Weekly Recap 04/21/2026
Summary
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. If you’ve got anything newsworthy, weird or worth reading about, don’t be shy to share the scoop with us via e-mail.
1. Helpful Tips To Keep Your Paddleboard In Great Condition
Heat Score - 94
Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has skyrocketed in popularity over recent years, gaining more than 1.5 million participants since 2013, according to the 2019 Special Report on Paddlesports & Safety. Acquiring your own paddleboard can be quite a substantial investment considering that a high-end model can cost in excess of $3,000. Read more HERE.
2. Paddle Boarding Chicago, Illinois
Heat Score - 88
The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates the nation's second largest public transportation system. Trains and buses cover the City of Chicago and 35 surrounding suburbs. Zipping around on one of the shared Divvy bikes is also a convenient way to explore the city. Read more HERE.
3. Choosing Healthy, Delicious Snacks For Stand-Up Paddleboarding
Heat Score - 79
You should avoid snacks that are particularly carb-heavy or have a high fat content, like potato chips. It is also important to avoid anything with a high sugar content, like a candy bar, as you definitely don’t want that sugar crash a couple of hours later when you’re out on the water. Read more HERE.
4. SUP Fishing Versus Kayak Fishing: Why SUP Fishing Rocks
Heat Score - 71
For experienced fishermen and newbies alike, it’s smart to keep up with the latest trends. And learning about kayaks and fishing SUPs may benefit you more than you think! Even if you think you’ve perfected your gear and fishing technique, you know there are multiple factors at play that determine what your catch will be like. So, what if you can benefit from a different vessel when out on the waters? Read more HERE.
5. 6 Essential SUP Safety Items the You Should Never Be Without
Heat Score - 66
SUP safety is an important topic that unfortunately doesn't get the coverage it rightfully deserves. As our sport has exploded in popularity, it's attracted plenty of newcomers who have little or no experience when it comes to water safety. Due to this fact, it's absolutely critical that we all do our part to educate new paddlers on basic paddling safety practices. Read more here.
Photo Of The Week
Photo via: Livvi Grant
Location: Mallorca, Spain
Description: Just you, the water, and a whole lot of space to breathe.
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