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Looking for Unique? Canadian ‘Sea Gods’ Artist Series SUPs Satisfy

Sea Gods is a Canadian paddle brand fairly new to the market. 2022 was the first season we tested any of the Sea Gods SUP…

Written by Mary Murphy October 21, 2022

The Summer’s Hottest SUP: Body Glove Performer 2022 Review

What makes the Body Glove Performer one of the most popular standup paddleboards on the waves today? We took it for a spin to find…

Written by Mary Murphy August 02, 2022

SUP Recall: iROCKER Warns of ‘BLACKFIN’ Seam Issues

BLACKFIN SUP owners should immediately check their serial numbers to see if their paddleboard is impacted by a deflation defect.

Written by Mary Murphy August 01, 2022

Most Dialed ‘SUP-Yak’ Yet: ISLE Switch Review

Get two watercraft for the price — and space — of one. We tried the ISLE Switch SUP-yak to see how it fares.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2022

‘Complete Novice’ Beats UK Heat Wave With Overnight SUP Adventure

Tranquility abounds with an overnight SUP camping trip down the River Thames — in the middle of the U.K.’s heat wave.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 21, 2022

Hyperlite Wakeboards Releases Affordable ‘Elevation’ iSUP for Beginners

Hyperlite Wakeboards seeks to lure more people onto the water with its portable, inflatable SUP design. The SUP is aimed at beginners and recreational paddlers.

A SUP for All: ISLE Pioneer 2.0 Standup Paddleboard Review

This paddleboard has all the basics you need and all the features you could want. It’s a stellar board for beginners or seasoned paddlers and…

Written by Mary Murphy July 11, 2022

Water and Land Sport Paradise: An Adventurer’s Guide to Fiji

Fiji has topped my bucket list for as long as I can remember. White sand beaches. Swaying palms. Pumping surf. Reefs rich in biodiversity. It’s…

Written by Rebecca Parsons July 08, 2022

Astral ‘PFD’ Sandal Review: Our New Favorite Footwear for River Treks

Astral’s founder and former raft guide Phillip Curry calls its latest footwear (and first sandals!) a project that’s been years in the making. We put…

Written by Mary Murphy July 04, 2022

Free Gear Fridays: Win a Hyperlite Inflatable SUP!

This week, two lucky winners will receive a Hyperlite Elevation iSUP.

GoPro Mountain Games Recap: From Kayaks to Splash Dogs, the Games Have It All

To call the GoPro Mountain Games frenetic may be an understatement. The 20th anniversary of the all-things-outdoors festival in Vail this past weekend offered an…

Written by David Young June 15, 2022

3 Friends to Cross Lake Ontario on SUPs in Protection of Great Lakes

Three men will cross Lake Ontario on standup paddleboards this month as part of an epic 7-year quest to paddle across five Great Lakes.

Written by Mary Murphy June 07, 2022

‘The Great Danish Paddle’: Casper Steinfath to SUP 900 Miles Around Denmark

‘WTF am I doing?’ We’re also wondering that as we follow along with Casper Steinfath on his latest long-distance adventure.

Written by Heather Hendricks May 11, 2022

Expert Paddleboarders Teach You How to Gear Up for a SUP Expedition

Two expert paddleboarders share their advice on the skills you need before taking to open waters and how to pack for SUP expeditions.

Budget Brand iROCKER Dives Into Ultralight SUPs: All Around 10′ Ultra Series Paddleboard Review

We tested iROCKER’s new paddleboard model, which debuted online this weekend. Here’s the verdict on the brand’s first ultralight paddleboard.

Written by Mary Murphy May 03, 2022

Go Fish: Paddleboard While You Cast on the iROCKER BLACKFIN Model XL SUP

iROCKER offers both hard and inflatable SUPs designed to take on a variety of nautical adventures. The brand designed the BLACKFIN Model XL to handle…

Free Gear Fridays: Win a SUP Package From Sea Gods!

This week, two lucky winners will receive either a 2022 Diatom iSUP package or a Carta Marina iSUP package from Sea Gods to get on…

Appease the ‘Sea Gods’: Check Out the Brand’s 2022 Inflatable Standup Paddleboards

Sea Gods makes inflatable standup paddleboards for beginners and seasoned adventurers alike. Its line of 2022 SUPs introduces a new PVC construction and refined board…

Free Gear Fridays: Kick Off Spring With a SUP & Kayak Package From Bote

This week, one lucky winner will receive a Rackham Aero 12′4″ Bug Slinger Silver King Package from Bote to enjoy countless days on the water…

‘Swiss Army SUP’ Transforms Into Kayak: BOTE Launches Its Rackham Aero

BOTE’s redesigned Rackham Aero paddleboard does something we’ve never seen a SUP do — turn into a sit-down, pedal-driven kayak.

Written by Sam Anderson March 10, 2022

‘Raft the Grand Canyon’ Music Video Is So Nerdy, It’s Hip

In what could be described as a millennial version of Weird Al in the wild, a band of jolly river rats sing, dance, and raft…

Written by Jilli Cluff February 04, 2022

Wipeout! SoundSwell Waterproof Headphones Can Go Over the Falls

Independent tech startup SoundSwell introduces the world’s most waterproof headphones, the SoundSwell Smartwatch Series. The earbuds can survive activities from diving to whitewater kayaking, and…

Written by Sam Anderson November 11, 2021

‘My Home Run’: Discover Backyard Whitewater by Standup Paddleboard

Whitewater paddling can be found nearly everywhere. It’s about your love for the sport, who you’re with, and a lot more that makes a river…

Written by Mary Murphy October 29, 2021

One Helluva Roof Rack: Thule Hullavator Pro Paddle Rack Review

Looking for an easier way to haul your kayak around? This rack does the heavy lifting for you. Check out our review of Thule’s Hullavator…

Written by Mary Murphy September 14, 2021

10 US Cities Perfect for Standup Paddleboarding

The United States is a beautiful country with endless opportunities for standup paddlers. From iconic beach breaks to rushing rivers and calm lakes, the land…

Written by Rebecca Parsons September 06, 2021

Solo Stove Acquires Oru Kayak, ISLE, Chubbies, to Become ‘Solo Brands’

Solo Stove announced its recent acquisitions of Chubbies Shorts, Oru Kayak, and ISLE, creating a new brand — Solo Brands.

Written by Mary Murphy September 03, 2021

Witness Gulf of Alaska Whitewater in Boat-Camp-Surf ‘Flowstate’ Episode

Flowstate is one of NRS’ hallmark whitewater video series, following whitewater kayaker Brendan Wells on water-based adventures. Watch the latest episode.

Written by Mary Murphy August 13, 2021