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Rio Grande Portfolio

The never-ending search for the next best low-flow desert run.

The Best SUP Gear from Paddlesports Retailer

"The crew at Hala Gear always has some new innovation cooking."

Things We Like: Surfing Whitewater in Colorado

"The sensation of whitewater surfing is something like flying across the surface of the water, even though you’re barely moving."

What to Look For in a Whitewater SUP

"Capable of expedition paddling or simple out for a day trip, the Radito is one of the most versatile whitewater SUPs on the market."

Terry and Lance Ostrom Circumnavigate Palau, Micronesia, on SUPs

"Father-and-son locals Terry and Lance Ostrom found themselves on an eight-day paddle in February through a remote archipelago."

The Newest Gear from Colorado-Based Outdoor Companies

"Though Hala came to popularity with whitewater SUP athletes, they are now moving into the ocean surfing territory."

Demo Day Kicks Off Outdoor Retailer Summer Market

"Hala Gear was giving retailers a chance to take new iterations of the Peno and Playita SUPs onto the water."

Necessary Summer Accessories

"If you are looking for a paddleboard that can do a little bit of everything, the Hala Straight Up is the answer to it all."

The 2018 Summer Peak Gear Awards

The Hala Gram won Elevation Outdoor's 2018 Summer Peak Award.

Riding The Wave

"I wasn't trying to start a business; I just wanted a new way to run the river"

Colorado-Made Summer Gear Essentials

"At only 22 pounds, the Rival Playa is one of the lightest SUP boards ever made by Hala Gear."

The Hala Radito is One Rad Inflatable SUP

"Bottom line, the Hala Radito is one highly versatile SUP."

Why an Inflatable SUP is the Right Choice for You

"For most recreational paddlers, a well designed inflatable SUP will perfectly suit your needs and is a better option than a hard board."

Review: 2018 Carbon Nass

"The carbon fiber eliminated the bounce I feel on my other inflatable when paddling whitewater."

2017 Paddlesports Retailer Recap

"Hala has branched out into the recreational SUP market now, with an insanely cool new feature that should bring joy to all inflatable SUP fans."

Hottest New Boards From 2017 Paddlesports Retailer

"Hala has come up with a solution to this issue by adding a carbon fiber weave stringer on all of their new boards."

Hala Gear Debuts Slew of Inflatable SUP Surf Designs

"Hala Gear has rolled out a new line of high-performance inflatable SUPs designed for shredding river and ocean waves."

Summer Holidays on the Hala Daze

"At almost 12 feet long and four feet wide the Hala Daze changes the options for a self-supported overnight SUP."

High-Performance Inflatable Designs for Standup Surfers

"Carbon construction, low-volume rails, distinctive shapes, and tip-to-tail rocker make Hala's surfing SUPs perform like no other."

Review: 2017 Carbon Playa

"The Playa is a board you can grow with."