You were expecting a canoe that is both very light and very durable... Esquif has done it! Esquif made a big splash back in 2015 with the development of T-Formex, the successor to its cousin, the now-defunct Royalex. Since not all paddlers necessarily need the extreme durability that traditional T-Formex offers, Esquif now presents, for […]
The emblematic brand of inflatable canoes and kayaks GUMOTEX joins the main sponsors of the Open Canoe Festival! Numerous test boats will be available, and as always, several workshops will be dedicated to inflatable boating. The OCF 2025 will also be an opportunity to showcase plenty of new products from Gumotex, including the new Scout, […]
Becky Mason inherited her paddling skills and deep love for canoes from her father, the legendary canoeist Bill Mason, author and filmmaker of the Path of the Paddle series. She carries on the family tradition by sharing her passion for canoeing through a variety of avenues, including paddling instruction, filmmaking, writing, workshops, demonstrations, and slideshow presentations. In […]
POOLIDOR is an electronic music duo that blends traditional music from Berry and North Africa. They produce a raw, hypnotic sound by combining organic timbres and percussion with the gleaming waves of electro. On stage, a hurdy-gurdy, complete with pedalboard and bicycle wheel, faces a vinyl turntable. This timeless construction is complemented by machines, violin […]
Here's the Open Canoe Festival 2024 video. This year, we wanted to show the OCF's DNA, what we want to share with this event. Only the international side doesn't stand out, but we haven't forgotten our many foreign coaches and the 13 European countries taking part. Thanks to all of you!
The Drôme is one of the last wild rivers in Europe, with a natural, torrential flow. It meanders for 106 km from its source to its confluence with the Rhône. As a result, it is home to some exceptional flora and fauna, and in particular to two experts in camouflage: On the banksThe ringed plover: […]
Record for the longest title! All this to tell you that we've created a new FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section. Can I bring my dog to the OCF? Are canoes provided? How do I win the lottery? Do I need to reserve a campsite? How do I register for workshops? Why is the OCF called […]
Some basic psychology to avoid giving up canoeing after the first descent… and save your relationship! By Paul Villecourt / www.villecourt.com In North America, canoeing is often called the "divorce boat"! You will understand why. When a few friends embark on the river for the first time, logic naturally pushes couples to form crews. At […]
This list has been tested for trips of 30 to 60 days. It includes the essentials, although you can always do more minimalist. All this gear fits into a large 100/120 litre waterproof bag which will therefore contain all the bags described below. For shorter trips, surprisingly the equipment is not much different. Remember: the […]
