Eric Jackson on the Past, Present, & Future of Paddlesports

Eric Jackson is a visionary, iconoclast, designer, founder, and one of the most successful and influential kayakers in history. In this conversation, Eric provides a masterclass on the history and evolution of paddlesports — and even if you’ve never paddled a day in your life, Eric’s insights into the sport that he played such a seminal role in shaping offer numerous lessons for how to grow — and preserve the best aspects of — other sports, communities, and industries like skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, trail running, etc. TOPICS & TIMES: When did you first paddle a boat? (3:43) What was the sport like when you started? (5:30) Key moments in modern kayaking? (13:35) The visionary gene (20:20) Product Design (31:30) Community: Growth vs. Intimacy (38:09) Best ways to increase participation? (44:12) Where would you like to see boating be in 10 years? (50:36) Eric’s hearing loss & hearing aids (59:12) Apex Watercraft (1:13:43) RELATED LINKS mountainflow.com Getting Here: Gunnison & Crested Butte Blister Summit Registration Subscribe to our Newsletter & Gear Giveaways Become a Blister Member / Get our Buyer’s Guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.