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
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
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
Is paddle boarding hard? Or is paddle boarding easy? Well, no, it’s not. Paddle boarding is generally among the most accessible water sports to get into, but it’s not effortless, either. It depends. And as with any other type of on-the-water activity, having the right equipment and learning the proper … Read more
What do you wear under a wetsuit? That’s an understandable question for someone who’s in the process of getting their first wetsuit – or just looking to learn more about how to wear the one they’ve got. As for the answer… Well, it depends. The type of activity you’re using … Read more
You picked a fishing kayak, rigged it with all the right gear – tackle boxes, swiveling rod holders, and all that – and have your eyes set on a specific fish species. You can’t wait to cast a line and kick off your weekend fishing trip. Not so fast. Before … Read more
If you were ever involved in any kind of on-the-water sports, the chances are you’ve used – or, at the very least, seen other people use – neoprene-made gear. Neoprene and watersports go well like peanut butter and jelly. But even if you did, how much do you honestly know … Read more
Have you noticed how kayaking is sometimes perceived as an expensive hobby for adrenaline junkies? I sure did. That’s why I’m thrilled to see that people are slowly starting to see kayaking for what it truly is: A way to spend quality time in nature, have insane amounts of fun … Read more
