Media & News

Attracting First-Timers

"Inflatable SUPs are expanding the paddlesports market."

"Hala Gear is making its sophomore appearance at OR with a seven-board collection."

"Hala Gear, a young Colorado SUP company, has designed a line of inflatable performance rigs that can rival competitors."

"The Nass is narrow at 31 inches wide, but stable at 6-inches thick, giving the board more flotation and stiffness than a standard 4-inch model."

"When Peter Hall cooked up the Butterknife double-bladed SUP paddle, fishing was far from his mind."

“In calm water, it’s stable enough to carry my coffee cup along for the ride."

“Last year, it was pretty uncommon to see people out on river or lake with a paddleboard...this year, I’m seeing more paddleboards out there."

"When Peter Hall found himself wanting a more versatile paddle for his board, he set out to invent one."