Silverback Hawaii Blog
WHY SILVERBACK
Our goal is to keep plastic, particularly the plastic water bottles that Silverback apparel is made from, out of the ocean and landfills. According to Condor Ferries of the UK we, humans, are polluting the ocean with 12.7 million tons of plastic waste every year....
SKIN/UV, WHY WEARING A HOODIE (HYDRO HOODIE) MATTERS
When you’re out on the water, your apparel can play a big part in your performance and in your safety while on the water. By wearing a cover, specifically a hoodie, you can make sure you are protected from harmful UV rays and not burning to a crisp. Pain can affect...
WHY THE HYDRO HOODIE
When you’re out on the water, your apparel can play a big part in your performance and in your safety while on the water. By wearing a cover, specifically a hoodie, you can make sure you are protected from harmful UV rays and not burning to a crisp. Pain can affect...
10 BEST KAYAK SPOTS IN THE WORLD
Sea of Cortez, Baja, Mexico Amazon River, South America Dalmatian Coast, Croatia Galapagos Islands, Ecuador Ha Long Bay, Vietnam Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming Vancouver Island, British Columbia Glacier Bay, Alaska Patagonia, Argentina, Chile Zambezi River,...
BUYING FROM PEOPLE WHO KNOW THE INDUSTRY
People can sell whatever they want to make a living–that’s an American right–but you know the saying, “never trust a skinny chef”? Well–the same can be said when you are purchasing the equipment you need to stay safe and perform at your best out on the water. Matt...
FIVE TIPS TO LOWER YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
Drive less. Going without a car can save up to 2.6 tons of carbon dioxide a year. Ride a bike or take the bus, it is just as effective. If you do have to drive, go easy on the gas and the brakes, service your car, and check your tires, to make sure that everything is...
EQUIPMENT BASED BLOG
At Silverback Hawaii, we know that when you’re competing, the gear you use is what is some of the most important parts of finishing towards the top. Obviously, using our Hydro Hoodies and Leggings is an elite way to stay cool, and be protected by the sun– but it’s...
North California News
Hello Silverback fans! My name is Rachel (@rachelmargarita) and I am a paddler from Northern California. I have been paddling for about 7.5 years, primarily competing in races up and down the beautiful California coast. I stumbled into paddling by chance (I am a...
Skin Protection
With many competitions coming up this summer it’s important to remember to keep your skin protected on the water and out of the harmful UV Rays that can cause skin issues and disease down the line. Our line of hoodies and leggings do just that. Through protection of...
Here’s a little short version of my Hanohano experience
One of our Paddlers, May, wanted to share her Kine experience with us–and specifically how Silverback Hawaii helped her achieve her goals more effectively. Here is what she wrote to us: Hi! Here's a little short version of my Hanohano experience: I'm May, I'm a Maui...
MADE IN USA PRIDE
At Silverback Hawaii, we want to do everything with the utmost integrity. We manufacture all our products in the USA, in order to support local economies and create jobs for American workers. Not only that, but by manufacturing in the USA, we are generating a lower...
ABOUT REPREVE
When you’re out on the water all day, the sun can start to get to you. One of the coolest parts of our Hydro-Hoodie is the Repreve ET-1600 that is used to make it. It has an SPF of 40, and can help keep the reefs and your skin safe. Now, I know what you’re thinking....