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Weekly Recap 06/09/2026
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.
Benefits Of Storing Gear In A Safe Place
Let's face it. Buying a paddle board is an investment and one that is worth protecting. Nothing is worse than getting your new board and then dropping the ball on taking care of it. One way to protect your investment is to store your gear in a safe place.
Summer Sup Fun On A Longboard Shape
According to most of the historical accounts that I have read, Rabbit Kekai and the Wakiki Beach Boys created the sport of paddle boarding on Longboards.
How To Practice Paddleboarding Safely When You Have Diabetes
After becoming the Association of Paddle Professional's Overall World Champion of 2017, Fiona Wylde has proven that even people with diabetes can overcome challenges posed by the disease and reach the pinnacle of the fast-growing sport of stand up paddleboarding (SUP).
Top 15 Locations For Paddle Boarding This Summer
Summer is on its way, and with it comes the desire to have some fun in the water and start planning your summer trips. The season is synonymous with water sports. Who can resist the charm of pristine waves glimmering under the sun?
How To Take Fishing From The Dock To Your Sup
Making the transition from fishing from the dock to fishing to your SUP can be as simple or as complex as you would like to make it.
Weekly Recap 06/02/2026
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.
2026 Supconnect Awards Open Nominations Now Live
Supconnect is thrilled to announce that nominations are officially open for the 17th Annual Supconnect Awards.
Summer Nutrition 101: Everything Your Body Needs To Stay On Top
From June to August, we are more likely to lose hydration and energy because of the hot temperatures. Therefore, you need to ensure that you’re preparing for each paddle-board session by eating right.
How To Paddle Through Waves
Paddling through the waves on your paddle board can be a difficult task if not done properly. Luckily, former International Surfing Association (ISA) World Stand Up Paddleboard Surf Champion Sean Poynter, gives us tips on how to successfully paddle through whitewater.
Paddle Boarding Gibraltar
With its stunning scenery, calm waters, access to multiple beaches and abundance of marine life; Gibraltar is a perfect place to try SUP for the first time or to improve your skills.
Top Reasons You Need An Inflatable Paddle Board
Stand up paddle boarding is climbing in popularity around the world and becoming readily accessible to anyone and everyone.
Weekly Recap 05/26/2026
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 if You're Overweight
Ever since modern paddle boarding was invented in the 1940s, it has become an excellent way for beginners and veterans alike to calm the mind, all while getting a full-body workout.
A Paddle Boarder's Guide To Saltwater Fish Identification
Are you interested in ocean paddle boarding? In this article, we’ll discuss some of the broad groups of fish you might see while ocean paddle boarding, especially over a tropical reef or in warm waters, and how you can identify them from a brief glance.
Cape Cod Bay Challenge Celebrates 19th Year
Annual SUP Challenge Donates 100% of Proceeds to Non-Profit That Provides Housing for Families of Children Being Treated for Cancer at Nearby Boston Hospitals.
Best Places For SUP In Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is situated in the Caribbean region and is about two-thirds of Hispaniola's eastern portion, consisting of twenty-nine provinces, and has a total land area of about 48,730 square kilometers (18,810 square miles). It is located on the eastern coast of Hispaniola. In addition to this, seas surround the country: the Atlantic Ocean can be found on its northern side and the Caribbean Sea at the south.
River Sup Top Mistakes
Stand up paddling on the river is tough. It’s one of the most technical avenues of paddle boarding and there are a lot of mistakes that rookies, and even sometimes experienced paddle boarders make.
Weekly Recap 05/19/2026
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.
6 Dog Breeds Great For Paddleboarding
Some dogs are born to join you in the water, while others will take it a step further and try their hand—or paw—at paddleboarding. This lakeside or shoreline sport, which involves propelling oneself through the water with a paddle, is ideal for owners and canines who want to make more than a splash.
How To Help A Special Needs Child Enjoy Paddle Boarding
SUP, or stand up paddleboarding, is a great activity for children with special needs, provided that they receive encouragement and support from parents, SUP instructors, or other caregivers.
7 Famous Landmarks To See On Your Sup
We often think of stand up paddle adventures as an opportunity to see some of nature's finest creations, but there are actually several famous man-made landmarks that are also accessible by SUP.
Nutritional Tips For Finding Balance On And Off Your Sup
In order to achieve good balance on your board, it is important that you have a good balance of nutrition when you’re off the board. So, check out these three tips that can supplement your strength training and improve your game.
Weekly Recap 05/12/2026
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.