Both kayaks and paddleboards offer a ton of freedom and fun on the water. They can be used for all-around paddling, transportation, for fishing and touring. They go so far together that they can be used in the whitewater! But, there are some major differences between the two. In terms of recreational activities – kayaks can’t be used for surfing, and paddleboards are not as safe for open water touring. To get a better overview of both of their pros and cons, we have put together a paddleboard vs kayak comparison.   Increasing popularity Its not only that people have more free time to spen ..read more

Although paddleboards might look similar in their outlook, each of their type is designed for a specific purpose. In this overview – we are going to explain some of the downsides of each SUP type out there. Main SUP types All-around / Touring & Adventure / Yoga & Cruising / Fishing & Expedition / Race & Performance Multi-person / Tandem / Youth & Kids’ / Whitewater & River / Surfing / Kayak SUP / Electric Read more – 15 Types of SUPs We are also going to overlook some of ..read more

Average SWIMMING speed:  1.7 knots / 2 mph / 3.2 km/h Average KAYAKING speed: 2 knots / 2.3 mph / 3.7 km/h Average PADDLEBOARDING speed: 3–4 knots / 3.5–4.6 mph / 5.6 – 7.4 km/h Average ROWBOAT speed: 3–4 knots / 3.5–4.6 mph / 5.6 – 7.4 km/h Maximum ROWBOAT speed: 12.1 knots / 14 mph / 22.55 km/h Maximum KAYAKING speed: 5.3 knots / 6.5 mph / 10.55 km/h Maximum PADDLEBOARDING speed: 8.1 knots knots / 9.34 mph / 15,45 kmh/h Maximum SWIMMING speed:  5.2 knots / 6mph / 9.6km/h   NOTES Average + Maximum ÷ 2 = Swimming: 3 mph Kayaking: 4,4 mph Paddleboarding: 6.6 mph 1-person Row ..read more

Among the 20 different types of bicycles out there, it’s the cruiser that is the most popular among surfers and paddleboarders. What’s there not to like about a bike that’s mainly built for comfort and ease of use? After all, that’s often what most cyclists are after in a bicycle – to commute freely and easily. Down below we’ll be discussing the key factors why you should, and shouldn’t choose a cruiser bicycle as a surfer or paddleboarder. Characterized by 26″ wheels and oversized tires, a large double-spring saddle, and a mustache type handlebar. Cruiser bicycles are the epitome of comfort ..read more

What has success to do with surfing, a sport where the participant is simply gliding down the breaking wave? Or, how come the average surfer doing better than the rest? The short answer is that they have to master a long list of unpredictable factors, follow some rules that are set by nature, fail a thousand times, overcome many fears, and maintain a strong physical and mental well-being. That’s not something everyone’s willing to put themselves through to gain satisfaction, but by the end of the day, ALL of those habits listed below are likely to transfer over to a successful personality. Ris ..read more

Water covers approximately 71% of the earth’s surface, and the human body consists of 60% water. It’s normal that we are unconsciously pulled toward the liquid world. Water is an element that many of us have distanced ourselves over time, but luckily, you’ll be up for a pleasant surprise each time you make your way towards it. After all, water is known as the blood of the earth. Spending some time by the ocean, sea, lake, rivers, estuaries, or even by a bond – there are tons of hidden benefits many of us aren’t totally aware of. Have a look at some of the most popular activities that can becom ..read more

Have you thought about getting paid for surfing, and not by competing, but by simply sharing your knowledge of this one of the most rewarding sports out there? If so, you’ve come to the right place as we’ll be overlooking some of the ways to make your dream come true. Surf jobs are not wide-spread, but go much more word-to-mouth. It’s not that surf shops wouldn’t advertise their listings, but there are often Is it a good idea to combine surfing with work? Let’s all agree on the fact that most water-related folks are quite active and often intense. Whether it’ll be sailing, fishing, kayaking ..read more

The history of stand-up paddleboarding is believed to have originated out of large watercraft used for fishing, transportation, and later for lifeguarding. In this review, we are going to divide the history of people paddling on large boards into two categories: Historic and Modern. Modern (20th century) Historic. (from 1000 B.C.) Roots of paddleboarding date back to: Peru – 1,000 BC (3,000 years) Modern stand-up paddleboarding was popularized: Hawaii – 1960s California – 2005 Sources stand-up-paddle-board.net/us/supblog/sups-history/ en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paddleboarding/ hawaiianpaddlesport ..read more

Paddleboard, known as the stand-up paddleboard (SUP), is sporting and leisure equipment, a vessel that’s designed to be propelled on the waterline by a single-bladed paddle. Paddling is mainly done on the paddleboard while standing at the center part of the board, while beginner paddlers like to kneel on the board. SUP = Stand-Up Paddleboard SUP = Stand-Up Paddleboarding SUPs = Stand-Up Paddle Boards Origins. It is believed that the history of stand-up paddling dates back to 1,000BC (3,000 years ago) in Peru, where the fisherman used Caballitos de Totora, made out of reed, for fishing. The mo ..read more

These three seemingly similar recreations – kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding, share as much in common as they differ from one another. All of these vessels can be paddled on the waterline for leisure, fishing, touring, fitness, and many other purposes. These watercrafts each have their own unique set of features that make them perform differently. Take a look at the comparison review below which works as a guide to choosing between kayak, canoe, or SUP.   What is a SUP? Stand Up Paddleboard is a small water vessel for leisure or fitness purposes where the paddleboarder is standing o ..read more