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A Beginner's Guide to SUP Yoga

When not training for a race or world record attempt you will likely find Seychelle channeling her inner chi and practicing and even teaching SUP…

December 3, 2023
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Fiona Wylde | Photo: Starboard / John Carter

Tips For SUP Surfing Beginners

Want to add in some excitement to your SUP routine and start SUP surfing? We’ve talked to some of stand up paddling’s best surfers and…

March 21, 2024
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Hunter Harlow’s 5 SUP Fishing Tips

Want to start SUP fishing but need a few helpful hints? Here, BOTE SUP fishing ambassador Hunter Harlow shares his expert insight on SUP fishing…

November 16, 2023
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What To Avoid On A SUP Expedition

Adventure is one of the perks of SUP and it’s what keeps us all coming back for more. But, it’s not always as easy and…

May 22, 2024
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Seychelle Webster during her Guinness World Record paddle. | Photo: David Rush

How To Fuel Your Paddling Addiction When Injured

Being injured is a drag. It is something that we all go through at one time or another, professional athletes and weekend warriors alike. It's…

April 13, 2018
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Connor Baxter during his 2016 winning run at the Maui to Molokai event. | Photo: Karen Baxter

What To Do Before Your First Downwinder

Downwind paddling on a stand up paddle board (SUP) is one of the funnest ways you can choose to ride your SUP. But, downwinders are…

September 11, 2024
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Seychelle Hattingh during the Lost Mills "Fastest Paddler on Earth" race. | Photo via: Mistral

6 Ways To Help Speed Up Recovery While You Are Injured

Supconnect’s 2016 Woman of the Year, Seychelle Webster, was struck with an unfortunate injury to the ribs and has been working on her recovery over…

August 28, 2019
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River SUP Top Mistakes

Stand up paddling on the river is tough. It’s one of the most technical avenues of paddle boarding and there are a lot of mistakes…

August 13, 2023
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Todd Caranto demonstrates how to install side bite fins into a paddle board.

How To Install Side Bite Fins On A SUP

With the help from Pau Hana’s Todd Caranto, learn how to properly install side bites into a fin box of a stand up paddle board.

June 5, 2016
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Tips For Running Whitewater On A SUP

When you get confident paddle boarding in flat water try the transition into some easy whitewater. Running whitewater is a super fun challenge that can…

May 4, 2022
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River expert Mike Tavares river surfing. | Photo: Mike Tavares

River Surfing Basics On Your Paddle Board

River surfing expert and paddle board pro Mike Tavares shares a few helpful hints on how to get in and out of a wave while…

September 8, 2022
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Learn how to properly place the fin on your stand up paddle board.

How To Position A Fin On A SUP

So you know how to install your fin into your board but want to learn how to properly position the fin within the fin box?…

July 10, 2022
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Harry Madson in Destin, Florida. | Photo Courtesy: Stephen Ferrell

How To Take Fishing From The Dock To Your SUP

Making the transition from fishing from the dock to fishing to your SUP can be as simple or as complex as you would like to…

August 6, 2023
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Alex Mauer river surfing at home in Colorado. | Photo Courtesy: Alex Mauer

Learn How To Catch A River Wave In 4 Simple Steps

If you’ve tried river surfing on your stand up paddle board (SUP) but just couldn’t get the hang of it, fear not because river expert…

April 27, 2016
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Kate Watson getting her core workout. | Photo Courtesy: Kate Watson

Four Core Reasons Why You Should Stand Up Paddle (SUP)

Most people jump on a Stand Up Paddle (SUP) to reap the benefits of being outside in nature, getting their heart rate up and having…

September 14, 2024
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2 groms loving their SIPA inflatable board. | Photo Courtesy: SIPA Boards

5 Tips for Buying a Family SUP

Purchasing a stand up paddle board for your family can be a daunting experience. Paddle boards are expensive, and many people are afraid to make…

February 22, 2023
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Britany Parker is among the elite river surfing athletes. | Photo: Heather Jackson

What Is River Surfing?

What is river surfing? If you find yourself asking this question then here we have the answer for you! River surfing expert Alex Mauer dives…

January 7, 2022
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Ryan Hambel. | Photo Courtesy: BOTE Boards

Tips For SUP Fishing Rookies

So you’ve just purchased your new SUP fishing board and are ready to get out on the water and catch a few fish but want…

July 10, 2024
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Jobe SUP navigates us through how to fix a leak in your inflatable SUP. | Photo Courtesy: Jobe SUP

Learn How To Fix A Leak In Your Aero Inflatable SUP

Ever fixed a flat tire? Then fixing your SUP will not be a problem at all. Never fixed a flat tire? After reading this SUP-repair…

August 7, 2024
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Learn how to install your fin into your SUP with the help of Todd from Pau Hana SUP.

How to Install Fins on the Board

If you’ve never installed a fin into a stand up paddle board it can be a bit tricky to figure out. With screws and tools…

September 11, 2022
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