http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz en-us Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:15:08 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/150335/the-stellar-rapid-s-multisport-racing-kayak-returns-to-new-zealand/ The Rapid-S came from the desire to go fast down class 1 and 2 rapids in New Zealand. The hull shape is derived from the popular SES with the flexible, yet stiff, multi-sport construction to bounce off the river bottom. The bow deck has a streamlined high volume shape to shed water when punching through rapids to keep you moving on the backside. Over stern rudders kick-up out of the way when they run aground, a must for shallow waters! The Rapid-S is a beast on the flat water too, moving very fa... Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:22:29 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post150335 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/149285/kiwi-success-at-the-2025-international-rowing-challenge/ The inaugural International Rowing Challenge (IRC) delivered elite-level action from start to finish this past week in Ypsilanti, Michigan, uniting U19 athletes from New Zealand, the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Contested over 1500 meters and emphasising small boat proficiency, the IRC not only showcased global up-and-coming talent—but also underscored the reliability and performance of King Racing and WinTech Racing boats across disciplines.... Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:22:01 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post149285 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/148007/the-most-sustainable-boat-builder/ One of the greatest things about New Zealand is its pristine environment enjoyed by Kiwis and tourists alike. For anyone that loves boating, we're fortunate to enjoy some of the cleanest rivers, lakes and beaches in the world. However, population growth and industrialisation continue to threaten the environment. Generally speaking, boat building can be a process that produces a lot of waste and environmental contamination (aerosols, paint, sanding, carbon and fibreglass dust, etc.). Without stri... Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:55:53 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post148007 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/145053/weve-got-new-zealand-covered-with-burnham/ Aotearoa Boat Company is now the exclusive distributor for Burnham in New Zealand.Burnham prides itself on manufacturing top-quality, custom made products including boat covers, rigger bags, erg covers, oar covers, slings, and many other products that meet the demands of the rowing and surf ski community. All covers are hand made in the United States and can be ordered with custom colours and your team logo, boat name, or any sort of personalisation to mak... Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:20:48 +1300 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post145053 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/145050/pink-wheels-for-breast-cancer-awareness-month/ We’re fundraising to support the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ through the month of October. By ordering these limited edition pink seat wheels not only will your boat be looking flash this season, but 20% of the proceeds will be donated to Breast Cancer Foundation NZ. ... Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post145050 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/145054/welcoming-bont-rowing-to-aotearoa-boat-company/ Performance rowing shoes, rowing orthotics, and rowing sunglasses are now available to order in New Zealand through Aotearoa Boat Company. Bont Rowing has been leading the high performance rowing shoe industry since 2017 with a carbon fiber split-sole shoe designed specifically for the sport of rowing. All shoe parts are marine grade stainless steel and materials tested for salt water environments. They also offer three different level of shoes (BR1, BR2, and BR3) with price points starting at $... Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post145054 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/145052/the-benefits-of-a-shoe-quick-release-system/ The start of the rowing season is quickly approaching and for rowing coaches its that time of year to get stuck in and figure out what needs to be ordered. We stick our heads under the boats to take a look and that terrifyingly familiar stench hits us… the smell of rotting wet shoes that haven’t dried in months. They always seem to be falling apart or held together with zip ties and string to the point not even that will hold anymore. We then quickly realise all of our available funds need t... Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post145052 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/post/145051/success-at-nissc--maadi/ In our first year of business we’ve enjoyed getting to know WinTech customers and some of the athletes racing in our boats. We caught up with some up-and-coming young athlete’s who shared with us their success at the championships this year.Wentworth College’s Ella Rogers raced in a WinTech 1x and earned a bronze medal in the G U16 1x at NISSC this year and says her highlight was crossing the finish line and placing against such tough competition. When asked about her favourite thing about... Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.aotearoaboatcompany.co.nz/blog/#post145051