Wear your PFD'S!!!

Many people new to stand up paddling may not know what is required equipment on their local waterways. It's a safe bet that a personal flotation device is needed as well as a whistle. Besides being smart to have in many places if you don't have the required PFD it could lead a fine. I like a waist belt PFD like the Stearns Sospenders. It is light weight and doesn't interfere with paddling.

Stand Up Annapolis race 7/14/2012

On July 14, 2012 Stand Up Paddle Annapolis will be hosting their 3rd annual stand up paddle race. The race will be held at Deep Creek Restaurant in Arnold just over the bay bridge. Last year they had over 60 racers so expect an even better turnout this year. Race starts at 9am. Race registration and info can be found at http://supannapolis-race.eventbrite.com/ . See you there!!

Kent Island SUP Race

Another great SUP race today on Delmarva in Kent Island. The Kent Island Outrigger and Canoe Club held its annual race at the Kent Island Yacht Club. The SUP race had it's usual surfboard, 12'6, and 14' divisions with a 3 and 6 mile course. A very strong turnout of paddlers was complemented by a beautiful day and great venue. Congrats to Ocean City, MD locals Ron Gossard for finishing 1st in the Elite 6 mile race and Dawn Ehman for finishing 2nd in the women's Elite 6 mile. Thanks to the Kent Island Outrigger and Canoe club for putting on another great event. Next area race will be in Annapolis in July.

Jim Terrell (Quickblade) talks board classes

An interesting take on SUP racing board classes. As the sport continues to grow and equipment evolves so does the potential need for a defined set of rules or classifications. Here is Jim Terrell's from Quickblade giving his take. Thanks too SUPracer.com for the video.

Kent Island SUP race

6 days until the next SUP race on Delmarva. The Kent Island Outrigger and Canoe Club will be holding it's annual race on 6/16/2012 at the Kent Island Yacht Club. Registration starts at 8:30am and the race starts at 10:00am. For directions see www.kiyc.org

Landshark Lager Fin-tastic Voyage

Look for the Landshark Lager Fin-tastic Voyage coming to Ocean City MD on June 16, 2012. Looks like a full day of beach cleanup, beer tasting, and a paddle clinic with Danny Ching from 404. http://www.fintasticvoyage.com/events.html

Thanks for visiting SUP Delmarva

Thanks for visiting SUP Delmarva. We hope to be able to provide a blog where paddlers in and around Delmarva can find info on local races, training, paddle groups, equipment, local shops, and other fun SUP info. All are welcome as long as you can stand on your own two feet!