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Weekly Recap 5/9/2017

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Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding. If you’ve got anything newsworthy, weird or worth reading about, don’t be shy to share the scoop with us via e-mail. 

5. Champs Emerge at 2nd Annual SUP Polo Tournament

 

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Heat Score - 63

In the UK, there is a growing number of SUP Polo enthusiasts and on the 23rd April, the second annual SUP Polo competition was organised by the Blue Chip Sup Club at the Guildford Lido, in the UK. Read more about the tournament HERE.

 

 

 

 

 

4. Popular TV Show ‘Facing Waves’ Looking for Host

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Heat Score - 71

Love paddling and traveling the world? Want to get paid to paddle and travel the world? Popular web and TV series, Facing Waves, is looking for a new host to join the show. More details HERE.

 

3. APP World Title Race Intensifies At Japan ProAm

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Heat Score - 84

Enoshima Beach provided the perfect backdrop for world-class racing. With strategy, endurance and ocean knowledge all playing into equation for the Contenders, the World's best stepped up to the challenge. Read the full recap from the event HERE.

 

2. ISA and APP World Tour Announce Historic Partnership

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Heat Score - 89

The International Surfing Association (ISA) and the Association of Paddlesurf Professionals (APP) World Tour are proud to announce a partnership that will mark a new era in the leadership and development of the sport of StandUp Paddle (SUP) worldwide. More details HERE.

1. The Common Misconception of Stance

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Heat Score - 97

Recently while at the beach and during retreats I’ve noticed a common error in people paddle surfing in the line-up: their stance. Stance in the line-up is one of the main important items we teach at our SUP ‘n’ Surf Retreats. Why? Find out HERE.

Photo Of The Week

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Photo via: Michael Kearns

Description: Another shot from the kicking Horse River. Funny how beer tastes better after an adventure eh!?

If you'd like to be selected for Photo Of The Week, enter via the Supconnect Photo of the Year Contest. 

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