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Weekly Recap 08/04/2026
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.
Tips For Improving Your Sup Fishing Skills
Stand up paddle boarding is becoming increasingly popular. It’s an excellent workout, as well as a tranquil and fun way to get out into the fresh air and experience nature. If you’re an angler, it’s only natural to mix the two together. Fishing from your SUP can be challenging, but at the same time it’s a fun and unique twist on your regular fishing.
How Paddle Boarding Could Save Your Eyes
Eyes getting worse? Myopia, loss of vision, and vision problems are on the rise. Could it be our constant use of smartphone screens, tablet screens, and computer screens? And did you know stand up paddling can actually help?
Best Carb Choices For Very Active Paddlers
Carbohydrates are a vital component of a healthy, balanced diet, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). They are also the primary source of fuel for nearly all types of exercise, including paddling, and are an essential dietary component for both athletic performance and overall wellbeing.
Paddle Boarding Lake Powell
Lake Powell is one of the world’s top SUP destinations. The incredible canyons and natural landscapes are unlike anywhere else on earth. You may have seen photos of the amazing red rock cliffs and beautiful, crystal clear, warm water but there is nothing like experiencing it in person. With an average depth of 300 feet, there is no shortage of water here.
6 Ways To Help Speed Up Recovery While You Are Injured
SUP racing World Champion, Seychelle, is no stranger to injury so we reached out to her to get her tips and advice on how you can help to speed up recovery while you’re injured to get you back on the water as soon as possible.
Weekly Recap 07/28/2026
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.
What’s For Supper? Keto Supports Healthy Bodies On The Water
Keto diets are taking over the athletic world, followed by such famously fit people as Tim Tebow and Jillian Michaels. There’s no doubt stand up paddleboarders are athletes, and with SUP growing in popularity and competitiveness, it's no wonder that many paddlers are also turning to a ketogenic (keto) diet to improve their fitness and endurance.
How To Choose Your First Sup
Buying your first paddle board can be a challenge. Stand up paddle boards (SUP) aren’t cheap, and a first time buyer can quickly be overwhelmed by all of the options and variations that exist in the market place.
1 Week Left to Vote - 2026 Supconnect Awards
The countdown is on. With just one week remaining, voting for the 2026 Supconnect Awards is entering its final stretch as paddlers from around the world rally behind the athletes, brands, retailers, and industry professionals who have helped shape the sport over the past year.
The Best Places for Paddle Boarding in Mauritius
Those looking for exceptional paddle-boarding experiences will love Mauritius. The beautiful island offers plenty of calm waters, stunning natural surroundings and an array of fantastic beaches, providing an ideal setting for this popular activity.
5 Basic Sup Yoga Poses For Beginners
Dashama Gordon is one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement and together with her sponsor Starboard SUP, Dashama has come out with a series of SUP Yoga tutorials where she shares some standup paddle board yoga tips.
Weekly Recap 07/21/2026
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.
Sup Photos By James Kao
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 photographer James Kao from Redondo Beach, California.
Could Caffeine Boost Your Sup Performance?
Did you start today with a cup of coffee? Most of us already enjoy a daily cup of Joe, with around 64 percent of Americans drinking at least one cup of coffee each day. But while Americans may drink the most coffee in the world, coffee can be much more than just part of your morning routine.
Sup Fitness: How Many Calories Does Paddle Boarding Burn?
How many calories do you burn while paddleboarding? Find out below.
Matching Sup With Sporting Joy: The World's Best Sporting & Paddle Boarding Locations
As SUP enthusiasts know, the sport is fun because of just how flexible it is. Anywhere there’s a body of water, SUP can be undertaken, though of course still surfaces are favored by most enthusiasts. Choice and affordability for amateurs, pros, and everyone in between continues to broaden.
How To Pick Your Sup Surf Break
In episode four of Sean Poynter’s How-to SUP series, Sean gives us tips on how to choose your SUP surf break.
Weekly Recap 07/14/2026
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.
Tips For Paddle Boarding During Pregnancy
Here, we caught up with World Champion Paddle Boarder Seychelle during her own journey to motherhood to share some tips for paddle boarding during pregnancy.
Essential First Aid Tips For Paddleboarding
Over 2.8 million Americans have taken up SUP or stand up paddle boarding, attracted by the opportunity to paddle calm sheltered water or surf the waves at the beach. It's a great way to enjoy a day on the water by yourself or with friends. If you follow the rules and have had some experience on the water, you should be able to enjoy a day of SUPing worry-free.
5 Destinations For Sup Fly Fishing In North Carolina
Fishing on a stand up paddleboard is one thing, but fly fishing from a SUP is different. It takes ultimate focus and know-how to have the finesse to cast a fly and the balance to stay upright, all while battling the surrounding conditions. When done in harmony, these two skills have the potential to yield some incredible results.
10 Tips For Paddling With High Anxiety Dogs
Learn 10 practical tips for safely paddleboarding with anxious dogs. Build your dog's confidence on the water while making every SUP adventure more enjoyable.
17th Annual Supconnect Awards Kick Off, Honoring Excellence in Paddleboarding
Supconnect is proud to announce the launch of the 17th Annual Supconnect Awards, continuing the paddleboarding industry's longest-running awards program celebrating the people, products, brands, and retailers that continue to shape the future of stand-up paddling.