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Alex Mauer SUP Foiling on the East Coast. | Photo: Tina Mauer

SUP Foil 101: How To Choose A Foil For Your SUP

The sensation of your board hovering over the water as you shoot down the line on a wave is amazing! With so many different foil…

August 1, 2025
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Uncrowded breaks are the best place for foil surfing. | Photo: Slingshot

Foil Surfing Etiquette 101

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…

June 29, 2025
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How To Do A Crossbow 360 In 3 Steps

Want to learn how to do a backside 360 on a foamy river wave using a crossbow technique? Look no further. Expert whitewater SUP paddler…

November 29, 2024
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Body Detoxing: How Can Paddling Help?

The big question, “How can paddling help in body detoxing? Can it really benefit for detoxification?” Keep reading and learn why you must incorporate paddleboarding…

May 25, 2025
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Whitewater SUP Swimming and Recovery Tip

In this instructional guide, Mike Tavares is here to provide valuable insights on river paddling safety and recovery techniques. He emphasizes the importance of understanding…

January 15, 2025
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10 Tips to Prepare and Pack for the Ultimate SUP Trip

Picture it now: you and your best friends, stand up paddle boarding on an empty river, listening to the sounds of nature. You’ve taken a…

December 25, 2024
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How To Punch Through A River Wave On A SUP

If you’ve been spending a solid amount of time paddle boarding down river you should have the basics down. Now, you’re more than likely ready…

April 7, 2024
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River Running Basics on a SUP

If you’re testing the waters and interested in getting into river running you’ll need to learn the basics which include the peel out, eddy turn…

September 24, 2022
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Co-Founder of Vibe Kayaks, Josh Thomas. | Photo Courtesy: Vibe Kayaks

6 Fishing Tips from the Pros

Whether you’re just getting into SUP (stand up paddle board) fishing or have been doing it for a while, it’s definitely one discipline of paddle…

November 6, 2024
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Mo Freitas. | Photo Courtesy: Boardworks

Hand Placement Tips from Mo Freitas

When paddle boarding sometimes the smallest adjustments to your form and technique can make a big difference in the long run. One major adjustment to…

August 22, 2019
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Summer Nutrition 101: Everything Your Body Needs to Stay on Top

1.2 million people are expected to paddle board this year. With the sun shining and the summer months quickly approaching, it’s time to grab our…

June 15, 2025
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Samantha Eastburn with a pack of pups. | Photo: Isle Surf & SUP.

Top Mistakes Made When Paddling With Your Dog

Taking your pup for a ride on your paddle board is a really fun way to spend more time with your furry friend while also…

May 17, 2024
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Ways to Avoid Too Much Sun Exposure While Paddle Boarding

Getting your much-needed vitamin D while paddle boarding is one of the perks of being on the water though it’s important to take note that…

August 20, 2025
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9 Ways to Have Fun on Group SUPs

Stand up paddle boarding is on the upward trend in participation and with that comes more opportunities for even more fun. In the past couple…

October 2, 2024
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Seychelle preparing for a day on the water in Hood River, Oregon. | Photo courtesy: SIC Maui

SUP Training Diet by Seychelle

We've been chatting with SIC Maui athlete Seychelle about all aspects of her fitness regimen. She recently discussed the different parts of her paddle plan…

January 17, 2018
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World SUP Surfing Champion Izzi Gomez surfing on Maui. | Photo: Starboard / John Carter

Surfer Nutrition: What to Eat to Catch the Perfect Waves

Most people believe that to improve your paddling, all you have to do is practice. Stand up paddling requires high amounts of stamina, energy and…

July 18, 2025
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SUP Training Diet by Jeramie Vaine

We've been talking with Bark and NSP Athlete Jeramie Vaine about all aspects of his fitness regimen, from his paddle plan and SUP yoga routine,…

May 15, 2021
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Jeramie Vaine doing a head stand on his paddle board | Photo courtesy: Marissa Williams

SUP Training Plan by Jeramie Vaine

We recently caught up with Bark and NSP Athlete Jeramie Vaine about his paddle plan, cross training habits, and diet. This week we are diving…

December 27, 2017
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Jessica Cichra and Gabriel Gray camping along the Apalachicola River. | Photo: Desireé Gardner

How to Start Camping With Your Paddle Board

SUP camping is becoming more popular, and for a reason! So if you want to learn, read on for tips on how to start camping…

April 20, 2024
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Kody Kerbox in Maui, Hawaii | Photo Courtesy: SIC Maui

SUP Training Diet by Kody Kerbox

We've been chatting with SIC Maui athlete Kody Kerbox about all aspects of his fitness regimen. He recently discussed the different parts of his paddle…

December 6, 2017
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