Peter Newton

Peter Newton was a kayaker who competed at three Olympic Games – 1992-2000. Between 1996-99 Newton won 15 US titles in various boats and over various distances. Newton also competed at three Pan American Games – 1991-99, and won seven medals, with four gold medals, both records (through 2017) for USA paddlers.

Educated at Western Washington University, Newton later went into graphic design. He worked for several years at Eddie Bauer (1997-2002) and then with REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.), starting in 2003. He also served on the USOC Athlete Advisory Council from 1996-2000.