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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