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How To Improve Performance In Sup Yoga

We’ve sat down with Dashama Gordon, one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement to give us a few tips on how to advance yourself in SUP Yoga.

Fall 2026 SUP Gear Guide

Here, we’ve put together a list of SUP gear, SUP accessories, SUP boards and all the must have's for everyone from a beginner to the advanced SUP'er for the 2026 Fall SUP season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!

Sup Surfing Mistakes To Avoid

When trying something new we all start as beginners and either have help along the way or learn the rules step-by-step as we go learning from each experience.

Tips On Getting In The Water With Your Paddle Board

In the second episode to debut from SUP Surf Tips with stand up paddle surfing expert Sean Poynter, Sean teaches us how to safely get you and your stand up paddle board in and out of the water.

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.

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.

4 Advanced Sup Yoga Poses For Experienced Paddlers

Once you learn and get comfortable with beginner and moderate SUP yoga poses, you should now be ready to challenge yourself and learn some of the more advanced poses.

What To Avoid On A Sup Expedition

Things can and likely will go wrong at some point and no-one knows this better than some of SUP’s most experienced adventure paddlers Bart de Zwart and Gabriel Gray.

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 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.

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.

5 Ways To Prepare For Summer

Summer might be the fairer season, but there's opportunities to get some serious paddling and surfing done if you plan things correctly - alongside plenty of relaxation.

Starboard Announces SUP Dream Team New Additions

The team at Starboard SUP are proud to welcome three new athletes to the Starboard Dream Team, adding even more power to what is already our strongest SUP team line-up to date.

Top Mistakes To Avoid In Sup Yoga

Dashama is one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement and we had a chance to catch up with her. Some of her credentials include: hosting Yoga and SUP Yoga retreats around the world; having her own SUP Yoga board made by Starboard

What To Do Before Your First Downwinder

We’ve checked in with one of the most decorated downwind paddlers in the world, Maui’s Connor Baxter, to get some tips on what you need to know before attempting your first run.

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.

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.

How To Properly Fall Off Your Sup

Falling off of our paddle boards is inevitable. It's part of the process, sometimes even part of the fun. There is however a right and a wrong way on falling off of our SUPs.

5 Tips For First Time Sup Racers

When preparing for your very first SUP race it's important to be prepared and know what to expect from your first experience.

How To Get Out Of A Wave On Your Paddle Board

As much as getting into a wave is important to standup paddle surfing, getting out of a wave can be just as critical.

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.

The Common Misconception Of Stance

Recently, when spending time at the beach I’ve noticed a common error in people paddle surfing in the line-up: their stance.

How To Set Up Your SUP Race Board

Starboard race board setup for race day: Connor Baxter’s ultimate guide for performance.

Phonecases3D Joins Starboard’s Award-Winning Eco-Actions and Community Impact

Phonecases3D, the official phonecase supplier to major sports clubs such as Manchester City and FC Barcelona, has partnered with Starboard.

Starboard Sayulita SUP Open Returns to Sayulita, Mexico

The picturesque surf town of Sayulita is set to host the annual Sayulita SUP Open, a premier international SUP event, on March 1-2, 2025.

SUP Gear Guide 2025: A Sneak Peek at What’s Ahead

As 2025 approaches, the paddling world is buzzing with anticipation for a fresh wave of innovative gear. At Supconnect, we’ve had the privilege of getting a look at some of the most exciting products set to make their debut in the coming year.

Connor Baxter SUP, Foil & Race Gear Breakdown

Here, Connor gives a detailed breakdown of his current quiver of Starboard gear, covering a variety of boards, paddles, and foils.

Holiday SUP Gift & Gear Guide 2024

We've put together a list of SUP gear, SUP accessories, SUP boards and all the must have's for everyone from beginners to the advanced SUP'er, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!

Starboard Launches Innovative 2025 SUP and Foilboarding Range

Starboard is thrilled to announce the release of its 2025 product range, showcasing the latest advancements in stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and foilboarding.

Best All Around Standup Paddleboards 2024

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing dozens of boards, our expert staff has selected the best all around stand up paddle board 2024 models.

Best Inflatable Standup Paddleboards 2024

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing dozens of boards, our expert staff has selected the best inflatable stand up paddle board 2024 models.

Best standup paddle boards 2024

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing dozens of boards, our expert staff has selected the best stand up paddle board 2024 models.

Starboard’s NEW Deluxe Lite Construction: Small Bag, Big Value

Setting a New Benchmark with the Deluxe Lite Inflatable SUP Construction. Starboard, renowned for its innovation in watersports equipment, releases its latest development in materials tech: the Deluxe Lite construction for inflatable SUPs.

Team Starboard Smashes Longboard SUP Revolution

In the heart of Bali’s surf scene, the Longboard SUP Revolution event witnessed the Starboard Dream Team’s stunning dominance once again. With two gold crowns in Elite SUP Surfing secured by Benoit Carpentier and Camille Dubrana, along with a triumph in the team award, Starboard showcased exceptional skill and unity.

Spring 2024 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 2024 Spring paddle boarding season.

Starboard Releases Game-Changing Updates to SUP Race Boards

Starboard is excited to release the new Starboard Race range: the most winning All Star and the Sprint being the fastest flat-water racing board.

Starboard Announces 2024 Dream Team

Among many things, Starboard SUP is known for their premier lineup of professional athletes on their team. They just released their 2024 Dream Team, a.k.a. their roster of pro athletes and the lineup is stacked with talent.

Holiday SUP Gift & Gear Guide 2023

SUPCONNECT AWARDS 2023 WINNERS ANNOUNCED

SUP AWARDS: 2023 GEAR OF THE YEAR WINNERS

FALL 2023 SUP GEAR GUIDE

Beyond The Horizon: Paddle Adventures In Lofoten With Bart De Zwart

STARBOARD INTRODUCES THE NEW GEN-R: A REVOLUTIONARY ADVANCEMENT IN SURF RACING & PADDLING

FIONA WYLDE & CONNOR BAXTER WIN 2023 GORGE CHALLENGE

STARBOARD RELEASES NEW ROLL TECHNOLOGY, PACKING INFLATABLES 30% SMALLER

STARBOARD RELEASES NEW ROLL TECHNOLOGY, PACKING INFLATABLES 30% SMALLER

A Brief Guide To Uk Sup

There’s a thriving stand up paddle boarding scene in the UK. Every year participation numbers increase exponentially and this trend shows no signs of slowing down. But what can you expect if you decide to hit up this ‘green and pleasant land’ for a spot of sweeping?

SUMMER 2023 SUP GEAR GUIDE

STARBOARD ANNOUNCES RACE GEAR RENTAL PROGRAM

STARBOARD OFFERS UNPRECEDENTED 6-YEAR WARRANTY

6 Amazing Places To Paddle Board In Japan

Although small in size, Japan is one place that has no shortage of places to stand up paddle board (SUP). As a nation completely surrounded by water there are endless opportunities to grab your SUP and find the perfect place to get on the water.

STARBOARD SPRINT EXPEDITION: DEEP DIVE WITH BRUCE KIRKBY

How To Do A Frontside Top Turn On Your Sup

As you progress and further develop your surfing skills on your stand up paddle board, one trick to add to your bag is definitely the frontside top turn.

STARBOARD DROPS ITS 2023 RACE RANGE

Tips For Sup Surfing Beginners

Want to add in some excitement to your SUP routine and start SUP surfing? We’ve talked to some of stand up paddling’s best surfers and asked them to share their top tips for beginners.

How To Stay Stoked In A Crowded Lineup

It’s true that today’s broad surfing community holds a varied and often questionable understanding of surfing etiquette. Add a few individuals with entitlement issues, a couple more with a lack of common courtesy and respect and we have a recipe for a potential bummer of a surf session. Here’s a few thoughts on how to stay stoked through the lineup.

5 Tips To Improve Your Sup Race Performance

Here are the top 5 tips on how you can improve your performance during a SUP race.

How To Catch A Wave On Your Sup

So you've mastered the basics and you're ready to catch yourself a wave. SUP Surf master Sean Poynter gives us the know-how on how to catch a wave on our SUPs. See his tips below.

STARBOARD'S EXCITING LINEUP FOR 2023 HAS DROPPED

How To Choose Gear For Sup Yoga

As one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement Dashama Gordon knows a thing or two about Yoga and paddle boarding.

How To Do A Cross Bow Backside Turn On A Paddle Board

The Cross Bow backside turn should be in everyone's repertoire as it's a really functional maneuver because of its relatively quick execution and its support in down-the-line surfing.

How To Ride The Line On Your Stand Up Paddle Board

So you've gotten the hang of catching waves on your SUP and now you're ready to start riding the line of the wave. SUP Surf expert and champion SUP surfer Sean Poynter gives us a tutorial on how to do so.

Best Touring Stand Up Paddle Boards 2022

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing dozens of boards, our expert staff has selected the best touring stand up paddle board 2022 models.

Sup Basics: What’s Your Swim Score?

Simplicity is one of the attractive features of standup paddle boarding. When you feel that first glide and realize “Hey, I can do this,” it’s easy to believe that all you need is a board and a paddle, but when you’re standing alone on a platform floating two inches above the water, a few more things are required, because a paddling excursion on any water body can quickly turn into an in-water experience.

5 Moderate Sup Yoga Poses For Intermediate Paddlers

Once you learn and get comfortable with beginner yoga poses, you should now be ready to take it up a notch and learn some intermediate poses.

Sup Yoga Tips By Dashama

Dashama, a Starboard ambassador, is one of the leading voices in the SUP Yoga movement and we had a chance to catch up with her. Some of her credentials include: hosting Yoga and SUP Yoga retreats around the world; having her own SUP Yoga board made by Starboard; and being a contributor to several media outlets.

How To Carry And Store Your Sup Leash

When I like to carry my leash, I like to make sure that there is absolutely no bottom-hang with my leash, and if there is, very little. This is so that there is no room for error, i.e. tripping on the leash or having it get caught on something.

How To Stand Up On Your Paddle Board

Episode 3 in SUP Surf Tips with Starboard and FCS SUP athlete Sean Poynter, Sean takes us through the steps on how to stand up on your stand up paddle board.

How To Put Your Leash String And Leash On Your Sup

Sean Poynter, one of the world’s leading SUP Surf experts, has created a tutorial for the proper way of setting up your leash string on your board, and, in addition he shows us how to correctly put on a leash.