Plans for our April 18, 2026 Gear Swap area already underway - check back for updates.
Who is invited? This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC – anybody who wants to attend is welcome!
Where? At The Bar on Lynndale
2435 W Nordale Dr #1820
Appleton, WI 54914
When? Saturday date in April 2026 to be confirmed in October 2025.
10 AM to 1:30 PM.
What? Sure, we’re a paddle club, but the gear swap has become popular for all sorts of outdoor gear. So, bring your tents, sleeping bags, and other spare outdoor gear and find it a new home.
Is there a fee? No! Save your cash for buying cool stuff!
Is lunch available? Absolutely! The Bar serves great food and refreshments! BUT – NO CARRY-IN FOOD!
Format? Open and casual – bring your boats and gear inside for sale or swap.
Expectations? 2026 will be our 14th annual paddle gear swap to exchange or purchase gear, learn some skills, share some stories and meet other paddlers! We had an outstanding offering of boats and gear in 2025, so spread the word to assure an even better 2026 event.
As an indoor event, we are “weather-proof!”
Questions? Email President@NEWP.club
We are returning to The Bar-Lynndale in Appleton which features a huge indoor sand volleyball court and deck area. In addition, The Bar offers great food and refreshments on site! (No carry-in food!)
Saturday, April 18, 2026
[Boat and gear preview below!]
[Presentations]
[Raffle]
Same format as in the past – boats and assorted outdoor gear to buy and sell, interesting paddle topics/ presentations to listen to and plenty of time to plan this year’s outings with your old (and new) paddle buddies.
Have extra outdoor gear? Need some new stuff? Bring your spare gear, extra boats and wish list! (Not limited to paddle gear – we all enjoy other outdoor sports as well!) We’ll provide a space and (some) tables for the gear you wish to sell – you set the price and make the deal! Limited tables are available – if you have a handy folding table, bring it along!
What can you expect to find at this year’s gear swap? Well, the unique magic of a gear swap is you won’t know for sure unless you show up! But we do know that in addition to all the paddlers participating, the following organizations also plan to participate:
- 2026 List TBD
- plenty of room!
I AM LOOKING FOR…
New feature in 2026! A sampling of boats and gear offered for sale appears below, but are you looking for something special? Let us know and we’ll post it here! Also let us know If you have one of the items listed for connection in advance of the Gear Swap.
- Lightweight canoe for solo or tandem use! Examples include Northstar Pearl, Northstar Opal, Nova Craft Pal, Swift Prospector 15 combi or We-no-nah Solo Plus. (FL)
- Tandem touring kayak.
- ___
DONATIONS? As a 510(c)3 organization, NEWP also appreciates donations of boats or gear to sell at the Gear Swap, with proceeds tagged to support the NEWP general fund, the Red River Landing fund, or the Will Joll Scholarship fund. Contact any board member if you wish to donate.
2026 RAFFLE DRAWING!
NEWP, Inc. is a 501(c)3 organization and is self-funded through volunteer member efforts to conduct classes and lead events, and annual membership dues. This year’s raffle drawing is scheduled for 1:00 PM at The Bar on Lynndale in Appleton. (You do not have to be present to win. NEWP, Inc. is licensed to conduct Class A & B raffles in the State of Wisconsin. Ticket sales available November 16, 2025, at the annual meeting, March 13-15 at Canoecopia, March 21 at the Film Festival and up to 1:00 PM at the Gear Swap on April 18. Tickets sold for $5 each or five for $20 up until drawing time.)
- 1st Prize: Custom Euro or Greenland paddle handmade by Humpback Paddle and Kayak
- 2nd Prize: Stuffed NEWP dry bag, includes blue or red NEWP dry bag, NEWP whistle, Canoecopia 2026 T-shirt (L), NRS Sliq Straight Gate Carabiner, SOL Emergency blanket and 2 sets of Canoecopia 3-day passes (> $150 value)
Paddling Presentations
11:00 AM: How to get the most out of your outfitted paddle adventure!
Are some outfitted trips more fun than others? Absolutely! Learn the tips and tricks to having a great adventure from a seasoned professional kayak guide!
12:00 PM: Panel Discussion – Opportunities to expand and upgrade your paddle adventures in 2026!
Paddling locally with a friend is always fun, but what if it’s time to expand your horizons to new waters, new adventures and maybe pick up some new skills along the way? Join panelists Jeff Adler, Angie Lent and Jeff Mazanec to see what’s out there this year for paddlers of all abilities.
Sampling of Boats and Gear Offered for Sale
One of the thrills of swap meets is not knowing what to expect until you show up! BUT – sometimes it’s nice to know what to expect, so if you are hoping to sell a boat or other paddling equipment let us know, and we will display it below.
