Top 5 gear picks from CKS and why:

Kokatat GMER- Teaching swiftwater rescue in January and February is cold even in California,I trust no other brand to keep me dry.

Kokatat Seeker Shoe – Very comfortable and sleek in design!

Stohlquist Descent - Comfortable, I also really appreciate those portage shoulders.

Shred Ready Tsunami Pads - While they may be a touch more bulky than other pads on the market, I think they offer the best elbow and forearm protection.

Shred Ready Full Face - With a ridiculously great price it’s hard to go wrong with the extra protection.

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AIRE (and on the super puma page of AIRE’s 2011 catalog.)

I have been working on my goal of becoming a whitewater professional for about 5 years now. Managing Kern River Tours in the summer and teaching swift water rescue with Sierra Rescue in the winter are really huge blessings in my life. In my off time I like to spend time with my fiancé Sasha and our two dogs Casper and Kilo. We frequent Bishop, California quite often for our second favorite sport, rock climbing. We have both been climbing for a long time and it is a great way for me to relax, but I prefer to get my excitement on the water! I truly love whitewater and sharing that passion with as many people as possible. Look forward to paddling with you someday soon!