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Getting Your Gear Strapped to Your Paddle Board for a Multi-Day SUP Trip By Paul Clark (SUPPAUL), aka “The Duffle Bag Paddle Boarder”  

SUPing the Poudre River

Wow, the runoff in Colorado this year has been long and strong! When we arrived in northern Colorado at the end of May, the rivers were already flowing abundantly.  The Filter Plant Section is one ...

Utah Paddling: Must-Visit Spots

Looking for a Stand Up Paddle Board spots in Utah? Our Hala Gear Ambassador shares a few must-see spots, where to camp, and when to go.

A Guide to SUP Fishing

Charles Waterman once said, “Most of the world is covered by water. A fisherman’s job is simple: to pick out the best parts.” As a fly fisherman and river runner, I have spent the entirety of my ad...

How to get into Whitewater SUP

Taking the first steps into whitewater SUP could be one of the most amazing things you will ever do - it can also be pretty scary. You might have many questions, including where do I start, what ki...

White Water SUP and Height Management

Whitewater Stand-up paddle boarding requires skills and techniques that are not found in flatwater situations. For example, height management is key to successfully navigating whitewater lines, wav...

To Leash, or Not to Leash?

That is the question when paddling whitewater on a SUP.

The 6 Best Whitewater Rivers in Montana

One of our Ambassadors, Chad Dokken, writes about his favorite stretches of whitewater in his home state of Montana.

Scotland: A Place Worth SUP'ing!

One of our Ambassadors, Jim Miller, writes about the beauty and challenges of whitewater SUP in his home country of Scotland.

10 Reasons You SHOULD Buy a SUP for your Family

You've scheduled the vacations, now it's time to get the toys for the trip. Here are 10 reasons why you NEED a SUP for your family.

5 Safety Tips for Whitewater SUP

Before you strap up and head out to the put-in, here are some basic suggestions to keep you out of danger while paddling.

Is a Carbon SUP More Rigid?

The short and long answer.

Is this the most playful downriver SUP ever?!

The latest addition to our board lineup

10 SUP Challenges for the New Year

10 SUP Challenges to increase your skills in 2022  

The Best Paddleboard Accessories 2021

The best paddleboard gadgets and gear 2021

What is Included in a Hala SUP Kit?

These full SUP packages really are the whole enchilada.

6 Reasons Why Athletes Love This Board

Why the Hala Playa is the the best board to stay fit with.

Fall Paddling is Where It's At!

Don’t pack away your SUP just yet. Tips for Fall paddling from Adi Carter.

How to Paddle Low Water

Low water is the perfect time to learn and push yourself. You can truly make the river your playground.

Why I Picked Up Paddling In 2020

SUP is the paddling (and outdoor) trend of the year. And Hala Gear's bookkeeper Colleen King jumped on board with it.