00)
Come early on Friday and ease into the weekend at your own pace!
Demo paddling – Try out kayaks, paddles, and other gear
Small lies and real technique tips – Get or give personal feedback
Grill & Mingling – We’ll fire up the grill and/or pizza oven in the evening
Good music & chill hangs – Land softly into the weekend in the best possible way
Exhibitors on site:
Rebel Kayaks
Divine Paddle
Rugd
Gearlab Outdoors
Rolltokarna
My Outdoor Passion
Friluftsfrämjandet
(Vituddens Kanotvarv)
(Petrus Kayak)
(Design Kayaks)
Saturday 6 June (from 09:00)
09:00–10:00
Registration at the café (by the kayaks).
It’s free to try the gear. For workshops, Swish a small amount, and the same for food purchases.
10:00
Kayak Outfitting with Tibor and Stefan (200 SEK for materials) We’ll share our insights, tips, materials, and tools. Payment based on usage or a flat rate?
Tour paddling – Organized or free-style splashing out into the archipelago (With Friluftsfrämjandet and/or local guides. Adapted according to number of participants, mood, and weather. Can be combined with paddling technique.)
11:00
Paddling Technique with Tibor and Stefan Every paddle is good at something – feel the difference with some of the best we know!
Skin-on-frame kayak and paddle building demonstration with Tibor and Johan DeWrang (JD Paddles). Course the following week? (Stay tuned)
12:30
Lunch
14:00
Greenland Roll Competition – seriously fun edition (with or without beard!)
We’ll crown the best roller of the day.
Possible bonus events: group competition, tug-of-war, harpoon throwing, and walrus-pull.
16:00
Allunaariaqattaarneq (Greenland Rope)
The Inuit were known for paddling enormous distances without complaining. How did they stay in shape?
Tibbe and Stefan will help you (maybe).
From 17:00
Evening hang on the beach
Spontaneous socializing, maybe a bit of mischief – as long as we have the energy and feel like it!
Best outfit of the evening will be crowned.
From 18:00
Pizza, Pilsner & Campfire Tales at the Hub.
Sunday 7 June (from 08:00)
08:00?
Morning Yoga for those who wake up and feel like it.
A perfect start to the day!
Coffee in the sun by the beach
At the lying bench. Practice gratitude.
Workshops from 10:00
What will be your second (or next) roll?
Continuation: spontaneous rolling & relaxed hanging
Harpoon throwing, walrus pull, and UV paddling for those who haven’t tried it yet
12:00
Wilderness Food with Niklas and Sanna
We’ll cook a tasty lunch and share tips on what nature can offer and how to prepare it.
Have you ever tried real toilet-grown champignon? Neither have we…
Product testing all day
Take the chance to try new paddles and gear, test a Skin-on-Frame kayak, or just go for a nice paddle!
More exciting activities may be added…
Keep an eye out!
See you in Västervik!
Kayak Rebellion – Västervik Edition