SUP Tail Design 101
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SUP Tail Design 101

Have you ever wondered why the tail of your paddle board is flat and square while the ones down the beach have rounded tails? There is a reason for the different tail shapes, and it’s not just cosmetic. A SUP’s tail shape is integrally tied to how the board is designed to perform. So if you’re shopping for a new paddle board, it is worth paying attention to the shape of the tail.

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Mistakes To Avoid When Buying A Paddle
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Mistakes To Avoid When Buying A Paddle

When making your first paddle board purchase one of the most overlooked items is making sure you're getting a paddle that's the right fit for you and your needs on the water. During our #SupconnectLive interview with Zac Kauffman of Sawyer Paddles we checked with him to see what mistakes you should avoid when buying your first paddle.

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How To Get Back On Your Paddle Board After Falling
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How To Get Back On Your Paddle Board After Falling

Falling off of your paddle board is going to happen at some point or another when paddle boarding. It can be troublesome to get back on your SUP after falling if done incorrectly. Luckily, we have SUP expert Sean Poynter to help us with a few tips on how to get back up after we've fallen.

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Introducing Your Kids To Sup’ing
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Introducing Your Kids To Sup’ing

If you are keen to find an outdoor adventure that the entire family can enjoy, then pass on your love of stand up paddelboarding (SUP) to your children and you can look forward to enjoying the water together.

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5 Tips To Improve Paddle Stroke
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5 Tips To Improve Paddle Stroke

In stand up paddle boarding, having a good paddle stroke is crucial to seeing results and improving skill level. Many of stand up paddling's top athletes stress that the paddle stroke is one of the most important, if not the most important, tool to master when paddling.

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River Running Basics On A Sup
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River Running Basics On A Sup

Standup paddling on the river is an incredibly fun and different way to experience the sport. It is however a very different beast compared to flatwater and ocean paddling.

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How To Properly Fall Off Your Sup
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How To Properly Fall Off Your Sup

Falling off of our paddle boards is inevitable. It's part of the process, sometimes even part of the fun. There is however a right and a wrong way on falling off of our SUPs.

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How To Go On A Sup Expedition
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How To Go On A Sup Expedition

We recently connected with Bruce Kirkby to get the inside scoop on Starboard's Sprint Expedition. Today, we're back with some pro tips on how to go on a SUP expedition.

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The Perfect Valentine's Date Idea: Paddleboarding
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The Perfect Valentine's Date Idea: Paddleboarding

February 14 is the most romantic day of the year, at least according to all lovers of Valentines Day. It’s a day where sparks ignite, love is celebrated and lots and lots of chocolate is consumed. If you’re looking for an awesome date idea to take your loved one on consider standup paddle boarding.

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What Makes A Quality Sup?
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What Makes A Quality Sup?

With the explosion of stand up paddle boarding, many brands of SUP have appeared in the market. You can buy online, at specialty shops or sporting goods stores. You can even get them at big box stores. Prices vary from as little as $500 to over $3000.

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A Beginner's Guide To Sup Yoga
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A Beginner's Guide To Sup Yoga

Not only is Seychelle a top stand up paddle racer, she also is an expert stand up paddle yogi. When not training for a race or world record attempt you will likely find Seychelle channeling her inner chi and practicing and even teaching SUP yoga.

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