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How To Lift A Stand Up Paddle Board To Avoid Injury
Often times, stand up paddle boards can be big, bulky and weigh a lot which can make the task of lifting the board quite difficult.
Weekly Recap 03/24/2026
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.
ICF Opens Bidding Process for 2027 SUP World Championships
The International Canoe Federation (ICF) has officially opened the bidding process for the 2027 ICF Stand Up Paddling (SUP) World Championships, inviting national federations and host cities worldwide to submit proposals to stage one of the sport’s premier international events.
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.
Enhancing Your Balance for Paddleboard Success
Balance extends its benefits far beyond paddleboarding, significantly impacting our daily lives for the better, especially in today's era of desk jobs and poor posture.
5 Reasons Tahiti Is The Perfect Place To Paddle Board
We all dream of an exotic vacation packed with relaxation, sunshine, and the warm water of the tropics. We see photos of crystal-clear water with beautiful mountainous backdrops and think to ourselves what it would be like to be in a place that perfect.
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.
English Riviera set to Host UK’s First ICF SUP World Cup
From 24 - 28 June, elite paddleboarders and watersports fans gear up for the four-day landmark international sporting event taking place along the English Riviera coastline.
Weekly Recap 03/17/2026
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.
Spring 2026 SUP Gear Guide
We’ve put together a list of SUP gear, accessories, and of course boards for everyone from a beginner to the advanced SUP'er for the 2025 Spring paddle boarding season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!
Top SUP Fishing Spots In Texas
There’s a lot of water in Texas and many Texans love SUP fishing, spending their spring and summer days searching for great spots to try out their luck with a rod and reel. Fishing waters can be hard to navigate if you're not a local, which is why we present to you these top spots for stand up paddle boarding fishing in the Lone Star State.
Paddling the Emerald Isle: A SUP Journey Through Ireland’s Wild Waters
Explore Ireland by standup paddleboard as two adventurers journey from Sligo to Dublin, paddling lakes, rivers, and dramatic Atlantic coastline.
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.
New Guidebook Paddle London Maps 40 Urban Paddle Routes
A new guidebook is set to inspire paddlers to explore London’s waterways from an entirely new perspective. Paddle London: The Best Places to Go with a Paddleboard, Kayak or Canoe.
Weekly Recap 03/10/2026
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.
Protecting Our Ocean Environments Through Paddle Boarding
The evolution of stand up paddle is creating the worlds next environmental advocates. As more paddlers explore their own local waters more is being uncovered on what is polluting our liquid playgrounds. Did you know the United States has 13 National Marine Sanctuaries? Four of which are located on the California Coast. These protected waters are the underwater versions of our US national parks.
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.
Body Detoxing: How Can Paddling Help?
Keep reading and learn why you must incorporate paddleboarding in your list of workouts for body detoxification.
Paddle Boarding British Columbia, Canada
British Columbia is Canada's most westerly province, and is a mountainous area whose population is mainly clustered in its southwestern corner. BC, as it’s most commonly referred to as, is Canada’s third-largest province after Québec and Ontario, making up 10 per cent of Canada’s land surface.
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.
Weekly Recap 03/03/2026
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.
How SUP Can Help You Deal With Stress And Anxiety
SUP has a lot of benefits, both physical and mental. The former is more obvious, as SUP undoubtedly helps you build everything from a stronger core to increased stamina.
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.
Do’s And Don’ts For Watching Marine Life
As paddlers we have a duty, a responsibility, to respect nature and share our playground responsibly with those that own it, wildlife.