Stand Up Paddle Trips

I have written a few articles this year about paddling in beautiful destinations like Southern California, and Florida. Paddling on the Great Lakes offers a unique blend of adventure, tranquility, and stunning natural beauty. I have grown up in between the Great Lakes my entire life (specifically Erie, and Ontario), and I am stoked to […]

Starboard ambassador Wim Pyl, founder of Mangata Adventure, a Belgium-based organization focused on combining adventure sports with environmental advocacy recently completed a remarkable 5-day SUP expedition in the Italian Alps. Driven by his commitment to environmental conservation, Pyl set out to explore the highest alpine lakes, collecting and analyzing water and snow samples for microplastics. […]

We are delighted to welcome 48 year old Mario La Mastra, an accomplished Italian SUP surfer and racer, to share his journey and experiences with us. Starting his stand-up paddleboarding journey casually in 2010, Mario has evolved into a dedicated competitor, driven by a deep passion for the sport. Over the years, he has attended […]

Southern California, the Golden State is renowned for its picturesque coastline and year-round sunshine, making it an ideal destination for paddling enthusiasts. With a diverse range of locations such as Dana Point, San Clemente, and San Diego, paddlers can explore sandy beaches, rugged cliffs, and vibrant marine life. The region’s mild climate allows for paddling […]

As Copenhagen gears up to host the 2024 ISA SUP World Championship in September, the city is set to welcome stand-up paddle athletes and enthusiasts from around the globe. Mia Nyegaard, who oversees culture and leisure at the Copenhagen City Hall, shares the inspiration behind hosting this prestigious event and the benefits it brings to […]

Nestled in the Atlantic Ocean, the Portuguese island of Madeira emerges as an idyllic paradise for stand-up paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. This enchanting destination, renowned for its rugged coastline, lush forests, and temperate climate, beckons adventurers to explore its pristine waters and breathtaking landscapes. Madeira is not only a haven for water sports enthusiasts […]

What does an elite SUP racer do after the last big race of a very busy race season? If your name is Blue Ewer then you keep travelling until you have got as far from your home base in Devon, England as you can get. Blue’s Winter saw him travel to Australia, New Caledonia and New Zealand, […]

Florida, US often referred to as the “Sunshine State,” boasts a plethora of paddling destinations that cater to adventurers of all levels. From the mangrove-lined waterways of the Everglades to the tranquil springs of Central Florida, the state offers a diverse array of landscapes for kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddle boarding. Paddlers can navigate […]

During the last week of March, I had the opportunity to join Seychelle SUP for her Women’s SUP & Love Wellness Retreat in Key Largo Florida, and wow… What a beautiful week we had! It was filled with many sunny days, dolphins, mangroves, palm trees, paddling, meditations, journaling, yoga, healthy nutritious food, and more. It […]

With SUP touring in the brand’s DNA, Yster SUP, the premium Swedish SUP brand based in Malmö, is taking another step to democratize stand-up paddleboarding expeditions by teaming up and providing its winning gear to power SUPdriven Expeditions, a new outdoor company offering guided SUP tours through wilderness areas in Sweden. Following our interview with […]

La Belgique, terre de paddle ? Alors que Vincent Claeskens nous a présenté la semaine dernière le programme du Belgian SUP Tour 2024, avec des compétitions de formats très variés, nous avons voulu en savoir plus sur le SUP en Belgique, et en particulier sur la pratique loisir et touring. Car oui, en Belgique, il y […]

Embark on a thrilling journey to the untouched wilderness of Norway’s Lofoten islands with renowned ultra-long-distance paddleboarder and adventurer Bart de Zwart. Last year in May, Bart left his sailboat in French Polynesia and traveled all the way to the North of Europe to paddle through the dramatic landscapes of the Lofoten archipelago on his […]

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with the Tiber Tour, an exhilarating 7-day expedition down the Tiber River, culminating in the historic city of Rome and celebrating this year its 45th edition! Beyond being a mere paddling excursion, the Tiber Tour is a jubilant ode to community, culture, and the stunning Italian outdoors from April 25 […]

Nature, adventure and freedom: that’s what awaits you if you decide to go on a stand-up paddle expedition. But you can’t improvise such an expedition! Even more so if you’re planning to spend several days bivouacking along the waterside. Food, hydration, clothing and equipment… you need to think of everything, without forgetting safety! To find […]