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Melker of Sweden partners with Bekayak to strengthen its European presence and inspire a new generation of paddlers

Melker of Sweden partners with Bekayak to strengthen its European presence and inspire a new generation of paddlers

Melker of Sweden, the multiple award-winning Swedish outdoor brand known for its design-driven and sustainable performance kayaks, today announces a new strategic partnership with Bekayak, France’s leading specialist in kayaking and paddle sports.Based in Brest, at the heart of Brittany’s world-famous maritime culture, Bekayak becomes Melker’s strategic partner for the French market — marking an important step in the brand’s European growth journey.   A natural alliance between Scandinavian innovation and Brittany’s passion for the sea This collaboration unites two companies driven by the same vision: to make kayaking more accessible, more inspiring, and more sustainable.With its physical store in Brest, strong...

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Melker of Sweden and Flow Kayaks Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Growth in the UK & Ireland Paddlesports Markets

Melker of Sweden and Flow Kayaks Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Growth in the UK & Ireland Paddlesports Markets

Melker of Sweden, the multiple award-winning outdoor brand known for its design-driven and sustainable kayaks, today announced a strategic partnership with Flow Kayaks, a leading paddlesports retailer and distributor located in Nottingham, Great Britain. The collaboration marks a pivotal moment in Melker’s international expansion and solidifies its commitment to the European market.   The partnership will bring Melker’s premium product lineup to both the UK and Ireland markets, leveraging Flow Kayaks central physical store in the middle of the country combined with a strong online market presence, and distribution expertise and network.   UK and Ireland Distribution In this partnership,...

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Melker's all-new seat brings an exceptional comfort for full days on the water

Melker's all-new seat brings an exceptional comfort for full days on the water

All Melker's 2026 kayak models & sizes come with the all-new premium seat with exceptional comfort and easy sit-in adjustability. The seat also comes in three different sizes ( S / M / L ) and can be mounted in three different positions, which makes it possible to tailor the cockpit experience for every variety, preference, and size of the paddler. Key features 3 different sizes ( S / M / L ) Backrest can be adjusted sitting inside the cockpit Backband support can be adjusted up/down Durable and highly comfortable seat-pad and hip-pads Possible to remount the seat in 3 positions (mounted in the middle as standard) -  

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Värmdö kayak sets a new standard for sustainable design in water sports, with cork innovation at its core

Värmdö kayak sets a new standard for sustainable design in water sports, with cork innovation at its core

This all natural and high-performance cork material - engineered for advanced composite applications - offers a combination of lightweight strength, thermal insulation and vibration damping, which are all essential for a demanding marine environment.The result is a kayak that not only performs on water, but also reflects a forward-thinking approach to materials and manufacturing. A clear example of how innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand. 🏆 Product of the Year 2025 @ Paddle Sports Show🏆 Best Sea/Touring Kayak 2024 @ Paddling Magazine - Full Article by Amorim, click here - "We are really proud and honored to receive...

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