Appomattox River Company

06/06/2026

Our sales guy Travis made sure this rig left looking a little more prepared for adventure.

https://paddleva.com/collections/canoes-1

06/06/2026

"For kayak manufacturers, uncertainty itself may be the most difficult challenge.
Indeed, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is only the latest dip on a rollercoaster ride that in the last six years has included increased tariffs, a Covid bust and boom, the Ukraine war, more tariffs and now the Iran conflict.
“Everyone I talk to is on the same page,” Hipgrave said. “We’re like, good Lord, when is this going to end? And what the hell is 2027 going to look like?” "

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran is causing effects far beyond the fuel pump. For the paddlesports industry,

05/29/2026

Used SUP (Stand Up Paddleboards)
For Sale:

Badfish Selfie 14' - $400

Badfish I Shape -$784

Bic Sup Air Cross 10'6"- $500

Bic Sup Air Performer 10'6" x2 -$500

BadFish Monarch - $500

Badfish Rivershred - $500

Bic Touring 12' 6"- $500

BIC Tracer 14" - $800

Bic Peter Pan 11'4"- $500

BadFish Surf Traveler- $530

Pelican Vibe 80 - $100

BIC Wing Ace Tec 11' - $500

05/25/2026

A reprise, Brian Vincent at ARC, shares a near perfect Memorial Day on the river from 2019.
We remember the fallen, and seek to honor their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

So I choose to detach my cerebral cortex from the mainframe of chaos and let it wander with reflective purpose amidst the grandeur of our wilderness and waterways. It's a choice I make every Memorial Day. To me it's the ideal way to honor my father and to honor the country he died serving.

05/20/2026

How a lot of social media feels right now. Kidding, not kidding. We love y'all. Get outside.

05/20/2026

Did you hear? The Jackson Kayak Mayfly is back!

https://paddleva.com/products/jackson-mayfly-fishing-kayak-2026

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms !!
❤️

05/07/2026

New brand in the warehouse! Welcome Crescent Kayaks to the ARC inventory. Come check out these great US made kayaks, from rec to hardcore fishing. The Micro Skiff look like fun!

https://paddleva.com/collections/kayaks/brand_crescent

04/29/2026

It’d been a minute since we unloaded a 100 boat delivery. Re-stock of Wildy, Dagger, Perception and Pelican in the warehouse!

https://paddleva.com/collections/kayaks/brand_wilderness-systems

https://paddleva.com/collections/kayaks/brand_dagger

https://paddleva.com/collections/kayaks/brand_perception

04/23/2026

We’ve got some serious new rigs in at Appomattox River Company.

The all-new Old Town Sportsman 120 ePDL+ Pro brings next-level performance with pedal, power assist, and cruise control. Cover more water, fish longer, and let the kayak do the work when you want it to.

Also in stock:
🎣 Sportsman PDL Pro – proven pedal drive performance for serious anglers
👥 Ocean Kayak Malibu Tandem PDL – bring a partner and make a day of it

Whether you’re chasing fish solo or getting out on the water with family, we’ve got a setup ready.

Stop by the shop and check them out in person.

https://paddleva.com/collections/new-products