Race season

Race season is upon us here on Delmarva. We are lucky enough to have a couple more races this season withing short driving distance. Below is a list of the upcoming races. More to come as they are announced. Sign up early and show your support.

5/18- Warrior Paddle http://warriorpaddlerace.eventbrite.com/#

6/2- Surf Swap Challenge http://surfswapchallenge-es2.eventbrite.com/?rank=1#

6/8- Holo Niu & Holo Tiki (KIOCC)/ 4th Annual Sup Annapolis Race http://supannapoliskioccrace-es2.eventbrite.com/?rank=1#

6/22- Cape SUP Challenge http://capesupchallenge.com/

6/29- Paddle Fenwick http://paddlefenwick.com/

NightSup is whats up

NightSup takes stand up paddleboarding to a whole new level.  Words cannot describe the feeling of gliding over the water in the dark while your board shines light into the water below and around you. You will be amazed as sea life that could never be seen before gets attracted to you and your board.  Delmarva Board Sport Adventures is the exclusive NightSup dealer on Delmarva.  They offer signature tours that will take your breath away and can even install the NightSup lights on your stand up paddleboard. For more information contact  www.delmarvaboardsportadventures.com/  302-537-6500.

 

Support your local SUP shop!

Here are my 5 reasons why I think it's important to shop local for your SUP and not buy off of the internet.

1. You may be able to surf the web but you can't paddle on it.
2. There is nothing like trying a board before buying.
3. The level of customer service you receive at your local shop is priceless.
4. Why risk shipping damage and the high cost of getting the board to your house.
5. Support the local economy and shops that are supporting stand up paddling.

Looking for a used SUP?

If you are looking for a used board on Delmarva look no further than Delmarva Board Sport Adventures. Check out the link below for great deals on a wide variety of used boards. Stop into their Rt 54 location in Fenwick Island to check them out.
http://www.delmarvaboardsportadventures.com/used-paddle-boards/

2013 Carolina Cup

The website for the 2013 Carolina Cup is up and running. The schedule of events are listed below with 5 days of activities. Besides being the biggest race on the east coast it will host clinics from the best names in the industry including Danny Ching, Candice Appleby, Anthony Vela, and Jim Terrell. Along with the clinics and race Paddlefit will be holding certification classes and Lazy Dogs Yoga will be having a Sup Yoga certification course as well. See you there!
http://wrightsvillebeachpaddleclub.com/schedule-of-events/

SUP to work with Boardworks team rider Cyril Burguiere

Boardworks Team SUP racer Cyril Burguiere shows us his daily SUP and bike commute in Portland, OR.

2012 Year End Wrap Up From Riviera Paddlesurf Crew

2012 year end wrap video from the guys at Riviera Paddlesurf

Quickblades Jim Terrell's Paddle Stroke Breakdown

Great video with Jim Terrell of Quickblade discussing proper paddle technique and breaking down some of the elite paddlers strokes.

Off season SUP training

The importance of off season SUP training cannot be stressed enough. Whether you want to stay in top shape for the upcoming race season or want to keep that look you worked so hard to get paddling all summer off season training is a must. Whether you cannot get out on the water due to injury, location, or the weather conditions there are many things you can do from the comfort of your own home. I have found that the Indo Board and Indo Flo cushion help greatly with balance and working your core in many of the same ways as stand up paddling.  Add weights and kettlebells while using the Indo Board and you can incorporate strength training along with working on your balance. Another great product you can use at home is the Bosu Balance Trainer. Just turn the ball over and stand on the flat side and it works in a similar fashion as the Indo Board. Don't let the winter or being stuck inside get you down and out of shape. If your interested in learning any of the exercises that can be done let me know and I would be happy to help.