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Thurston Talk Talks Chowder Challenge

 Looks like we at Kitson Paddle Boards arn't the only ones excited to see the Boatswap Event return!  Check out an article from Thurston Talk!

After a six year hiatus, Thurston County residents are rejoicing about the return of the Port of Olympia’s Boatswap and Chowder Challenge.

“The Port is excited to bring back a community favorite event.  It’s something the staff have always enjoyed too,” comments Jennie Foglia-Jones who is handling the Port’s event coordination.

“People never stopped calling to ask about when we were bringing the event back,” says Kathleen White, the Port’s Communication and Government Relations Manager.  Read More

Kitson Boards to Help Celebrate Relaunch

Challenge the Chowder on May 18th

With the relaunch of the Port's Chowder Challenge event coming up fast, the Kitson Boards team has decided to take the opportunity to continue their community involvement by becoming an event vendor.

Kitson Boards Inc., the only carbon fiber paddle board and surfboard manufacturer in the USA, has been a community staple in Washington state's South Sound area for a year now. The company has always chosen to participate in local events when and where possible.
Kitson Boards Inc., which already has plans to make the Swantown Marina it's home when it relocates to the larger waterfront office space, has already been a part of various Port events, including it's annual Christmas party in 2012.

"The port has been a great partner," said Kitson Boards President, Michael Kitson, "We love to return the favor by showing them our support any time we can."

Kitson Boards ROX with ROXY

New Paddle Board Ad spots on Olympia Radio Station

Beginning April 15st, Kitson Boards will air advertisements on a local Olympia radio station. The ads will air four times each day throughout the week.

"We have a very positive attitude about our partnership with Roxy," said Director of Communications, Heather Hoskins. "We already listen to the station non-stop in our office, it was only a matter of time before we teamed up."

Over the next few months, the surfboard and paddle board manufacture plans to run various ad spots to educate the local community about their boards.

Kitson Boards & the Great Chowder Challenge

 Take Your Kitson SUP Out on the Port for a Great Day of Clam Chowder Tasting

Kitson Boards Inc., the only carbon fiber paddle board and surfboard manufacturer in the USA, has been a community staple in Washington state's South Sound area for a year now. The company has always chosen to participate in local events when and where possible.

With the relaunch of the Port's Chowder Challenge event taking place this May, the Kitson Boards team has decided to take the opportunity to continue their community involvement by becoming an event vendor.

Kitson Boards Inc., which already has plans to make the Swantown Marina it's home when it relocates to the larger waterfront office space, has already been apart of various Port events, including it's annual Christmas party in 2012.

"The port has been a great partner," said Kitson Boards President, Michael Kitson, "We love to return the favor by showing them our support any time we can."

Expanding the M - Series

 M - Series Paddle Boards

Last month the USA-based carbon fiber paddle board and surfboard company, launched their new M-Series collection of Planning, Touring and Racing Paddle Boards. The M-Series boards are the latest line of ultra durable and light weight carbon fiber boards made by Kitson Boards, Inc.

Kitson Board engineers have used their training and experience to craft these high performance boards.

"This winning combination ensures people of any body type, or age, or gender will have the best possible user experience." Said Kitson.

Designed with a mixture of great strength while being ultra light weight, these boards come in just under 20 pounds. Crafted for both novice or a seasoned professional paddle boarders, these M-Series boards are designed to give the rider maximum performance.

The new M-Series boards start at $1099.99

KB Partners with Surfing Forum

Connecting With The Surf Community

The Surfing Forum is an online community of surf-loving people.  It's the place where surf boarders and paddle boarders can ask and answer any question related to the sport.   Kitson Boards recently joined forces with the forum and users can see our banner posted on the website.  Visit Surfing Forum to learn more!

KB is Manufacturer of the Month!

Check Out our Article in Made in Washington's Newsletter for our Paddle Board Manufacturing Excellence: