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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.