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7 Physical & Mental Benefits of Whitewater SUPing

July 13, 2025 by Mark Armstrong

Take your paddle board out to some white-water rapids or big waves and you have a really exciting challenge on your hands. In these circumstances, you’ll get to experience the true excitement and beneficial qualities of whitewater paddle boarding.

How to Practice Paddleboarding Safely When You Have Diabetes

July 12, 2025 by Jennifer Dawson

If you have diabetes, SUP is emerging as a great sport that you can enjoy without fear and even excel at it if you have what it takes. However, just like any other physical activity that involves aerobic, sprint, or resistance training, SUP can be risky to your health as...

Tips On Getting In The Water With Your Paddle Board

July 11, 2025 by Sean Poynter

In the second episode to debut from SUP Surf Tips with stand up paddle surfing expert Sean Poynter, Sean teaches us how to safely get you and your stand up paddle board in and out of the water. See Sean's Tips below:

Paddle Boarding Israel

July 10, 2025 by Amit Inbar

I bet you never thought of Israel as a great destination for SUP, surf, windsurf and kite! You’ll be surprised to discover in this article the wide variety and unique conditions Israel has to offer.

Shuri Araki and Hirata Otono Take Victory in Seoul

July 8, 2025 by Staff

The 2025 Seoul SUP Open marked a historic debut for the APP World Tour in Korea’s vibrant capital, delivering high-stakes racing and breakout performances on the Han River.

Paddle Boarding Israel
I bet you never thought of Israel as a great destination for SUP, surf, windsurf…
Best Places To Go Paddling In Monter…
Thanks to its excellent location and the longest coastline in the state of California, Monterey County…

Paddle Boarding Saanich Peninsula, B…
If you're looking for an incredible paddleboarding experience the Saanich Peninsula is the place for…
SUP in the City of Brotherly Love: P…
Philadelphia is the birthplace of our nation and holds a beautiful amount of history, even…

7 Hot Spots on West Coast, USA
It’s safe to say that a major part of the stand up paddle (SUP) industry…
Paddle Boarding Tampa, Florida
Built around the beautiful Caribbean Gulf and the shores of Clearwater, St Petersburg and the…

10 Reasons You’ll Love Paddleboardin…
Get ready for an exciting adventure! It's time to grab your paddleboard and slide into…
Paddle Boarding Central Idaho, U.S.A…
Aptly known as the “Whitewater State,” Idaho boasts more navigable river miles than any other…

Paddle Boarding Destin, Florida
Destin is a small city situated on the Emerald Coast of Florida. Boasted by multiple…
Paddle Boarding San Pietro Island, I…
If crystal waters, white sand beaches, and fresh coastal cuisine are your cup of tea…

4 Hot Spots In Southern Oregon
The whole state of Oregon is absolutely beautiful, but the Rogue Valley certainly ranks at…
Paddle Boarding Stuart, Florida
The state of Florida in the United States is a paddle boarding gold mine. With…

5 Budget-Friendly SUP Vacation Tips
Today we're looking at ways to trim the fat off a hefty price tag while…
Paddle Boarding Annapolis, Maryland
Annapolis, the state capital of Maryland, and commonly known as “America’s sailing capital, has been…

Gold Coast SUP Paradise
When you think of Australia you may think of surfing big waves and diving the…
Paddle Boarding Lake Powell
Lake Powell is one of the world’s top SUP destinations. The incredible canyons and natural…

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Paddle for Mothers: Compete for Causes Launches Challenge to Aid Homeless Moms
Paddleboarders and fitness enthusiasts unite this May to raise $50,000 for Father Joe's Villages' Saint Margaret of Cortona Harbor Program.
Niphean Launches Ambassador Search for North American Paddleboard Instructors
Niphean, a paddleboard brand recognized for its commitment to innovation and quality, is excited to announce the launch of its new Ambassador Program.
Phonecases3D Joins Starboard’s Award-Winning Eco-Actions and Community Impact
Phonecases3D, the official phonecase supplier to major sports clubs such as Manchester City and FC Barcelona, has partnered with Starboard.
One-Design Rule for Junior SUP Racers—A Game-Changer or a Setback?
In a sweeping move aimed at leveling the playing field and reducing the financial burden on junior competitors, the ICF has introduced a new rule mandating that all junior participants at the World Championships must race on a standardized…

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SUP Pictures By Nicholas Spooner

We all can appreciate a good photo when we see one and in the Supconnect Photographer Series, we do just that. We connect with exceptional photographers in and out of the stand up paddle boarding world and showcase some of their many fantastic photos. This week, we are stoked to highlight adventure and landscape photographer Nicholas Spooner from Montreal, Canada.

SUP Pictures by Tinu Müller

25 Of Our Favorite Male Pro SUP Instagrams

Instagram is one of our favorite social media platforms to hang out on. We love the image-based platform and the accessibility of being able to see what our favorite athletes are up to. With Instagram we get to follow along with them on their adventures around the world and we want you to follow along too! Here are 25 of the best male professional paddlers worth following on Instagram.

20 Awesome Photos From 2019

2019 has been a year to remember in the world of stand up paddling. Now, with the new year right around the corner, we wanted to say our proper goodbyes to an epic 2019 with a roundup of some of the most awesome photos from the year. Check out 20 of the best SUP photos from 2019.

25 Of Our Favorite Female Pro SUP Instagrams

So long Facebook, hello Instagram! Here are 25 of the best female professional paddlers worth following on Instagram: