Tag Archives: Standup paddle boarding

SUP vs wingsuiting

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Loco stand up paddle boarding recently got in touch wanting a series of articles a little different to normal. The brand required something appealing to SUPers but also attractive to ‘other’ extreme sports aficionados – tricky! I think I’ve cracked … Continue reading →

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Fanatic Air 12ft iSUP review

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

It’s one of those inflatable stand up paddle boards again – they’re everywhere at the moment! In fact certain industry types are saying they may be the true growth area of the sport – no doubt time will tell on … Continue reading →

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5 UK SUP spots that kick ass

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Stand up paddle boarding is a diverse beast and the UK offers a huge choice of locations depending on what part of the sport you fancy having a bash at. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a staunchly committed wave head or a … Continue reading →

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Loco 8.11ft and 8.4ft comparison review

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

I was recently asked by Loco SUP to write a comparison review of their 8.11ft and 8.4ft surf SUP shapes. These two sticks are the brand’s ‘go to’ models for advanced riders who want to rip and shred. The two … Continue reading →

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Top 5 global SUP crossings

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Everyone loves a challenge and SUPers are no different. If there’s a stretch of water, no matter how great the distance, then you can bet your bottom dollar stand up paddlers will be on it, have paddled it or are … Continue reading →

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Travel tips for stand up paddle boarders

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Travelling with stand up paddle boards can be a hassle due to the sheer over-sized nature of the kit needed. Airlines these days don’t make the situation any easier. And yet, we as paddlers still want to head off into the big … Continue reading →

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Stand up paddle boarding – the perfect crossover sport

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

Stand up paddle boarding is a great way to get more time on the water. Yet, there are still those who haven’t yet taken the plunge. When the wind refuses to play ball, swell has disappeared and all the water … Continue reading →

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ISA SUP and Paddleboard Champs 2013

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

The ISA SUP and Paddleboard Champs were recently held out in Peru and the action came thick and fast. Anyone watching via the live streaming would have been treated to some seriously progressive SUP surfing and nail biting SUP racing. The UK performed admirably but … Continue reading →

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Create your own monster!

Posted on August 22, 2012 by Tez Plavenieks

Tony Crook – sunny, cold SUP I’ve created a monster… Just over a year ago I decided to take a work friend out for a float. Of all the sports I do SUP (standup paddle boarding) was always going to … Continue reading →

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