As we sit in the heat of downwind season we've decided to compile a list of the top must-do downwinders around the world. We teamed up with the crew at SIC Maui who've built some of the best downwind boards on the market, so they know a thing-or-two about a good downwind run when they see it.
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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.
Escape + Explore is a Safari to make a difference. Chris Bertish (Mavericks Champion/SUP World Record holder & Inspirational Speaker) leads a team of Intrepid Explorers as the first team to navigate the wild and rugged area NG32 of the Botswana, Okavango Delta, an area never explored by Stand up paddle board before.
In just a few weeks the highly anticipated Payette River Games will cause a stir in beautiful Cascade, Idaho. In this video by Pau Hana, you will see all of the SUP events at the PRG14 and some heavy hitters who showed up to be a part of the fun! Check it out and get psyched for the event this year!
Maui-based performance instrument maker, Velocitek, has announced the release of the Makai, a board-mounted GPS speedometer and training tool for SUP.
It has been an amazing 3 days here in Tahiti with pumping surf, beautiful weather, and surrounded by the magical scenery that makes you feel like you are in a dream world, with today's action proving to be the perfect way to end the 2015 #SapinusPro. In the end, Zane Schweitzer secured a well deserved victory at the 2015 #SapinusPro Tahiti and moves into 2nd overall in the World Ratings.
Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding. This week we’re bringing you another sample of the best stories covered by ourselves and other publications.
Starboard SUP athlete Fiona Wylde just finished an epic start to her journey on the Euro SUP Tour with an Elite Distance Race win at the St. Ives Celtic Cup. Read Fiona's recap of the event and her time in England here.
Another beautiful morning in Tahiti saw the 2015 #SapinusPro Main Event called on with the swell on the rise. Athletes were able to let loose in some unpredictable, but rippable surf. It was certainly a day for the Australians as all six of the crew from Down Under advanced through to Round 3.