Italy pre Season sessions - Kayaking down the Devils slide 

A great loss to the community. Bren was not only a talented kayaker and great videomaker, but also someone I genuinely enjoyed listening to talk about his passion. He'll be missed.

Saturday, 18 May 2024 Woke up this morning to be informed that the great Bren Orton was lost on the Melezza river in Switzerland doing that which he became so renowned for in the Whitewater kayaking world. It was my joy to meet with Bren briefly in Augsburg 2022. What a profound loss to all his family and friends throughout the world. R.I.P. Bren…never to be forgotten.

I met Bren in 2013 in Uganda. None of us knew who he was at the time as it was before he blew up, but the instant we saw him on Nile special we knew we were watching an amazing paddler. Then we got to chat with him and realized he was also an amazing guy, so nice and humble, just loved kayaking and living life to the fullest. Mate, you will be sorely missed by everyone. thoughts to his friends and family. RIP Bren

Rest easy you absolute legend. We as a community thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all you have done for the sport, and for being a true inspiration to so many.

Rest in peace Bren. You will be remembered as one of the best kajakers in the world (and not only the skills on the river will be remembered. Especially your personality. Truly a great loss.

Bren is gone? How can that be? Tears for Bren. This is hard. Really hard, and I don't know what to say. I just don't know what to say. He was so kind and so encouraging, and had such a love for life. This can't be right. I'm going to sleep now, and when I wake up, this will all have been a bad dream.

I was just about to comment of the best kayak video of the year and instead I was confronted with the unbelievable news that one of the best paddlers and film makers are missing. I haven't believed for hours that Bren is no longer there. I wish his family a lot of strength and comfort.

I have never even met Bren and yet over the last month i’ve felt so much sadness and shock at his death for some reason. I guess it’s because Bren and Adrian, this channel, are what got me into kayaking. I’ve seen Bren do so much wild and crazy stuff on the river. He was one of the absolute best kayakers in the world, i foolishly thought he was invincible on the water. That nothing could ever touch someone like him. This has given me a renewed respect for white water. Bren, even though i didn’t know you, your videos have brought so much joy to my life. They inspired me to get out on the water myself and start paddling. Miss you man.

He was one of the reasons I started kayaking. I watched him freefalling off waterfalls, and it inspired me to do the same. Bren was my inspiration. I’ve seen most of his clips, and I’ll miss his productions, narration, and attitude toward life. He truly lived life to the fullest. Unfortunately, we’ll never have anyone who comes close to being as talented a producer and filmmaker as he was. I’ll miss his clips and stories. Even though I didn’t know him personally (we met once or twice, saying hi), he’ll forever be my legend-a source of inspiration

Bren was not just a top-class boater, but also a human that has and will always inspire many. His passion for "everything" kayaking was always evident on the water. Until next time my friend .. JD

RIP Bren, One of the World's Best, A True Brother We will ALL miss you Mate!!

It's devastating and just unbelievable that he's gone. He was such a great spirit.

What a tragedy! I met Bren very briefly while we coincidentally stayed in cabins next to each other in Slovenia. He was super friendly and seemed like a really nice guy. He had a huge smile on his face the whole week. Rest easy Bren, you'll be missed.🖤

Rest in piece Bren your with the kayak hero’s now the day I met you at nene was the best day of my life rip 🙏

Rest in peace, Brendan, so sorry for your family and friends. I loved your videos. They were such an inspiration for me as a medium class 4 kajaker. Keep charging in heaven❤❤❤Peter from Austria

RIP Bren - I was a whitewater boater until I was nearly killed in a climbing accident and my injuries really ended my kayaking. Your videos gave me so much stoke! Gone far too soon & my heart goes out to your family and friends. Thanks for all the amazing whitewater videos from places I'll never see & rapids I was never good enough to kayak - I lived a little vicariously thru you and your boating.

Rest in peace 🙏 what a legend of the sport you will be missed greatly... prayers for your family

Will miss you Bren. Bren was one of the few that had an open invitation to stay anytime he liked at the retreat. And for good reason. This season when a guest asked if I could get Bren to paddle with him and his GF I told Bren he didn't have to. Bren said, "no... it's totally fine. I'll be happy to go down the lower with him and David will goto help too." Always working out, working on an edit, smiling and just buena onda. So sad we won't get to host you for the Pucon high season. Much love to all that were lucky enough to hang out with you brother.

