Sam OBrien
Water sports are generally incredibly inclusive. Nine times out of ten, your size and weight won’t stop you from participating in things like kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding. But I’m afraid the same can’t be said for life jackets. The thing is, everyone keeps pointing out how absolutely vital it … Read more
Technically speaking, you only need a SUP board and a paddle – and a life jacket – to get into paddle boarding. These are considered the fundamental components of SUP equipment for a reason. But there’s a way to make paddle boarding even more fun – and a lot safer, … Read more
Stand-up paddleboarding started gaining a lot of attention from water sports enthusiasts around the world in the early 2000s – and that hype is yet to show any signs of slowing down, let alone dying out. If anything, SUPs are becoming more popular by the day. And for someone new … Read more
If you’re looking to get into kayaking, what’s the first thing you’ll need? Well, obviously, it’s the kayak. I could hear that “Well, duh!” all the way from here. The answer to that question was obvious enough. However, the answer to a question like “Where to buy a kayak?” might … Read more
Stand-up paddleboarding sounds like the ideal summertime activity, doesn’t it? But here’s what you might not realize: You can actually take your SUP to the water any day of the year – you’re not limited to the warm summer months. You do have to know what to wear paddle boarding … Read more
When it comes to fishing, there is so much gear involved. Plus, everyone is always advising you to get this and saying you must buy that. That can be confusing – and, not to mention, drain your budget. And as much as I hate being one of those “You absolutely … Read more
Do you know what I love the most about water sports – besides the cool relief of jumping into the water on a summer day, that is? The mind-blowing level of versatility they offer. Hear me out: You get to have fun – and lots of it – in, on, … Read more
I know that it doesn’t seem like there’s much to the anatomy of a stand-up paddle board. It’s just a surfboard-like thing with a fin (or a few) at the bottom that’s propelled by a paddle, right? Not so fast. While I must admit that some components are pretty much … Read more
I know you are always on the lookout for the newest, most exciting spot to go paddle boarding – but let’s face facts here: Finding new places to go paddle boarding near me takes quite a bit of time. It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an experienced paddler; … Read more
Inflatable kayaks are generally a great starter option. I mean, why would you spend money on a full-sized hardshell kayak when you can get reliable performance, lightweight construction, and portability of an inflatable – and at a fraction of the cost, too? Two-person inflatable kayaks only prove my point: Hard-shell … Read more
You got yourself a kayak – and now you want to know what the best spots are to try it out, right? With giants like the Missouri River and Colorado River, the Great Lakes of North America, and no shortage of bay areas, you certainly have your options. But where … Read more
Paddleboards are made from different materials, come in a range of shapes and sizes – and are designed with a range of potential uses in mind. Don’t get me wrong; having so many options is a good thing – if you know what you want from a SUP. But for … Read more
