NRS: Kayaking, Rafting & Paddlesports Gear
Packrafts
Lightweight, rugged and ultra-packable, NRS Packrafts are built to explore more water—from quick laps close to home to technical canyon rivers and pristine alpine lakes.
FIND WHERE AND WHEN TO PADDLE
Water is for everyone. Everyone should be able to access and enjoy it. The PaddleWays app is your all-in-one digital tool for discovering, planning and navigating better paddling adventures. It provides detailed maps, real-time conditions, and more than 48,000 points of interest.
Used Gear. New Adventures.
Buying used equipment and apparel from NRS is a great way to outfit yourself on a budget. Grab these used deals before they’re gone, and start planning your next adventure.
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River Reads: An interview with Author Eugene Buchanon » Author Eugene Buchanan details the story behind his new book, “Yampa Yearnings”, an ode to one of the last wild rivers in the American West.
An Amateur Meets The Arctic – Part 1 » Armed with a packraft, Evan LeFavre headed to Canada’s remote Tuktut Nogait National Park to attempt an east-to-west traverse.
RiverBound—The storybook has just begun. » In Riverbound, former guide and kayaker ‘Yak’ Vandam returns to the river six years after a life-changing accident—by packraft.
The Perks of Paddling Uphill » When temps are cold and the water is chillier, why not leave rapids behind? Chandra Brown talks tips and advantages of a flatwater paddle.
Deschutes Journals Part 2 – The Ledges » The good times and catches continue on the Deschutes as Rob introduces his crew to one of his favorite spots to fish: The Ledges.
One for the River: The Sava Story » Float alongside four mischievous kayakers as they paddle the mysterious and mighty Sava River to better know and protect her beauty.
No Food, No Money, Only Music » For 120 miles, the folk band A Brother's Fountain carried no food or money, trading songs and putting trust in the kindness of strangers.
First Raft Descent of the Futaleufú River, 1985 » Brave the first descent of Patagonia’s Futaleufú River with a first-person account from lifetime raft guide and rowing instructor Peter Fox.
Common Waters | A Film by Rig to Flip » “Common Waters” exposes the growing conflict over stream access in Colorado. Is our outdoor paradise at risk? The answer depends on us.
About NRS: Northwest River Supplies
In 1972, with only $2,000 in his personal savings, Bill Parks started Northwest River Supplies with one mission: to help others raft. 42 years later, Bill sold NRS to its employees. Today, the 100% employee-owned business strives to continue Bill’s legacy helping people pursue passions on the water.
At our Moscow, Idaho headquarters you’ll find passionate water-lovers just like you, from rafters to whitewater kayakers, sea kayakers to stand up paddlers, kayak anglers to fly fishermen. Our lives, and livelihoods, are drawn to water.
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