The clever fellows at Clavey Paddlesports like to say they're a simple sort—three men, some dogs, and a whole lot of boats. Well, be that as it may, their boats are anything but simple. Sleek, beautiful and beautifully designed, their kayaks are made to stand up to the most rugged and challenging conditions and still maintain their integrity. In fact, the company takes its name from Clavey Falls, one of California's great whitewater rapids. And like their namesake, Clavey's boats are tough, durable, enduring and wondrously sleek and beautiful. Along with kayaks, Clavey's also sells whitewater rafting equipment, rafting and kayaking clothes, car racks, camping supplies and more. Call for their tour schedule and more information about their kayaking classes.
River Rat Mountain Bikes is a longtime Fair Oaks institution for the serious biking enthusiast, offering sales, rentals and bike repair services. It stocks respected makes and models, like the Ibis Mojo bike or the Rocky Mountain Slayer, as well as cycling accessories, seats and repair kits. Overhead, repaired bikes hang waiting for customer pickup. In the summer, there is an outdoor raft rental counter, and rafters can sign up for catered raft and shuttle trips to Ancil Hoffman Park. Whether cruising on a bike or walking a raft, its a short trip down Pennysvannia Avenue to access the American River Parkway and its miles of bike trails.