Behind the Gear: A Chat with Chris Reed
(Extracts from original interview from Paddler Magazine 2025) If you paddle in the UK, there’s a good chance you’ll have come across Reed Chillcheater gear, from spray skirts to fleeces...
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Behind the Gear: A Chat with Chris Reed
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Choosing the Right Clothing for Sea Kayaking and Paddling
From Desert Nights to Arctic Racing Morocco recently beckoned my daughter to compete as navigator in a multi day desert rally. Desert nights are notoriously cold so when she asked...
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Celebrating Tradition and Innovation: The 2025 Qajaq Hong Kong Championships & Barbecue Festival
On December 6th, 2025, the rhythmic splash of paddles and the laughter of friends echoed across the waters of Sai Kung, as Qajaq Hong Kong hosted its annual Qajaq Championships...
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Ian Hayward - GooseJuice Adventures - Britain by Kayak 2026
Adventure happens, they say, when the outcome is uncertain It’s with this in mind that I’ve committed to tackling what, for me, is a pretty sizeable and definitely uncertain challenge: ...
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Choosing the Best Kayaking Gear for Winter: Performance and Comfort
When the temperature drops and the waters run cold, the right kayaking gear can mean the difference between a bold winter adventure and a miserable outing. At Reed Chillcheater, we...
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The Call of the Loon: A Solo Sea Kayaking Expedition - Roland Arnison
Over the past two summers, I’ve dedicated my time to sea kayaking around the Hebrides in Scotland, exploring remote islands and recording the calls of seabirds. The heart of this...
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Endurance Kayak Training - Tom Sharpe & Anoushka Freeman’s DW Journey with Reed Chillcheater
What began as a chance encounter on a crisp November morning at the Elmbridge 10@10 race evolved into one of the most inspiring partnerships in the history of the Devizes...
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Rediscovering Tradition Greenland Paddling with Reed Chillcheater
We are excited to share a video from the coastal waters of the North East, where a vibrant community of paddlers is keeping the ancient tradition of Greenland paddling alive...
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Eco-Friendly Sea Kayaking Gear: The Most Sustainable Kit Already in Your Bag
At Reed Chillcheater, we believe your paddling gear should go the distance. That means designing and manufacturing kayaking kit that stands up to harsh seas, long portages, and the occasional...
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Reed Chillcheater - Proudly PFAS Free Kayaking Equipment
At Reed Chillcheater, we are proud to say that all of our products are free from PFAS, also known as ‘Forever Chemicals’; harmful substances increasingly under scrutiny in the outdoor,...
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Best Kayaking Tops Aquatherm vs Aquatherm Fleece
Looking for the best kayaking top for cold or changeable conditions? In this detailed real world review, James Roberts from Sea Kayaking Cornwall compares two of Reed Chillcheaters’ most popular...
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Paddler Magazine- Reed Aquatherm Spray Deck Review
'Reed Aquatherm Spray Decks are an excellent choice for composite sea kayaks. Made from lightweight, waterproof, and stretchy PFC-free material made in the UK, they have several attributes that help...
