SUP Beginner Tips
Best Battery Powered Paddle Board Pumps: 5 Tested
Battery powered paddle board pumps are one of my favourite pieces of paddling gear. Once you’ve used one, it’s hard to go back to pumping your board by hand. Over the past few years, I’ve tested more than 15 electric paddle board pumps. For my latest...
Paddle Boarding with Kids: A Safe and Fun Guide for Families
Paddleboarding with kids is one of the best ways to get outside, spend time together, and build confidence on the water. It’s a fun and active way to get on the water that doesn’t have to be complicated, but paddling with kids requires a slightly different approach....
A Guide to Backcountry Camping on a Paddle Board
Backcountry camping on a paddle board might sound intense, but it’s one of the most rewarding ways to explore remote, protected spaces. Standing on a board, I feel more connected to nature and the places I travel through. When I first tried it, I learned a lot through...
Paddle Boarding Gifts Over $100
Looking to treat the paddleboarder in your life to something truly special? From gear upgrades to unique experiences, these standout paddle boarding gifts over $100 are sure to take their paddling adventures to the next level. Top 10 Paddle Boarding Gifts Over $100:...
Budget Friendly Paddle Boarding Gifts
Looking for the perfect gift for a paddleboarder that won’t stretch your budget? Whether you’re shopping for a seasoned paddler or someone just starting out, these 10 budget friendly paddle boarding gifts are thoughtful and practical gift ideas. 10 Paddle...
Packing an Inflatable Paddle Board
Tips for packing an inflatable paddle board. To Start: Clean and dry your board. Learn how to clean and care for your paddle board. Remove fins and any other items. If you keep your leash on be sure it’s left out away from your board. Otherwise, the leash will...
Winter iSUP Storage
It’s that time of year again when the weather gets cold and the water temperatures are too cold to paddle board unless you have the proper equipment. Check out the blog post on Cold Weather Paddling and the effects of cold water. Here are some tips and...
Cleaning Your Paddle Board
Cleaning and maintaining your board will help prevent premature wear and give your equipment a longer life. Plus help keep the aquatic ecosystem healthy! Important: Always remove any major mud, plant debris or aquatic life right after your paddle at the same site to...
Electric Paddle Board Pumps
Updated for 2026: Electric paddle board pumps continue to change quickly, and some of the models originally tested in this article have since been discontinued or replaced, while others are still available. I’ve now tested more than 15 electric SUP pumps across...
Getting Back On Your Paddle Board
As a beginner, falling off your board and being able to get get back on can be scary. But it is an important thing to figure out what works best for you, practice and get comfortable with it. It’s not about if you fall, it’s when you fall. Below are some...
How to Paddle Board for Beginners
Paddle boarding is a fun and safe low-impact activity. It’s a great way to get outside and adventure with friends, family or on your own. Here are some instructions and tips on how to paddle board for beginners. How to Paddle Board for Beginners 1. Getting...
Travelling with a Paddleboard (SUP) ✈️
Going away on vacation and thinking about bringing your paddleboard? Here are some packing essentials, tips and things to consider before taking off on your next adventure! Tony F Photography Travelling with a Paddleboard (SUP) Before you start packing The first thing...
Requirements for Paddleboarding in Canada
Heading out on your paddleboard? Here is what you need by law in Canada and things you should also consider bringing. If you are paddling across a body of water, getting from point A to B, you are navigating and require the following under the Small Vessel Regulations...
How to Read the Wind for Paddleboarding
The wind is one of the most important things to check when embarking on a paddleboarding adventure. If you don’t know already, wind plays a huge factor when paddleboarding, more so than when kayaking or canoeing since you are standing up and are less aerodynamic. See...
How to Choose a Paddleboard (SUP)
Choosing a paddleboard can be overwhelming as there are a lot of options but don’t stress, I’m here to help you how to choose a paddleboard (SUP)! Must do first! Get these questions answered: What type of paddling will you use the board for? Keep in mind...
Paddleboard Fins
Should I own more than one fin? If you’re like me you like to go off the beaten track which typically leads to shallower water, creeks and rivers that have their own challenges. Most of those obstacles are around your board’s fin(s) with shallower water and...