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. Summer 2026 SUP Gear Guide

Heat Score - 96

Whip out your boardshorts and bikinis, it’s summer time! Nothin’s better than summer and we’re so stoked that our favorite time of the year is finally here. 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 Summer SUP season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone! Read more HERE.

2. Best Places to Paddle in Sicily

Heat Score - 89

Sicily is a sun-drenched Mediterranean gem off the southern coast of Italy. Famous for its tranquil azure waters, Sicily is a prime destination for those who love paddleboarding. Read more HERE.

3. Foil Surfing Etiquette 101

Heat Score - 81

There's no doubt about it, SUP foiling is a good time. Foiling however isn't always welcome out in your local lineup as it can be pretty hazardous if the rider doesn't know what they're doing. Read more HERE.

4. Diving and Stand Up Paddle Boarding: The Perfect Pals?

Heat Score - 73

On the face of it, deep sea diving and stand up paddle boarding couldn’t be more different. After all, one takes place on the surface of the sea while one takes place deep below. But with diving being a very popular sport in the USA (almost three million people a year are believed to take part), it’s perhaps time for SUP aficionados to think about trying it out as something new. Read more HERE.

5. Field Test: Café Board Doppio Intenso 14”x20.5”

Heat Score - 66

In the SUP racing market, which is almost exclusively dominated by mass-produced industrial lines, there is a company that has decided to reverse the trend, returning to the origins of the material while keeping its eyes firmly fixed on maximum hydrodynamic performance. Read more here.

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Weekly Recap 06/16/2026