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Kokatat has been manufacturing paddling gear in Arcata, California since 1971. At a time when many technical apparel brands were moving manufacturing offshore, Kokatat continued to invest in infrastructure in the United States. Kokatat founder Steve O’Meara was committed to the development of the finest and driest paddling apparel in the world and recognized the need to control and continually evolve the development of their dry wear.Today, their hands-on approach to manufacturing continues to set the standard in paddling apparel.
Located in Victoria, British Columbia on beautiful Vancouver Island, Ocean River Sports is one of the premier specialty kayak stores in North America. With over 30 years in the business Ocean River includes an outstanding retail store, kayaking school, tours, rentals and a performance paddling club.
Since 2009 Stellar USA has been delivering innovative kayaks, surf skis, paddles and accessories across North America. With an emphasis on providing excellent, prompt and friendly service, we are pleased to be able to recommend one of our carefully selected Stellar Dealerships located throughout the United States and Canada. Our experienced Dealers often can be seen paddling or racing in their own Stellar Kayaks and Surfskis having recognized the performance and light weight advantages of the Stellar kayaks.
We strive to demonstrate our personal commitment to improving the lives of our customers and employees by the deliberate and conscientious decisions we make regarding our business and how we conduct ourselves world-wide.
Stellar USA is headquartered in Northfield Massachusetts, with an additional West Coast Distribution Center.
Call today to learn why Stellar is fast becoming the most popular brand of lightweight, stable, and affordable surfskis and kayaks on the water.
Hornby Island Energy Balls has been around for over 20 years and is a family owned and operated business located on beautiful Hornby Island. Masters at creating a product free of preservatives and packed full of nutritious goodness, the Vet family came to us this year to breathe new life into their logo and packaging design.Combined with a new product launch of the Hornby Island Energy Bar, they are exploring nation-wide territory through retail distribution and an ecommerce site that recieved sales within minutes of launching.
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