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.

Fall 2012 Swap Meet at DelMarVa Board Sport Adventures

Here is a great chance to buy or sell your used water sports gear and to take advantage of DelMarVa Board Sport Adventures sale.  Here is the link to register for the event with details below. http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?fb_source=message&oeidk=a07e6g4rfot72a085d6&llr=xalbncdab

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2012

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

BUY * SELL * TRADE

STAND UP BOARDS * WINDSURFING * KITE BOARDS * SKATEBOARDS * SURF BOARDS!
Bring your used gear to the Delmarva Board Sports large parking lot next to Harpoon Hanna’s & Rt. 54.

FREE to our customers and the general public. Dealers, Shops, Reps, and team riders are not invited unless you receive a personal invitation from us.

Store wide sale: Special Sale Prices from 10 a.m. - Noon on EVERYTHING in the
Store! $100 off all new SUPs in stock. 20% off everything else.

For more info give the shop a call 302.537.6500 ext. 4

OC locals represent at the 2012 Battle of the Paddle

OC locals Ron Gossard and Dawn Ehman had impressive 3rd place finishes respectively in their divisions at this years Battle of the Paddle at Doheny State Park in CA. This is quit an accomplishment with over 380 races competing in the Open class race.  The race scene here on Delmarva is just exploding and its great to see two of our own show up strong in the biggest race of the year!

How to choose a SUP fin

With so many fin choices out there it can be tough to chose the right fin for your board and conditions. This video gives a little insight that can help make that decision.
How To SUP: Choosing The Right Fin | SUP Magazine

DC Paddle for Humanity

Good luck to all the paddlers who will be attending the DC Watermans Paddle for Humanity tomorrow Saturday August 25, 2012. It looks to be a great event for a great cause.  http://www.paddleforhumanity.org/

Results from 2012 Battle on the Bay

With over 65 paddlers this years Battle on the Bay at Fagers Island in Ocean City, MD turned out to be the best and biggest race on Delmarva. A great time was had by all, congrats to all who participated and the winners of each division. Below are the results of the race.

UPDATED 3 miler OVERALL RESULTS Minutes
1 Brian Carl Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 33:48:00
2 Steven Michalos Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 35:07:00
3 Chris Willey Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 35:59:00
4 Cliff Willey Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 36:37:00
5 Shawn McDowell Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 37:00:00
6 Joe Magoon Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 37:26:00
7 Mike Willey Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 37:52:00
8 Chad Rogers Me...

n 3 miler 12-6 & Under 38:22:00
9 Nancy Breakstone Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 38:37:00
10 Brian Mueller Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 38:43:00
11 Wayne Shepherd Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 39:12:00
12 Jason Howell Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 39:29:00
13 Rachelle Samuel Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 39:49:00
14 Jessica Morgan Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 40:16:00
15 Dave Long Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 41:29:00
16 Lisa Long Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 41:34:00
17 Ben Posey Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 42:04:00
18 Garry Jakoby Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 42:06:00
19 Leigh Biggerman Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 42:21:00
20 Deborah Fattibene Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 43:02:00
21 Karl Walinskas Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 43:38:00
22 Patrick Lyden Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 44:20:00
23 Bill Thomson Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 44:48:00
24 Joe Gore Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 45:08:00
25 Jeff Quillen Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 46:05:00
26 Ron Boltz Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 47:00:00
27 Elaine Felding Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 48:40:00
28 Holly McCullogh Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 48:46:00
29 Colin Shenahan Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 49:19:00
30 Eric Keay Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 49:20:00
31 Janene Keay Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 49:39:00
32 Lisa Willey Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 52:03:00
33 Tracy Burnett Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 52:46:00
34 Mike Demartin Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 53:47:00
35 Jeff Brown Men 3 miler 12-6 & Under 54:04:00
36 Jessica Michaud Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 58:22:00
37 Robyn Yates Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 60:18:00
38 Shannon Mobilia Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 60:31:00
39 Kathy Kroesan Women 3 miler 12-6 & Under 62:16:00

 

6 miler Battle on the Bay 2012 Overall Results
Place First Name Last Name Gender Race Board Time(hr)
1 Denny Grant Men 6 miler 14 1:00:17
2 Basil Tydings Men 6 miler 14 1:01:45
3 Ron Gossard Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:02:28
4 Neil MacIndoe Men 6 miler 14 1:03:02
5 Robin Delgado Men 6 miler 14 1:03:15
6 Matt Catino Men 6 miler 14 1:03:27
7 Dave French Men 6 miler 14 1:03:31
8 Mark McCullogh Men 6 miler...

14 1:03:49
9 Sandy Deeley Men 6 miler 14 1:05:00
10 Brian Meyer Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:05:45
11 Nathan Bankson Men 6 miler 14 1:06:05
12 Ed Pierce Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:08:58
13 Beth Deeley Women 6 miler 12'6" 1:08:59
14 Ed Okinsky Men 6 miler 14 1:09:18
15 Larry Lubbers Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:10:51
16 Leann Dunbar Women 6 miler 12'6" 1:11:45
17 John Fox Men 6 miler 14 1:11:46
18 Frank Fumich Men 6 miler 12' & under 1:11:55
19 Mark Bandy Men 6 miler 14 1:13:29
20 Karen Apollony Women 6 miler 12'6" 1:11:45
21 Dominik Venderveen Men 6 miler 12'& under 1:14:45
22 Jay Seay Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:15:55
23 Rick Haden Men 6 miler 14 1:16:08
24 SoHyun Boo Men 6 miler 14 1:17:24
25 Chris Norman Men 6 miler 12' & under 1:18:59
26 Susan Seay Women 6 miler 12'6" 1:20:52
27 Dan Shenahan Men 6 miler 12'6" 1:29:59

 

2nd annual Battle on the Bay Race 8/19/12

OC SUP and Fitness will be hosting the 2nd Annual Battle on the Bay Race on August 19, 2012 at Fager's Island Restaurant at 10am.  All skill levels are welcome. There will be a 6 mile elite race and a 3 mile rec race with divisions for both 14', 12'6, 12', men and women. This really is a fun family event. Details below.

