Chuck Patterson, Colin Mcphillips, Byron Kurt and Erik Diamond gives us the lowdown on the new venue for the 2014 Battle of the Paddle in Salt Creek.

The biggest Stand Up Paddle Race of the year, the Battle of the Paddle California, has officially been moved up the road to Salt Creek

TODAY IS THE DAY! Supconnect is pleased and excited to bring all of you an exclusive #SupconnectLive Pre-Show Webcast to take a closer look at the Battle of the Paddle, its competitors and current stand up paddle buzz!

What is "The World Championships of Stand Up Paddling" and what types of races and race series do stand up paddlers think are the best and why?

Surftech team riders Jamie Mitchell and Candice Appleby have their dials set to victory at the Battle of the Paddle California 2011. Stand up paddle athletes from around the world will gather in Dana Point this weekend for some serious paddle carnage.

Boardworks team rider Anthony Vela is poised to finish strong at the Battle of the Paddle California. In an extremely close race last weekend, Vela finished over Jaime Mitchell at the Hinano Surfrace to Victory, giving him an adrenaline shot for this weekend's events.

The world famous stand-up paddleboard (SUP) races and SUP lifestyle exposition known as the Rainbow Sandals Gerry Lopez Battle of the Paddle returns to Oahu, Hawaii, May 14 & 15, 2011, presented by Quiksilver Waterman Collection.