Adventure Technology disclosed its 2014 roster of world-class paddling professionals that will help drive brand innovation in key paddling categories including expedition touring, whitewater disciplines, and kayak fishing.


 

This year’s diverse team is made up of athletes, explorers, photographers, anglers, and standout personalities who push the limits of kayaking and adventure. These men and women use AT paddles in a variety conditions to provide feedback directly to the design team, enabling the brand to be dynamic and responsive to paddlers’ needs across the spectrum of paddlesports.
 

“The AT team boasts nearly seventy incredibly talented and dynamic paddlers who are taking every aspect of kayaking to the next level, from running the world’s steepest waterfalls to exploring uncharted waterways and catching the biggest, most exciting fish species,” said Evan Lyendecker, marketing manager for Adventure Technology. “Feedback from these athletes who spend their days on the water is an integral part of our design process, and this insight makes it possible for us to create the most lightweight, durable, and performance-oriented paddles available today. We are proud to have this group of passionate paddlers representing our brand throughout the 2014 season.”
 

Led by standout adventure paddler Gareth Tate, Adventure Technology’s 2014 whitewater and touring team includes some of the most elite kayak adventurers and whitewater competitors. For 2014 Tyler Bradt will continue his Wizard’s Eye Expedition searching for the world’s greatest adventures, while Brendan and Todd Wells are set to shoot a film on rivers in the Pacific Northwest. Expert paddlers Jason Beakes, Anna Levesque and Brad Ludden will use their kayaking skills to help people gain confidence, learn teamwork, and inspire a love for the outdoors. Tate himself will launch and lead a Team Highlight Series spanning the sum of the team’s whitewater and touring expeditions and adventures.
 
The Adventure Technology Angling Team will be led by four regional managers: Jeff Little, Bobby Clark, CJ Siebler, and Troy Meyerhoeffer in the northeast. The Adventure Technology anglers will provide feedback on paddle trends, and will help promote the sport at tournaments and events across the country.
 
2014 Adventure Technology Pro Team – Whitewater and Touring
 

Anna Levesque
 
Ben Brown
 
Brad Ludden
 
Brendan Wells
 
Chase Nobles
 
Chris Wing
 
Christie Eastman
 
Clay Wright
 
Corey Volt
 
Daniel Dutton
 
Dave Farkas
 
Devyn Scott
 
Emily Shanblatt
 
Gareth Tate
 
Iker Beristain
 
Isaac Hull
 
Jacob Cruser
 
Jason Beakes
 
Katie Scott
 
Kim Becker
 
Laura Farrell
 
Leo Siecienski
 
Lizzy Adams
 
LJ Groth
 
Matías Nuñez
 
Max Ovett
 
Paul Stamilio
 
Peter Csonka
 
Robby Hogg
 
Sara James
 
Sam Ovett
 
Scott Ligare
 
Shane Groves
 
Stephen Wright
 
Todd Wells
 
Tyler Bradt
 


2014 Adventure Technology Pro Team – Angling
 
Aaron Dryden


Adam Harbuck

Alejandro Perez Arteaga

Bill Schultz

Bill Sikora

Bobby Clark

Brenden Terrill

Callie Shumway

Chris Gorsuch

Chris LeMessurier

CJ Siebler
 
Dave Easton
 
Dean Thomas
 
Eric Tebbets
 
George Stevens
 
Jason Stock
 
Jay Brooks
 
Jedediah Plunkert
 
Jeff Little
 
Jeff Malott
 
Jeff Suber
 
Jennifer Thomas
 
Joe Poole
 
Juan Veruete
 
Manny Torres
 
Mike Zilkowsky
 
Rob Knoles
 
Steve Garcia
 
Tommy Samuels
 
Troy Meyerhoeffer
 
Wade Nichols