Also, please check out some of the gear that NEWP will be selling. These are listed on NEWP’s For Sale page. 
All proceeds from the sale of these items go towards NEWP’s mission of encouraging and advancing paddle sports education and safety.
Whitewater boats – NEWP is selling some of its vintage whitewater boats. Several Dagger Outburst and Dagger Blast models will be available at the gear swap for purchase. (Click image for larger view.)
NEWP is also selling a P&H Volan 160 MV Kevlar/ Diolean sea kayak. 16′ long, 23″ wide and weighs 53 lbs. This boat features a skeg and a keel strip, was stored in a heated garage and is in excellent condition. $3,000. Click if interested!
Current Designs Scirocco – This rotomolded version of the popular Gulfstream design by Derek Hutchison is 16′-10″ long, 23″ wide and weighs 55 lbs. It features a cable-operated skeg and built-in thigh braces. Always stored indoors, this boat is in phenomenal condition and is available for $700. Contact Scott S. (Click image for larger view.)
Stellar S14 G2 Advantage Construction w/Skeg – Buyer’s Guide | Paddling Magazine; Stellar Website
“The S14 is a transitional boat,” says Stellar designer David Thomas. “A short boat that has the hull speed of an average 16-footer. It’s both recreational and touring, and you can use it as a fitness boat. It’s lightweight at 38 pounds, stiff and easy to handle on and off the water. The most challenging part of paddling can be getting to the water and off, and if you’re having trouble doing that, you’re not going to use your kayak.”
The lightweight S14 G2 makes this as easy as possible for a kayak of this size.
Length: 14’4″ / 4.4 m; Beam: 24.5″ / 62.1 cm; Weight 38 lbs.
Perfect Like-New Condition. Currently sells for $4,000; Asking $2,800. Contact Dan D.
Dagger Axis 12 – This 12-foot crossover kayak provides excellent tracking with its height-adjustable drop skeg. Comfortable 27.5″ width; weighs 55 lbs. Always stored indoors, these boats are in great condition and are available for $900 each. Contact Dan D. 
West Side Boat Shop Thunderbolt Kayak – This racing/ fitness/ training kayak is best suited for an experienced paddler with good balance. It is 21 feet long, 18-inches wide and weighs only 28 lbs. This boat is very fast, capable of matching surfskis and exceeding 7mph, and comes with a rudder. The Thunderbolt was designed by Doug Bushnell and is currently no longer in production. (Click HERE for video review.)
Asking $900, including a custom travel cover to protect it when cartopping and a cockpit cover. Email Sherri, or see her on Saturday. (Click image for larger view.)
Native Watercraft Ultimate 14.5 Stored indoors, normal wear and tear. Manufactured in 2007. $250 Tel: (920) 901-9530. (Click image for larger view.)
Current Designs Kestrel Tandem 170T – Yellow/White: Asking $975 or best offer. Contact Michael J. (Click image for larger view.)
Contact Michael J. (Click image for larger view.)
Contact Michael J. (Click image for larger view.)
Golden Hawk Canoe – 12′-9″ canoe with CastleCraft aluminum trailer, Minn Kota Endura C2 trolling motor. Optima Blue Top marine battery, two paddles, and two anchors. Total package new $2,820; asking $1,600. Contact Allen. (Click image for larger view.)
Baidarka – Laughing Loon North Star Baidarka. Built by Rob Macks (Laughing Loon owner) himself. 18′-4″ long; 22-1/2″ wide, approximately 55 lbs. Asking price $3,500.
Contact: 920-205-6360
Pilgrim Expedition – Very good condition. 17″6, ideal for smaller size paddlers 80-140 lbs. More info: Pilgrim – Sea Kayak USA https://seakayakusa.com/ndk-kayaks/pilgrim/.Asking $1,900. Contact Julie. (Click image for larger view.)
Men’s Stolquist Semi Drysuit – Size medium, lightly used $75; Men’s Farmer John wetsuit – Size large (but runs smaller), like new $75; Superior Kayaks carbon fiber Greenland paddle (85”/ 217 cm) – $200; Wood Greenland paddle (87” / 220 cm) – $60. Contact Julie. (Click image for larger view.)
Paddler’s Inventory Reduction – All gear in like-new, excellent condition, and will be available at the gear swap: Werner Ovation paddle, Bending Branches paddle, new/unused dry bags/portage packs, MSR Whisperlite, Kammok hammock, Thule bike roof rails, Thule kayak rack or two, etc.
For those that cannot participate in our annual swap event, we heartily recommend use of https://www.craigslist.com, https://www.paddling.com/ and Facebook Marketplace for used boat and gear exchange!