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2016 ACK Spring Kayak and Stand-Up Paddleboard Demo Days Announced


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Austin Canoe & Kayak (ACK) is excited to announce their annual Spring Demo Day events featuring over 90 kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards as well as educational clinics from industry experts.

Austin, Texas (March 22, 2016)- Outdoor retailer, Austin Canoe and Kayak (ACK), a division2016_Demodays_Spring_Color_Logo_Outlines of Summit Sports, LLC, announces its annual Spring Kayak and Stand Up Paddleboard Demo Days & Outdoor Expo. A total of four events will be held in various locations around Texas including Houston and San Marcos, April 9th and 10th and Austin and North Houston, April 16th and 17th.

ACK’s bi-annual Demo Days are designed to provide both expert and novice paddlers an opportunity to get out on the water and paddle over 90 kayaks, canoes and stand up paddleboards as well as attend a number of informative clinics hosted by industry experts. These educational and entertaining seminars take place throughout the day on both Saturday and Sunday and cover a wide range of topics ranging in topics from kayak fishing to paddling safety. Industry experts, ACK staff and representatives from major paddlesport manufacturers will be there to assist with picking out the perfect kayak, canoe or stand up paddleboard, answer any questions attendees may have and talk shop. This is the perfect time for the whole family to come out, enjoy some sunshine and hit the water!

“If you are looking to find your perfect-fit boat then the ACK Demo Days are something you definitely will want to participate in.” explains ACK Vice President of Marketing, Roland Jimenez. “The key to finding the kayak of your dreams is getting on the water and getting a true feel for how it paddles and how that affects your comfort level.Each paddler is different and these demo days help every individual find exactly what they need.”

ACK’s Kayak Demo Days are held every Spring and Fall. This event is free and open to the general public. Additional information and maps to each location can be found at www.austinkayak.com/demo.

About Summit Sports LLC
Summit Sports LLC owns and operates a number of outdoor action e-commerce sites, including www.ack.com, www.skis.com, www.snowboards.com and www.inlineskates.com along with nine physical stores in Michigan and Texas. Summit Sports is committed to offering best in class action sports shopping experiences both in-store and online by providing one the largest selections of quality outdoor gear brands, extensive resources and knowledge.

About Austin Canoe and Kayak (ACK)
Austin Canoe and Kayak (ACK) is an award-winning paddlesports and outdoor retailer dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, product selection and expertise. ACK is based in Austin, Texas area, operating its e-commerce store at www.AustinKayak.com and five physical locations in Austin, San Marcos, Spring, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas.

Contact Information:
Dayvee Brower-Warrell
Marketing Events Manager
512-318-2941
dayvee@summitsports.com