Often times, stand up paddle boards can be big, bulky and weigh a lot which can make the task of lifting the board quite difficult. Because of the weight and size of many of the stand up paddle boards on the market there is a higher chance of injuring or straining your back when attempting to lift the board if not done properly. Here, Pau Hana’s Todd Caranto gives a few tips on how to lift a paddle board properly in order to avoid injury or strain to your back.

After more than 6 weeks of deliberation, the staff here at Supconnect is excited to announce the 2024 Gear of the Year Awards winners from our 15th Annual Supconnect Awards.

Here, the team at Pau Hana put together a nice tutorial on how to install a fin for an inflatable board with a threaded fin box.

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing 200+ boards, our expert staff has selected the best inflatable stand up paddle board 2024 models. These are designated by the "A" grade and organized by categories (inflatable, all-around, touring, etc).

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing 200+ boards, our expert staff has selected the best stand up paddle board 2024 models. These are designated by the "A" grade and organized by categories (inflatable, all-around, touring, etc).

Who is this for: If you’re looking for a beginner-friendly inflatable standup paddle board that is both affordable and unique check out the Big EZ Stowaway inflatable SUP from Pau Hana Surf Supply. The Stowaway is a limited edition stand up paddle board that is exclusively sold at REI and has 10 unique designs to choose from. This paddle board is very lightweight and best for those looking for a recreational board best for short distance paddling in calm, flatwater conditions. Priced at just $599 this board sits in the mid-tier market in terms of affordability and is a great entry-level board that is eye catching and easy to use. It comes in a complete package with the board, paddle, pump, leash, fin and drybag for storage.

The sun is starting to shine, ice is melting and spring is starting to peek it’s head around the corner. With temperatures rising and waterways defrosting into lakes and rivers again, it’s time to start getting geared up and ready to get back on the water and out of the winter hibernation. Here, we’ve put together a list of SUP gear, accessories, and of course boards for everyone from a beginner to the advanced SUP'er for the 2024 Spring paddle boarding season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!

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 2023 Fall SUP season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing 200+ boards, our expert staff has selected the best inflatable stand up paddle board 2023 models. These are designated by the "A" grade and organized by categories (inflatable, all-around, touring, etc).

After personally paddling, weighing, and thoroughly testing 200+ boards, our expert staff has selected the best stand up paddle board 2023 models. These are designated by the "A" grade and organized by categories (inflatable, all-around, touring, etc).

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 2023 Summer SUP season, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!

Who is this for: If you’re looking for a very lightweight but quality inflatable that comes as a complete package you gotta check out the Solo SUP Backcountry from Pau Hana Surf Supply. If you’re wondering if this board is good for you just look at the name and it’s all you need to know. This board was made for someone looking for an adventure and wanting something that would be easy to take along for the ride. The board is compact, lightweight and great for more intermediate-level paddlers. Priced at just $899, this board sits in the mid-tier in terms of affordability. Read more HERE.