SAN DIEGO, California - Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Heat, 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.
VIRGINIA BEACH, Virginia - Last week we reported a story about three paddle boards that were stolen from KelsKids, a nonprofit organization that provides paddle boarding, swimming and aquatic safety programs for children who have diagnosed disabilities. To find out more about KelsKids and how it uses paddle boarding to make a difference, we spoke to the owner and founder, Kellie Maier.
OAHU, Hawaii - As we come to the close of an incredible season for both the World Tour & Series, the Waterman League has decided to create an Overall World Ranking to compliment the individual Surf & Race World Titles and crown an Overall World Champion.
CAPE TOWN, South Africa - We stumbled across this awesome video of year old Cape Tonion, Cameron Tripney, on his first downwind run from Milerton to Big Bay.
SAN DIEGO, California - After two months of voting, we are very pleased to announce the Supconnect Woman of the Year and final results up for 2013.
LA JOLLA, California - Supconnect talks with La Jolla-based photographer Aaron Goulding about his craft and preferences when it comes to shooting Stand Up Paddlers.
OAHU, Hawaii - From February 27 to March 2nd, the Turtle Bay Resort will host one of the world's biggest Yoga/Music/SUP Yoga/Art and love festivals - Wanderlust. The lineup for this year's event is looking amazing, with Donavan Frankenreiter, Moby and Mike Love headlining the music, while Gerry Lopez, Jenn Perell and a host of other incredible instructors leading sessions, as well as a host of interesting vendors offering family-friendly activities.
SANTA ROSA BEACH, Florida - Through workshops, training and product donations, YOLO Board is impacting Florida athletes with exposure to a new sport and by teaching positive skills that can be applied to all areas of life.
WIERDEN, The Netherlands - Mistral reflects on its legacy in windsurfing and talks about their new range of Stand Up Paddle race boards, set to rock the world stage in 2014.
SAN DIEGO, California - A nine year old Cardiff Reef local is hosting an event this Saturday to help raise money for the family Buttons Kaluhiokalani, the surf and SUP icon who sadly passed away recently.