Thinking of going fishing, are you? Well, why not fish from the rather than fishing from the shore? But then there is the dilemma whether to go fishing on a kayak or on a SUP. Some will have you lean towards the kayak, but there is no reason as to why a SUP is any less suited to fishing. In fact, let me in you on a secret, SUP fishing is way more fun! Why SUP fishing is better than Kayak Fishing: Much more Versatile: Fishing from a Sup allows you opportunities of endless adjustments. For starters, when you’re standing...
Paddle boarding proving to be a lot more tiring than you expected it to be, is it? You had expected to relax while gliding across the lake but you find yourself sweating it out trying to move across the surface! This is a problem that most beginners face, here are a few things that will help ease the process the out, not only will you be conserving energy but also learn to move the board well. Sizing up your paddle: This is one of the most important things to take care of as it affects the way you move the...
You are new to the paddle board world and you have not yet mastered the art of standing up on your board and you’re also facing problems launching board, are you? Do not worry; these are problems that plague every new SUPer. So, here are a few tips that will help you get your bearing and make things easier for you. If anyone has to put it in the simplest of terms, it would seem something like this. How to launch your board: Carry your board into the water and start out on your knees or lying on your stomach. How...
Stand up paddle boarding, also known as SUP, consists of standing on a board and using a paddle to maneuver your way through the water. Paddle boarding was inspired by surfing, but instead of sitting on the board waiting for a wave to arrive as surfers do, paddle boarders move themselves forward anytime they please with the help of their trusty paddles. It has got you excited, hasn’t it? Want to venture out into the ocean and give it a go, don’t you? Well, here we are then in order to help you get going. Let’s start with the basics,...
Like every other activity getting the basics of Sup right will take you some time. All you’ve got to do is have some patience and stick through the rough patches and soon you’ll just be enjoying the sun, the surf and the wind in your hair. Meanwhile, get to the water and practice these few tricks to get it all in your control: Practice on Ground: Before you venture out take some time and get the feel of the board on solid ground. Remove your center fin and find balance and confidence in your pop-up, but make sure to use...
If you enjoy the night sky on the beach, you’ll probably like it better while paddling on the sea. The cool night air ruffling your hair, the salty smell of the sea or lake, as the case maybe, exhilarating isn’t it especially after we all have been stuck inside our homes for months. Then there is the added incentive of watching the different marine species that come out only in the dark. Here are a few things that you need to take into account before you embark on your nightly adventures: Proper Location: You always need to keep your safety...
