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Stand Up Paddle Surfing Global Tips and Techniques

How to cut your paddle to the right length

Tuesday, 17 February 2009 16:11
Some think that cutting a stand up paddle to the correct length is a bit of a dark art, but with the easy steps below you will be ready to go with a paddle that is exactly the right length for you. Read more Add comment (2) Hits: 2467

Choosing the right wave riding/ paddling equipment.

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Thursday, 18 September 2008 22:27

By Ivan van Vuuren
Photo Credit: www.Coreban.com

Stand Up Paddle Boarding is the fastest growing Watersports in the world. Cindy Crawford’s doing it; Kelly Slater’s doing it as well as many top kiters and windsurfers around the world. It is without a doubt one of the best forms of Cross- Training as it works the Core, legs and upper body all at the same time- plus it’s tons of fun.

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Getting the right Stand Up Paddle Boarding Equipment

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Thursday, 20 March 2008 14:54

What do I need to SUP ?

What SUP equipment should I get ? At its most basic you are going to need a board, a paddle and a leash. You can buy extras such as deck grip, or if you are short of cash you can use surf wax. It is also advisable to get some ding repair materials as well, just so you are prepared for any eventuality. Make sure that you get the correct repair material for the construction of your board (i.e. Epoxy repair for epoxy boards, normal resin for glass and resin boards).