OT: Anyone know anything about SUP

[bcroslin]

Is this the site?

https://www.paddlesurfwarehouse.com/...d_buyers_guide

[malcolm]

I think that may be it. The site page looks a little different but the buyers guide looks familiar.

Google them for reviews. If it's the same place I spent about 20 minutes on the phone with a guy that was very knowledgeable.

If you've got a place to use them they are a lot of fun and decent exercise. I'm probably going to buy a couple this summer or fall. Over the past couple years I've hardly put my kayak in the water except for costal fishing it's been all SUP.

[pdmtong]

Originally Posted by Seramount

SUP is very big in AUS. tons of them out on Town Lake (aka Lake Lady Bird)...

looks boring to me. doesn't seem like a skill activity.

I'd much rather canoe or kayak or swim or ride my bike.

SUP on a flat body of water - boring unless you are into making a core workout for yourself.

Put same SUP on anything with chop, rollers or surf whether lake, river or ocean and its a whole 'nother world.

Kinda like saying riding a beach cruiser down a bike path is cycling...versus lift-assisted downhill on a 8" travel bike or railing a descent on your go fast road bike.

[OtayBW]

Originally Posted by bcroslin

A Yak might be good for me but I definitely want to get her something a little sportier. We've rented SUP's in the past and she was up and cruising before I was and I used to surf some as a teenager.

Oh boy - why not get her a narrow beam west Greenland style sea kayak with plenty of rocker and an ocean cockpit. It'll be plenty sporty...

[bcroslin]

Originally Posted by pdmtong

SUP on a flat body of water - boring unless you are into making a core workout for yourself.

Put same SUP on anything with chop, rollers or surf whether lake, river or ocean and its a whole 'nother world.

Kinda like saying riding a beach cruiser down a bike path is cycling...versus lift-assisted downhill on a 8" travel bike or railing a descent on your go fast road bike.

That's the beauty of where I'm at - we have the gulf, the bay with miles of mangrove trails and even clear water rivers full of manatees.

[William]

These guys are also a good place to check out. They also put out lots of review videos as well.

http://www.paddleboardspecialists.com

Review videos...
https://www.youtube.com/user/supspecialists








William

[pmac]

If you like to be able to see what you're buying, REI carries them. Not a huge selection, and to the aficionado this might be like going to REI for a bike, but the BIC SUP boards work well.

[William]

Originally Posted by pmac

If you like to be able to see what you're buying, REI carries them. Not a huge selection, and to the aficionado this might be like going to REI for a bike, but the BIC SUP boards work well.

Bic Ace Tech Wing is a good all a rounder at a decent price point. Fairly durable as well.











William

[bcroslin]

Originally Posted by pmac

If you like to be able to see what you're buying, REI carries them. Not a huge selection, and to the aficionado this might be like going to REI for a bike, but the BIC SUP boards work well.

If only there was an REI in FL....

I'm pretty sure there's a few Bic dealers in my neck of the woods. Seems like Surftech is also plentiful as well.

[William]

Originally Posted by bcroslin

If only there was an REI in FL....

I'm pretty sure there's a few Bic dealers in my neck of the woods. Seems like Surftech is also plentiful as well.

Definitely buy local if you can. Good to support local shops, plus if there are any issues they can handle it right there for you.


Have fun, but be careful...

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Your perhaps, life-less, stressed spirit is re-purposed and re-passioned after a longing it didn�t even know existed outside of your desk, or your todo list. �Stand-up-paddle-itis� is inflammation of your core existence to get outside, to get fresh air, to paddle, and to stand.
To understand further, here are symptoms related to �Stand-up-paddle-itis�:
1. A constant craving to paddle
2. Persistent daydreams about paddling and places to paddle
3. Night visions and dreams about paddling
4. Trouble concentrating due to the mind so absorbed with all things SUP
5. Obsessive compulsive behaviors about saving money for a SUP
6. Dominating conversations with friends all about your recent SUP experience
7. Reliving your first SUP experience over and over in your brain
8. Unfulfilled by normal daily tasks that don�t measure up to SUP
9. Anxiety caused by going more than 2-3 days without paddling
10. insomnia and sleepless nights waiting for morning so you can paddle
11. depression setting in when going more than several months without paddling
12. low vitamin D from limited outdoor sun exposure on a SUP
�and there is many more symptoms, but these are the most typically seen in my practice, (and in my own issues with the condition.) The sad fact is that many individuals let their �Stand-up-paddle-itis� go untreated. While they would love to purchase their own board, or attend the weekly tours and classes, life and finances sometimes can get in the way. However, you should know that if it is left untreated, it can have very negative effects on your life and your daily habits.

