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A lot of people are taking up stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). It is fun, provides a good workout, you can do it with friends or family, and it gives you a great view of the water and the horizon because you are standing up. If you’re just starting out, it is important that you understand where you should stand on a paddleboard, and which stance you should adopt. You don’t want to develop bad habits early on, because they’ll be harder...
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Debating which comes out on top in the stand-up paddleboard vs kayak contest can be fun but only when compared against their few similarities. These two watercrafts are different in design, how to navigate, and what they can do. The few things they have in common in terms of practical applications are not worth scratching your head too much. Here are some of the basic things you should know about stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. After understanding where they come from...
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Since 2013, stand-up paddleboards (SUP) have been increasingly popular in the fitness community. This is in part because it opens up new marketing opportunities and in part because they are actually very interesting watercraft to have. Oftentimes when you see people paddleboarding on their feet they seem quite fit. Sculpted abs, and toned musculature seem like trademarks of any SUP rider. So, is stand-up paddleboarding good exercise and is that why people riding them look so good? Maybe they are...
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Buying an iSUP is not an easy task because it is a customizable purchase. You need to buy a paddle board that accommodates your body weight, nature of paddling, and your level of experience. You need to buy a paddle according to your height and style of cruising around (lake or surf?) as well. Are you planning to purchase a standup paddle board? Are you wondering about, “What size of standup paddle board do I need?” If yes, read this...
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Standup paddleboarding is one of the most popular water sports worldwide but according to the US coast guards’ statistics, 20% of water causalities take place due to the lack of safety measures while surfing, kayaking, and standup paddleboarding in the US. In fact, standup paddlers may incur severe risk if they do not adhere to paddleboarding safety standards. Indeed, standup paddleboarding is an interesting sport and it is good for health too. However, it can be risky if you are...
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Beginners in any water sport have to be extra cautious so that they can enjoy the sport, safely. Water sports are really thrilling but if you are not skilled enough, they can be risky too. The same holds true for standup paddleboarding. A beginner should not try to cover large bodies of a water that an ace paddler can easily do. If you are at the beginner’s stage of standup paddleboarding, you should opt for buying or renting a standup...
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Standup paddle boards are unique as a sports accessory each different type of paddleboarding. These boards are popularly known as SUP. Essentially, paddleboarding is a type of (sometimes flat water) surfing and it also first started in Hawaii. When it comes to action, it is somewhat a combo of water surfing and kayaking. In this sport, paddlers stand on their board and move with the wave, like surfing, however they can catch waves earlier, and steer sharper with the help...
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You’ve bought an iSUP board and a paddle, what else do you need? It turns out that there are some other pieces of gear and equipment that you may want to consider picking up as well. Upgrades and aftermarket add-ons include the options to upgrade fins, add a waterproof music system, leash, seat back for hybrid kayaking, or a fishing deck, and more! And as always, proper safety gear is essential. A good life vest, or inflatable waist pack, for...
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Inflatable SUP vs hard paddleboards The age old debate; Hard SUPs vs iSUPs, is a major topic of discussion among both beginner and seasoned paddlers. Some SUP paddlers swear by only using a hard standup paddleboard while others strongly believe that an inflatable SUP is the way to go. You will definitely see both inflatable and hard standup paddleboards in the water, so which of the two board types is better? The answer depends on what you intend to use...
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Choosing the right Inflatable Standup Paddleboard can seem intimidating at first, but it’s a choice that can be quite simple once explained. As with most sports, there are different tools for different jobs, and no single board is the perfect solution for all types of paddling. However, most people build up their quiver one at a time, and you’ve got to start somewhere right!? One of the larger decisions to be made is between a hard board and an inflatable...
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