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

20/12/2021
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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)

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