Event Details

Join us for the 2nd Annual Battle on the Bay, the same weekend as the DEW TOUR! This is an event that covers all levels of stand up paddleboarding. It is a full day of racing, eating, and enjoying a wonderful day on the bay at Fager’s Island Bar & Restaurant, 60^th St. & the Bay, Ocean City, MD.Proceeds from the event will go to the PJ Aldridge Cancer Foundation and Carol Kerstetter, a local from Ocean City, that is currently undergoing treatment for cancer.

The day will start off at 10am with a 6 mile ELITE Race and 3 mile FUN Recreational Race at 10 :02am. The course will be decided on race day based on current wind conditions to make it ideal for racers. Weather pending, it will be a flat water race with buoy turns and a great spectators event. Cash and prizes will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each category. Following the morning race, a DASH FOR CASH SUP RACE-a short sprint race with 1 buoy turn will take place. Followed by a fun short distance KIDS SUP Race.

After all the race will be food, drink and awards. There will also be some local vendors on site!!!

Bring the entire family for a wonderful day of racing, fun, food, & drink.

BATTLE ON THE BAY DAY-

8:30am-9:30am-Packet pick up & Race Day registration for 3 mile Rec Race & 6 mile Elite SUP race

9:45am-Meeting for Racers

10:00am-Start for 3 Rec Race & 6 mile Elite SUP Race

Dash for CASH to follow 10am Race, then KIDS SUP race!

Food, Awards & prizes to follow!

Please email dawnehman@yahoo.com with any questions.

Where to buy, rent, and learn SUP at the beach in Delaware and Maryland.

Stand up paddle boarding has really taken off here on Delmarva. There are numerous shops and locations to either buy, rent, or take lessons. Here is a list of a few of the places that are highly recommended. This is not a comprehensive list of all the shops in the area, just the ones that we have experience with and that will treat you right.

If you are in the west Ocean City area or downtown OC I highly recommend checking out Walk on Water located at 9808 Stephen Decatur Highway (410-289-8787). Owners Ron Gossard and Sandy Deeley are local elite racers who have tons of experience on the local and national race scene. They just don't sell SUP they live it. They offer lessons, rentals, and sales.

If you are in the midtown OC area check out OC Sup and Fitness. Owner Dawn Ehman is an elite women's racer, fitness instructor, yoga instructor, SUP instructor. Located at Fager's Island this is a perfect spot for your SUP adventure. Dawn also puts on the Surf Swap Challenge race and the Battle of the Bay. Watch out though, she may be the fastest female SUP racer in the area!! If your interested in SUP Yoga, boot camp etc.. this is the place to go.
 Giver her a call at 443-865-3109

If your in the uptown OC area or in lower Delaware than you have to check out Delmarva Board Sport Adventures. Located in Fenwick Island directly in front of Harpoon Hanna's. Delmarva Board Sports is owned and operated by Janis and George Markopoulos, two of the most stoked people you will ever meet. They offer sales, rentals, excursions, as well as windsurfing equipment and lessons.  Want to do SUP Yoga, paddle with the dolphins? This is your place. Their location is hard to beat. Give them a call at 302-537-6500.

If you are in the Lewes, Rehoboth, Dewey Beach area check out East of Maui at either of their 2 locations. They are a full service surf and SUP shop with a great product line and knowledgeable staff. They offer lessons and rentals out of their Lewes shop with easy access to the bay. 302-227-4703.

3rd annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis Sup Race video

Here is a recap video of the 3rd Annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis Sup race. The guys at SUP Annapolis put on a first class event and there was fun had by all. If you are new to racing or have never raced do not hesitate to sign up for one of the local races. Thanks to SUP Annapolis for a great time and the recap video. http://vimeo.com/46292792

3rd Annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis race tomorrow

Don't forget the 3rd annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis race is tomorrow July 14. Word is they already have 70 pre registered racers. Should be a great event. See you there! Details below.

Registration: 7:30am-8:30am (sign waivers, get contestant bag, buy raffle tixs, etc)
Racers meeting: 8:30am
Race start: 9AM
Event:3rd Annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis Sup Race
Date: Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM (ET)
Location:
1050 Deep Creek Avenue
Arnold, 21012
For more information click here:
3rd Annual Stand Up Paddle Annapolis Sup Race

Group paddle / race training 7/8/12

There will be a group paddle / race training tomorrow 7/8/12 at 12pm at Assawoman Wildlife Refuge. Meet at the Sassafras Landing. It will be your first dirt road on the left after you enter the park. It will be hot so bring plenty of water. A decent turnout is expected and it is a great way to meet other paddlers and train for the upcoming races.

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.