The 2017 Christmas season is upon us! Though its cold and possibly snowy in many areas, we can still think about summer and being on the water. Anyone who knows someone who owns a SUP board knows they love it, … Continued
Normally when you think about pitching a tent, its to sleep under the stars on solid ground. But then where’s the fun in that when you can sleep on the water instead! The Shoal Tent by the … Continued
Paddling a SUP on open water is an experience like no other, but when you want to start exploring other waterways, there are a number of things you must keep in mind. Going into rivers and streams add excitement and … Continued
Most SUPs you get – either buying your own or renting one – should come with an ankle leash, or the option to put on on. It is probably one of the most important pieces of equipment to go … Continued
One of the joys of being on a paddle board is the view – you get to see into clear water from higher up than a kayak, if you venture out far enough the coastline could be amazing, and who … Continued
This paddleboarder just off the coast of New Zealand is super lucky with an encounter with a playful Killer Whale. And it shows why its great to invest in a GoPro or something similar for your own adventures!
When you’re first trying to stand up on a SUP it can be quite daunting. The board will feel like its trying to get out from under you. The same feeling happens when you’re on a board that is too … Continued
One of the benefits that touring on a sup vs a kayak or canoe is the mobility of the board, not to mention the feeling of standing on water! But with this, there is very limited space for your ‘stuff’, … Continued
This is the 4th part of our Intro to SUP series. Jump right in here, or read the previous articles first: A Beginner’s Guide to Stand Up Paddle Boarding – Part 1: How to Choose the Right Board A Beginner’s … Continued
Standup paddlers love getting close to nature. Its one of the great reasons for using a paddleboard. Sometimes though, nature gets closer than you want, which is the case of these two paddlers who accidentally disturb two manatees. We’ve never … Continued