Portland, Oregon's Waterfront Kayak Shop
Serving Pacific Northwest Paddlers Since 1991
Two Great Waterfront Locations

Macadam Avenue Location
Sales ~ Rentals ~ Instruction ~ Trips ~ Demos

6320 SW Macadam Avenue
Portland, OR 97239
503-459-4050
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Downtown Portland, Oregon


   

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Visit our Macadam Avenue shop to peruse our complete selection of kayaks, paddles, paddling gear and accessories. Whether you are a seasoned paddler, just getting started, or just curious about kayaking, canoeing, or dragon boating, our shop is well stocked and you are welcome to explore.
                      Demos can be arranged for any of the boats that we have on hand - right out our back door...

Online Store Coming Soon!

We have listed some of the companies whose products we carry.  We have chosen to work with the companies below based on their commitment to quality and customer service as well as their integrity and respect for the environment.
You may click on any of the logos below to learn more about these companies and their products. 

"Each hand crafted kayak is a testament to innovation, superior craftsmanship, care and attention to detail that ensures every Seaward Kayak is a personal statement.  Whether you're a new paddler, a long time enthusiast, or an experienced guide, Seaward has a kayak to suit your needs and paddling style."  Please visit Seaward's web site to see their complete line of kayaks.  Portland River Company has most of the Seaward line of kayaks in stock and available for demo.

Nigel Foster is an international figure in sea kayaking, known for his writing, instruction, his symposium appearances and his kayak designs.  Nigel Foster's kayak designs are world renowned for their performance characteristics.  Nigel has chosen Seaward Kayaks to build his boats. Seaward's uncompromising attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident in each of these graceful kayaks.  The New Hi-Pro Nigel Foster Graphite paddle has been designed by Nigel Foster as the perfect compliment to his signature line of kayaks, the Silhouette, Legend and Shadow.

As our tag line, "The British specialists in sea kayak design", suggests we have a long pedigree for fine designs and outstanding craftsmanship. Being out on the water is in our blood and we pride ourselves on delivering the choice, quality and innovation you would expect from people who not only design and build kayaks but who actually use them too. Our experience is what has kept us at the very forefront of the industry since we started designing and manufacturing sea kayaks over 30 years ago.

"Our kayaks possess that unique combination of graceful form and exceptional performance found only in truly timeless products. As the leading composite kayak builder in the world, we keep pace with the very latest in materials and production techniques to build the strongest and lightest kayaks available."

"Paddled the world over, Seda kayaks are renowned for their comfort, balance, and confidence inspiring performance.  With over 37 years of expertise in kayak design and manufacturing, we've packed each kayak with practical design features that enhance your paddling experience!"

State of the art sea kayaks and kayak paddles. Epic Paddles was founded by 2 time Olympic Gold Medallist Greg Barton to produce the world’s finest paddles for touring and competition. We've now teamed with 10 time World Ocean Kayak Champion Oscar Chalupsky to extend our expertise and quality to sea kayaks.

The Discover Series from Seaward Kayaks offers unmatched value in fiberglass kayaks.

"Lendal touring paddles represent the culmination of everything we have learned in over 40 years of pushing the limits in paddle design and construction. Our company was founded out of a desire for better performance, and that desire for efficiency still drives everything we do. Our goal with these paddles is to make world-class performance available to everyone. We offer our performance-oriented designs in a wide range of constructions to suit a variety of requirements in strength, weight, and price."

"At Aquabound we make paddles and nothing else.  We believe our customers recognize and appreciate the value, quality, and durability found in all of our products."  Portland River Company uses Aquabound paddles in our rental and tour fleet and have found them to be almost indestructible.

Stohlquist Waterware designs and manufactures extremely comfortable and durable PFDs and paddling gear.  "Our quality-first approach to manufacturing guarantees that the level of quality and attention to detail we demand is built into each product we make.  Each design is the result of our experience on the water, and the desire to make boating gear better."

Paddling apparel designed to keep you warm and dry.

Snapdragon Design

Top quality spray skirts and cockpit covers.

Extremely durable dry bags from Cascade Designs.
North Water
Paddle Sports Equipment
North Water designs and builds paddle sport products to promote safety, comfort and organization. By working with some of the world’s foremost experts in the paddle sports industry, the commercial marine environment and the swift water rescue industry, we are proud to be able to offer you innovative, high quality products that are built to the highest standard.

Simply the best sport sandal ever made.

Dragon boat paddles designed for the Rose Festival's Kaohsiung boats.

Dragon boat paddles designed for Hong Kong boats.

Distinctive outdoor apparel from a classic Portland company.

Technical outdoor gear.


photo taken by Joel Rogers during one of our Nigel Foster paddling clinics at the Oregon coast

Portland Kayak Company
6320 SW Macadam Avenue
Portland, OR 97239
paddle@portlandkayak.com

503-459-4050 / 888-238-2059