North Face Pumori Fleece Jacket

The North Face Pumori Polartec 200 series fleece is designed and constructed to zip into outer shells for increased warmth and added stability. Of course that’s not all this standard fit fleece is used for. Its ability to stand alone in cold winter conditions makes this North Face Pumori fleece and must have in any winter collection.

Pack & Paddle Wave Tee

We've been waiting for the new P&P tee shirts to arrive and they're finally here! The tees are the same high quality organic cotton shirts we've always used. The graphic, designed by Jared Jacob brings out the cool, funky feel of what our shop is all about.

The design is available in mens and womens in both long sleeve and short sleeve styles. We hope you love it as much as we do!

Olukai Arrives at Pack & Paddle

We're excited to introduce Olukai to Lafayette. This line of sandals and shoes are known for their comfort and durability. Here's what Olukai says about themselves:

The ocean is what grounds us.

It connects us to something beyond ourselves: our history, our community, our planet.

The islands are what inspire us.

We draw from the relaxed lifestyle, pure and diverse ecosystems, comfortable climate,
and close sense of family. OluKai was conceived from a desire to create a better class
of products for the life we live in and around the water.

And in every facet of our business, we’re committed to respecting the people and the environments we touch.

There is a strong tradition of giving an offering or tribute in Polynesian culture.
Our philosophy at OluKai is to support the efforts of those who continue to give back
to preserve local cultures and traditions.

We are committed to be environmentally responsible manufacturers as well as pledging
to actively support and work for a clean environment and a better quality of life.

We hope you'll stop by to check out the shoes today.

Costa Del Mar Sunglasses

What attracted us to carrying Costa Del Mar was their complete focus on sunglasses for use around the water. Because of the popularity of kayaking and especially Kayak Fishing, we wanted to offer a fishing sunglass that was second to none. After trying a pair out in the Biloxi Marsh last weekend, I think we made the right pick.
My initial impressions of my new Costa 580's were two: First off, they were incredibly light for a glass lens sunglass. I like glass lenses for their durability and optical clarity. However, glass lenses usually end up so heavy that they are not great for active sports. The 580's felt as light as non-glass lenses. The second impression what the amazing contrast the 580's gave me on the water. Everything looked cleaner, clearer and crisper.
As I worked back deep into the marsh I started noticing redfish everywhere. I think I had gotten used to not seeing them with my old glasses - so it took a little while to realize how easy they were to spot with my new Costa's. When I got back to a shallow pond, I saw a dozen or so fish tailing with their backs out of the water. As the tide rose, the fish were below the surface so I had to depend on my sunglasses to let me see through the glare of the water's surface. The 580's were nothing short of incredible for sight fishing. I would go as far as to say that it was a whole new game compared to my old polarized glasses.
If you are looking for the best performance on the water or off, come by and take a look at our huge selection of Costa Del Mar sunglasses.

Toms Shoes - Do Something Good Today!

In 2006, American traveler Blake Mycoskie befriended children in Argentina and found they had no shoes to protect their feet. Wanting to help, he created TOMS Shoes, a company that would match every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes given to a child in need. One for One. Blake returned to Argentina with a group of family, friends and staff later that year with 10,000 pairs of shoes made possible by TOMS customers.

Why Shoes?

Many children in developing countries grow up barefoot. Whether at play, doing chores or going to school, these children are at risk:

•A leading cause of disease in developing countries is soil-transmitted diseases, which can penetrate the skin through bare feet. Wearing shoes can help prevent these diseases, and the long-term physical and cognitive harm they cause.

•Wearing shoes also prevents feet from getting cuts and sores. Not only are these injuries painful, they also are dangerous when wounds become infected.

•Many times children can't attend school barefoot because shoes are a required part of their uniform. If they don't have shoes, they don't go to school. If they don't receive an education, they don't have the opportunity to realize their potential.

Stop by to see these unique shoes for both men and women!

Cablz Eyewear Retainer

Why wear other eyewear retainers that hang on your neck, soak up sweat, get dirty, stink and fray? Cablz® are unique in the way they do not lay on your neck, distract you or irritate your skin. Whether you are fishing, boating, golfing, hunting, running, biking, hiking, rock climbing, snow skiing, snowmobiling or just enjoying the great outdoors Cablz are the ideal eyewear retention system that will keep your eyewear secure and stylish.


Not to be confused with Croakies, Chums or other eyewear straps or eyeglass cords on the market today, Cablz are made of surgical grade steel cable, industrial strength rubber and other proprietary components. Cablz are the next generation in eyewear retention and are designed to handle hard work and active lifestyles.

How Cablz Were Invented
Necessity sparked invention for Ron Williams, an avid outdoorsman and inventor of Cablz® Eyewear. Williams, who has sold medical devices for more than two decades, was in a hurry when leaving a hospital parking deck one morning. When he turned his head to check for oncoming traffic, his fabric eyewear retainer snagged, knocking his sunglasses across his face. Frustrated, Ron snatched off his sunglasses, retainer and all, and tossed them to the floorboard. They landed in a duffle bag next to a surgical steel cable used to repair complex fractures, then Ron got a bright idea.

When he got home, Ron took the cable and some electrical tape and fashioned the first Cablz® prototype. He took some ribbing when he wore them to the office, but co-workers liked the idea. When he replaced the electrical tape with rubber, friends and colleagues began requesting Cablz® for themselves.

New P&P Decals

This graphic was designed by Jared Jacob of Salida, CO. We love the retro look! A shipment of stickers with this design just showed up - so you may want to look for one the next time you're in the store. Also look for tee shirts later this fall.