Here are 6 ways �Stand-up-paddle-itis� can destroy someone�s life when paddling is not occurring as often as it should:......


http://www.standupzone.com/forum/ind...html#msg233479

William

[spiderman]

A Chesapeake light craft SUP (Kaholo 16)
...it's a blast...
This is me catching my balance
After my dobeboy jumped off
When we beached it!

...and yes I am wearing the lbs kit--
Our group of four
Just returned from a 40 mile ride for lunch.
(See top 12 list above)

http://www.clcboats.com/shop/boats/s...ddleboard.html

[William]

Originally Posted by spiderman

A Chesapeake light craft SUP (Kaholo 16)
...it's a blast...
This is me catching my balance
After my dobeboy jumped off
When we beached it!

...and yes I am wearing the lbs kit--
Our group of four
Just returned from a 40 mile ride for lunch.
(See top 12 list above)

http://www.clcboats.com/shop/boats/s...ddleboard.html

Dobe Surf!

I've looked into those Kaholo kits from CLC, I think they are pretty slick. One of these days I would like to pick one up and build it myself.

Don't apologize about the kit, I've been known to wear my Zank jersey on long paddles...the pockets come in handy.









William

[Jeff N.]

I'm a big guy...saving up for a 12' Hobie. They make beautiful boards. Then it's off to Mission Bay.

[William]

Originally Posted by Jeff N.

I'm a big guy...saving up for a 12' Hobie. They make beautiful boards. Then it's off to Mission Bay.

How big is big?

As a card carrying Clydesdale, one truism I�ve learned is that most things are made with little thought to us big guys. In SUP�s, they are mostly geard to the sweet spot of 160 to 180 pounds. Sure, many say they can handle up to such and such weight, but the sweet spot of the board is under most Clydesdales weight. I�ve tried a lot of boards since I got into SUP�ing, and I�ve flipped a lot of boards. Even very high end boards that are highly regarded, but just didn�t handle well for my size. It�s taken me a while to figure out what I like and what I need to handle my weight and height and still perform well. The good thing is, with the growth of the sport, and constant design changes from year to year, it�s a buyers market out there which is more cost effective in figuring out what you like and need. I�ve finally dialed what I like and need and have a few boards that meet that criteria in one way or another. Unlimited's (over 14�) are pretty rare around here but that will be the next thing I try out. Custom is an option as well but I�m not quite ready to make that jump.

For my 6� 6� tall, 260 pound build�

Length: 14� or more.
Volume: 290 and up.
Bow: Displacement (I like the bow to punch through chop instead of slapping and pearling you get from a planing bow)
Width: 27� - 30�

Hobie makes some nice boards. I saw a nice Unlimited for sale on the West coast but getting it out here would be sketchy at 18� long. Their Apex 14�s look nice right now.







William

[malcolm]

Originally Posted by William

How big is big?

As a card carrying Clydesdale, one truism I�ve learned is that most things are made with little thought to us big guys. In SUP�s, they are mostly geard to the sweet spot of 160 to 180 pounds. Sure, many say they can handle up to such and such weight, but the sweet spot of the board is under most Clydesdales weight. I�ve tried a lot of boards since I got into SUP�ing, and I�ve flipped a lot of boards. Even very high end boards that are highly regarded, but just didn�t handle well for my size. It�s taken me a while to figure out what I like and what I need to handle my weight and height and still perform well. The good thing is, with the growth of the sport, and constant design changes from year to year, it�s a buyers market out there which is more cost effective in figuring out what you like and need. I�ve finally dialed what I like and need and have a few boards that meet that criteria in one way or another. Unlimited's (over 14�) are pretty rare around here but that will be the next thing I try out. Custom is an option as well but I�m not quite ready to make that jump.

For my 6� 6� tall, 260 pound build�

Length: 14� or more.
Volume: 290 and up.
Bow: Displacement (I like the bow to punch through chop instead of slapping and pearling you get from a planing bow)
Width: 27� - 30�

Hobie makes some nice boards. I saw a nice Unlimited for sale on the West coast but getting it out here would be sketchy at 18� long. Their Apex 14�s look nice right now.







William

Paddle boards like all things that float are weight dependent. Often people that sell them don't realize that. At 260 a board that does well for even a 200lber won't perform well for you. You need buoyancy to accommodate your weight. I know you know but putting it out there for others to consider before letting a 180 pounder sell them a board.