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5 Of Our Favorite Paddling Spots In Southern California
If you don’t know, now you know – Southern California offers some of the best paddle boarding spots in the United States. From Coronado to Catalina Island, there are an abundance of amazing places to cruise on your SUP. Lucky for you, we picked out the best five.
EuroTour 2026 Explodes Into Action at Boot Düsseldorf
EuroTour SUP 2026 kicks off at Boot Düsseldorf with elite indoor sprints, back-to-back wins, breakout performances, and rising junior talent.
Weekly Recap 01/27/2026
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.
3 Foundational Tips For Stand Up Paddle Yoga
Breathe. Focus. Center. Regardless of experience level, always check in with your breath first. Why? Our breath is always real and honest with us.
Food Eco-friendly Paddlers Should Avoid
The food you ingest doesn’t only impact on your health, but that of the ocean, too – and without a healthy ocean, there isn’t somewhere for SUP enthusiasts to enjoy.
Tips To Improve Your SUP Surf Performance
Now that you’re hooked to the feeling of riding waves you’re probably ready to step it up and start improving your skills.
Paddle Boarding Vancouver, British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia is widely regarded as one of the prettiest and most comfortable places in North America to spend time outdoors. Granted it’s fairly far north, so it’s quite cold for much of the year. But from spring through the early fall season, it’s mostly lovely outside, and as a result it’s something of a haven for travelers seeking outdoor activity.
6 Fishing Tips From The Pros
Here, we’ve caught up with some of the SUP fishing pros from Vibe Kayaks to share some helpful tips and tricks that should give you a nice jumpstart into your new favorite hobby.
Weekly Recap 01/20/2026
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.
7 Safety Tips for Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Today we're going to cover 7 tips that go a long way towards making your time paddling safer for you and others.
SUP Pictures By Descubre Sin Limites
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 photographers José and Laura of Descubre Sin Limites.
Could Your Shoulder Pain Be Shoulder Impingement?
The shoulder/upper arm is the most frequently injured area for stand up paddlers, accounting for 33% of all major injuries among people practicing this sport, as found in a study published in the Orthopaedic Journal of Sports Medicine.
7 SUP Wonders Of The World
There are places in this world that are truly something special and stand out above the rest. For standup paddle boarding (SUP) there are such places that deserve recognition and we’re dubbing them the 7 SUP Wonders of the World.
SUP Foil 101: Tips To Make SUP Foil Surfing Easier
Learning to foil surf can be both frustrating and intimidating. Here are a few tips from my own experience that helped me progress my skill level really fast.
Weekly Recap 01/13/2026
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.
Must Have Gear For SUP Fishing
SUP Fishing is quickly becoming one of the go-to ways to have some fun on your stand-up paddle board and for good reason, it’s FUN!
Is It Worth Getting An iSUP?
iSUPs are a popular choice for many paddlers, but is it worth getting an inflatable paddle board instead of a composite?
5 Tips To Help You Have A Successful SUP Race
With the SUP racing season right around the corner we thought it best to supply you with some tips that can help you have a successful race come race day.
Must-Visit SUP Destinations for 2026
From Sweden’s serene lakes to Kenya’s tropical coastlines, 2026’s top paddleboarding destinations span Europe and Asia—highlighting the Algarve, Lake Bled, South Korea, and Okinawa as must-visit SUP spots worldwide.
SUP Surfing - Things To Know
We wanted to look into the essentials of what the average SUP surfer needs to know, so we asked none other than SUP surfing extraordinaire Sean Poynter.
Weekly Recap 01/06/2026
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.
Clothing And Its SUP Performance Impact
For some, SUP is a lighthearted frolic in the water, whereas for others, it’s a serious fitness regime; as the LA Times have noted, simply maintaining good posture during SUP is a serious workout.
What Is River Surfing?
What is river surfing? If you find yourself asking this question then here we have the answer for you! River surfing expert Alex Mauer dives into this question and explains not only what river surfing is but how it differs from surfing in the ocean and more!
The Best Tech For Recording Your SUP Adventures
For those who want to preserve their adventures paddleboarding while still living in the moment, video recording may just be the way to go.