Weekly Recap 6/28/2016
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Summary
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. I Don’t Care If You Can Swim, I’ll Take You Stand Up Paddling
Heat Score - 70
I have 17 years of water safety experience. I love fear and respect the water. I have the skills I need to teach swimmers and non-swimmers alike. My SUP 101 class is open to all. That means, I’m ready for anything, even those who don't know how to swim... Read more HERE.
4. SUP Athletes Compete For The First Time At 2016 Yukon River Quest
Heat Score - 79
For the first time in its 18 year history, stand up paddlers have been invited to compete and participate in the in the 2016 Yukon River Quest. In the first year of being invited to the Yukon River Quest stand up paddle boarding (SUP) will be in the event as an experimental category and has attracted some of the world’s most renowned adventure and endurance stand up paddlers. Read more about it HERE.
3. Baxter & Honscheid Win In Dramatic Fashion In Germany
Heat Score - 86
After ratings leaders Fiona Wylde and Casper Steinfath took victory in the Sprints during harsh weather on Saturday, Sunday cleared up and provided excellent conditions for the distance race where Michael Booth and Sonni Honscheid pushed through to take the win. After the two races Connor Baxter and Sonni Honscheid claimed the overall win for the second stop of the Stand Up World Series. Read all about the event HERE.
2. Paddle Boarding Amelia Island, Florida
Heat Score - 95
Amelia Island is to many a unique and somewhat secret gem along the Atlantic coast of northern Florida. The island has a long and rich history being ruled under 8 different flags including France, Spain and yes, a pirate. Being similar in size to Manhattan the island is surprisingly diverse and contains an abundance of wildlife, un-crowded beaches and scenic vistas all making Amelia Island a true SUP destination. Learn all about Amelia Island HERE.
1. 5 Mistakes Beginner Paddle Boarders Should Avoid
Heat Score - 99
We all make mistakes, especially as a beginner in anything new that we try. Stand up paddle boarding is no different and as one of the fastest growing sports in the world, there are tons of newbies that are participating in the sport on a daily basis. To help these newbies from committing the same mistakes that we've all fallen victim to, here are some of the top mistakes to avoid as a beginner paddle boarder.
Photo Of The Week
Photo via: Meghan Roberts
Description: This photo, taken by Nix Souness, is me paddling along the giant glacier walls in Antarctica as a storm was rolling in with high winds. I was taking the Captain of our ship out for his first SUP paddle ever as the weather began to change. It was one of the most beautiful places I've paddles.
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