We used to refer to the Darkroom as a program. A space dedicated to prototyping, shaping, and testing badass BOTE products. A haven for the creative and mildly unhinged. But over time, the Darkroom has evolved.

The all-new Dock Hangout is floating proof. Shaped like a crescent moon—or a doughnut with a bite taken out of it depending on how hungry you are—the Hangout is specifically designed for one thing and one thing only: total relaxation.

Innovation is the name of the game at BOTE. And resting on laurels, no matter how buoyant they might be, isn't in our DNA. The reimagined LONO is one such example.

Revisit some of BOTE's favorite stories to get a glimpse at what living the BOTE lifestyle is all about.

BOTE Beer: The Journey Beer and stand up paddle boarding go together like sugar-white sand and clear emerald water (or peanut butter and jelly). When a BOTE stand up paddle board innovation comes to fruition in the DarkRoom, we cheer with a beer. When our customers pop into one of...

Many of our Rac systems are compatible with a variety of boards in our fleet, but they each offer different features that appeal to a variety of SUP fishing styles and needs.

SUP Camping: What To Pack There are a few really great things about SUP camping: First, it gives you killer access to pristine natural areas you might not otherwise reach via car camping or even backpacking. Second, it’s a journey trip, which adds an explorative expedition quality to the paddle...

When it comes to fishing, duck hunting, and other outdoor activities where your surroundings dictate the exact gear and mindset you'll need to have a good time, look no further than two brothers from Venice, LA, to give you a few pointers on how to do it right.

There are a couple things everyone can agree make America great: one, our national parks and, two, our highways. Because without the asphalt arteries to get you there it would be damn near impossible to get to the most pristine natural areas this country has to offer.