The Week In Small Craft: March 30th, 2026
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Chesapeake Light Craft has a spring sale on everything from kayaks, canoes, sailboats, and rowing-craft to paddle boards and powerboats. Esquif Canoes launches the new Echo 2.0. This boat "builds on the spirit of the original model, loved by paddlers for its agility and responsiveness. But it goes even further. With an additional 1.5 inches of depth, it now delivers greater load capacity, while maintaining its efficiency, lightness and maneuverability." Protect Our Rivers opens registration for 19th annual South Platte River clean up. Maria Blevins investigates sexual misconduct in the river industry - with the aim of making the river industry and community a safer place for everyone. Check that out at Paddling Mag. The Sawyer On-Water Podcast chats with Ro Drift boats. AIRE introduces the Sweet Potato, and upgraded version off the Tater, the full-sized version of the SPUD—and gives it a serious upgrade. Built with the same rugged Précontraint Ferrari PVC construction as the Hot Potato, this kayak delivers enhanced toughness, stability, and longevity while keeping the same compact, playful design that makes the Tater a whitewater favorite. Lastly don't forget to check out our partnership with Down River Equipment and their Raftopia event. We're offering free boat listings, expanded visibility, and a broader marketplace for one of the country’s largest raft gatherings.