I'll miss you, my favorite Pro kayaker .

Devastated - I haven’t kayaked in years, but Bren’s filming and storytelling, plus his obvious joyous outlook on life kept me hooked on these vids. Condolences to his family and friends.

So sad to hear this... You've inspired me during all my kayaking years with your passion... Crazy to think that is the last of your awesome edit's.... Such a big lost to the Whitwater community , RIP Bren !!!😥

Once a living legend, now a legend amongst legends.

The Acheron has a new ferryman Oh Bren! It is still inconceivable to me that you are no longer with us. I imagine how surprised you must have been yourself when you realized that you would not win this battle, that your motto, "Never grow old" would come true. I am infinitely sad, because in my imagination, if we had met on the river at some point, I would have waved and been so happy and probably told everyone. I listened to your podcast again and will miss your "wa-er", your laughter, your joy of kayaking and your clever thoughts that inspired me. Your commitment to the sport, the next generation and the environment is missing, the gap will remain. I hope that those kayakers who have gone before you have welcomed you and that they will become mentors for your new task. Because there will be many more to follow, whom you will guide safely across the Acheron. And when there's nothing to do, I hope you find time to paddle the rivers of the underworld, plunge down a few waterfalls and become the sickest and best kayaker you can be there.

That part when he was underwater before the "ad "came up, scared me since we now know what we know. Bren, you were incredible at kayaking and making videos but you were more incredible as a human. Thanks for taking us along on your beautiful journey. RIP.

legend of white water kayaking that I have followed since I started sailing, thank you for your motivation and your energy.. ❤RESPECT THE RIVER❤

Heard about it one hour ago, felt really strange to watch this vid knowing that he's missing. One of the best guys in the sport, so genuinly humble and kind. ❤️

Complete revolutionary. So thankful for all that Bren has done for the sport, and for his record and communication. Congratulations on communicating your passion to the world.

Rest in peace Bren. You've inspired so many kayakers worldwide. A great loss to us all.

RIP Bren. You were an Inspiration.

God bless you Bren. You'll be missed and you've inspired so many whitewater kayakers out there. You'll never be forgotten. Keep sending it and inspiring us from the other side.

RIP….. what a loss of a fearless charger!

this hit me like a rock.

I ve started kayaking 3 years ago thanks to Brens and Senders great videos. As I am becoming better and better I see how much Bren is great kayaker. Unfortunatelly it has been only 3 years and I see so many terrible accidents that were even experienced personal. Feels strange. Be safe out there all of you. Nothing can beat that feeling to sit by the fire with a group o friends after everyone gets out of water safely. I wish Brans family and frends to absorb the terible pain, I am sure he would not want you to suffer of his loss.

I‘m so sad this great athlete died close by where I live. Rest in peace and condolences to his family, all his friends and everyone he touched with his passion 💔

Rest in peace. He died doing what he loved which is a great gift.

Miss you Bren! Your videos are an inspiration to a new generation of paddlers and your charisma and smile turns any cold day on the water to one of the greatest memories!

Rest easy you absolute legend.

And the award for best advertisement in a RU-vid video 2024 goes to Bren Orton, sick edit boys.

What a loss, to the world a great guy and an extraordinary talent I'm absolutely gutted. God bless😢

I feel so sad about Bren, his energy and sike was infectious. prayers for his friends and family.

Rest in peace Bren, always out with that big, bright smile.

一直关注Bren，我也有着和Bren一模一样的一艘scorch。一直以来把他当作我的偶像，一位从来未曾谋面的好友。听到这个消息以来真的很难过，希望在另一个世界能继续有你所爱之事陪着你，安息吧Bren🕯️

outstanding humble and talented. It just demonstrates on what level these sportsmen are. The line between total joy or disaster is so narrow on this level. A great inspiration and character is no longer..

I still can't get my head around the fact bren has gone. The senders are the reason I got bk into kayaking. Also, bren was the one who advised me what kayak to buy. You will be missed, bro.

