Top Stand Up Paddleboarding Trends That Defined 2025
2025 marked a clear inflection point for stand up paddleboarding, as the sport continued its evolution from niche watersport to a technically refined, globally competitive, and lifestyle-driven discipline.
How To Stay Motivated for Paddling
Is your paddle motivation as high as it could be? Follow these tips from Joshua Chant to help manage your motivation and ensure it is always high.
Stand Up From The Crowd With A Sup Party
When planning an event or party, finding a fresh and exhilarating central activity that everyone can enjoy can be a tough task - until you discover stand up paddle boarding, that is. SUP participation rates across America have rocketed from 1.1 million to 2.8 million people in the first half of this decade alone, and it’s not hard to see why.
How Can You Relieve Stress & Anxiety With A Sup Weekend Getaway?
It’s estimated that 40 million Americans live with some kind of anxiety disorder, leaving them feeling anxious or stressed on a regular basis. However, despite the prevalence of stress and anxiety, many people are still unaware of how to manage the condition efficiently.
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. Unfortunately, according to Nature.com, the ocean-food waste problem has only worsened over the past 18 months – 8 million metric tons of plastic waste ended up in oceans through 2020, alongside multiple tons of mismanaged food waste and other by-products. This is alongside the destruction of natural environments caused by plantations and intensive farming.
The Sunscreen Dilemma
As the sun rays warm your skin and you meditate in the rhythmic pulse of the waves, you shouldn’t have to ruin your break by worrying that you’re not doing enough to protect yourself and the marine life that is living beneath your feet.
The Benefit Of Stand Up Paddle Boarding For Kids
Stand Up Paddle Boarding is growing and getting the attention it deserves from people of all ages. I, for one, enjoy going out with my family and glide above the surface of the water while we soak in warm rays as we paddle. What my teenage daughter isn’t aware of is that she’s not only having fun while working on her tan, but she’s also getting a great workout too.
Why Paddling In Spring Is Awesome
Paddle boarding in the springtime can be an incredibly enjoyable and rewarding experience. Not only is it a great way to get out on the water and soak up some sun, but it also offers a number of physical and mental benefits. Here are 4 top reasons to get out there as spring approaches.
Tipping Point: When Is Your Sup Too Small?
Anyone who's ever seen Sean Poynter, Mo Freitas or Kai Lenny absolutely ripping on a stand up surfboard has no doubt wanted to achieve that same level of performance themselves. Unfortunately, it's nowhere near as easy as they make it look. As the sport of standup paddle surfing has progressed, we have seen the size of boards come down from the 11 foot range into the sub 7 foot range in the quest for more surfing performance.
How Can Sound Sleep Prevent Injury And Boost Your Sup Performance?
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) is considered such a safe sport that it is commonly recommended for children adults alike. However, if you want to reduce your risk of injury while you are out at sea, or if you take part in competitive events, ensure that sleep is an important priority in your daily life.
The Unexpected Benefits Of Combining Sup & Golf
Some odd pairs make more sense than you might anticipate—SUP golf is one of them. This new and innovative water sport combines a popular golf side game and stand-up paddleboarding for an afternoon of friendly competition by the dock.
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.
Is It Worth Getting An Inflatable Paddle Board?
Inflatable paddle boards (iSUPs) are a popular choice for many paddlers, but is it worth getting an inflatable paddle board? When you're getting into SUP, you'll have to decide what type to buy. So, here are some pros and cons to consider when deciding whether an iSUP is the right choice for you.
What Makes Sup A Whole New Adventure?
Even if you’re a watersports enthusiast, standup paddle boarding is a whole new adventure and challenge! Here’s what makes it a great sport to try.
Is Sup Yoga Better Than Yoga On Land?
I smile lavishly as I breathe in the warm, misty morning atop glassy waters on my local lake. I greet the morning with some half-sun salutations as the sun begins to peek over the hills and gaze upon me with its comforting glow. I literally can feel Vitamin D pouring into my cells, but what’s even more is the surge of what I call “Vitamin P” rushing down through my veins.