I'm in shock. Just heard the news. Such a big inspiration and great spirit taken by the thing he loved most. You'll be forever missed!

I loved watching your videos. Rest in peace ❤

RIP to a legend

we'll miss you bren ❤ 🌊

Just heard the news down here at Stoney Fest on the east coast, and everyone here is absolutely devastated. I'm still hoping that this is just a bad dream that I've yet to wake up from, absolutely cannot believe he's gone... Bren was one of the major reasons I stared paddling in the first place after seeing his Zambezi videos, and even though I never knew Bren personally, he was one of my heros and I am heartbroken

3:50 -- _"Did you see the Frenchie humping his way out of that pin?"_ -- A very witty chap, it is sad to hear of Bren's passing.

One of the best. He will be missed

Om shanti to absolutely great person who motivated and inspired all of us.

So sad I was chatting to him in Cardiff last year he was having great craic at the park jam. R.I.P Bren 😢

Rest in heaven Bren we all going to miss you 💔🕊️

A lot of hearts are hurting right now, the whitewater community has lost such a brilliant light. Thanks for sharing your stoke with us all Bren.

Lots of love Bren ❤️ your a smashing man.

Row In Paradise! Blessings Physically, Mentally, Spirituality + Emotionally

I didn't know him before the news but I just see your last episode and you seemed to me I really grate man.I'm so sorry!

RIP Bren.

The legend ❤

Best edits ever ❤

I just learned the horrible news. Condolences to Bren's friends and family. I'd always wanted to meet him when he was in the PNW, having lived in UK for a year in 68-69, and having pioneered some of the creeks and rivers they ran at high water, up here in the 80's and 90's.I was somewhat relieved when it appeared Adrin was taking a step back, Dane got married,,,but you could count on Bren to keep Sending content. What a shame.

Rest easy Bren you will be missed

We'll miss you Bren. (Ottawa Valley)

The music and drone shots were epic!!

Thanks Bren.

R.I.P Bren you will always be remembered

Just received the word today of Brens passing. What a shock! Truly a loss to our paddling community and to the world. Though I never met him in person. His videos, tutorials, advice and the occasional chat on line. It was clear he was a young man who knew how to live. Soaking up all life had to give, and giving as much back in kind. You will be missed brother. But your spirit will continue in those who loved you and those you inspired. Myself included. You’ve crossed over that last horizon line. May the adventures you discover beyond. Be as amazing if not greater than those you discovered here. And when I cross over someday, we will paddle together on that stellar river of sparkling unknown adventures to come. See you on the other side.

Great footage! The Sorba is such a spectacular run! Paddling in Valsesia (although running only the Sesia and Sermenza) during my first ever Alpine paddling holiday in 1993, I remember looking at the Sorba and wondering what kind of superhuman kayaker would be able to kayak it. I certainly didn't think that I was ever going to be that proficient. 🙂 I did get to become quite a bit better kayaker later on, but those memories did come back quite vividly when viewing this video. Thank you for that!

your videos are always entertaining 😂❤

RIP Bren...

Send it bren rip 🙏

😢😢😢😢 Oh Bren, this will never feel real. RIP 💙💖

Can’t believe the news. Devastated

Hii lovely bren,adrin ❤️🙏 i always waiting for your video🙏❤️

Un idol parti trop tops😢🕊️

rest easy brother

Another great video can’t wait to paddle again now 😂

RIP dude xxx

RIP Bren 😢

An incredible loss..

Epic footage. Keep up the good work. Made small donation. Thank you. 🙏

Great video love it 👍

You Will be missed

Sad..😢RIP Bren ..lived to the fullest bro

❤

Happy birthday bren

Awesome!

Love watching your videos and the stoke you bring to the kayaking community! Just wondering why Adrian hasn’t been in the videos for a while?

True legend ❤ 😭

I wouldn't know half the shit i know about boating without you man! you will be so fucking missed. a brown claw for you all day everyday!

❤❤❤

Rip sir 😢🚣

kayaker underwater.....muffled sound... spongebob....awsome video!!!!!!!

4:06 xD

Just gutted.

Had to comment. Never met Bren, but feel him as a friend. SO SORRY.❤

RIP💔

DEP 🙏❤️