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Here's how to choose the right equipment for your stand-up paddleboarding session
By now you've either heard of the ever-popular water sport stand-up paddleboarding, or you've seen people paddling on the water while standing up. Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport full of physical activity and relaxation at the same time. Yes, it's true. If you have never practiced water sports before, you can not only have fun on the water with your friends, but also be surprised by the benefits it has to offer. A 2016 study of novice SUP participants found cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and psychological improvements after three one-hour sessions over a six-week period. That is …
Here's how to choose the right equipment for your stand-up paddleboarding session
By now you've either heard of the ever-popular water sport stand-up paddleboarding, or you've seen people paddling on the water while standing up. Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is a water sport full of physical activity and relaxation at the same time. Yes, it's true.
If you have never practiced water sports before, you can not only have fun on the water with your friends, but also be surprised by the benefits it has to offer.
A 2016 study of novice SUP participants found cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, and psychological improvements after three one-hour sessions over a six-week period. This is both a physical and mental health improvement from simply trying stand-up paddleboarding.
So if you're curious to get out on the water and experience the benefits of SUP, you need to make sure you have the essentials to provide a fun and safe experience.
In addition to hiring a qualified trainer, you also need the right equipment that will not only ensure your safety but also ensure a great experience. From boards to safety equipment, ISLE's vice president is there for you.
Jimmy Blakeney, vice president of product at ISLE and Paddlesports and instructor at ACA, is here to guide beginners to their best paddleboarding experience ever with his recommendations for the best stand-up paddleboarding equipment.
Why You Shouldn’t Go “Cheap” When Buying Stand Up Paddleboarding Equipment
Not all SUP equipment is created equal, Blakeney explains. “With the cheaper stuff, you get what you pay for,” he says. “One of the things you get when you buy cheap is the lowest quality accessories possible because that’s what keeps the price so low.”
Whether it's a backpack, paddle or leash - everything that comes with the kit is cheap and thin.
- Eine gute Erinnerung: Wählen Sie die Marken, die es schon am längsten gibt und die für ihre Qualitätsprodukte bekannt sind. Tolle Produkte bedeuten ein tolles Erlebnis.
How to choose the right paddleboard
- Besorgen Sie sich kein zu kleines Board: Eine einfache Faustregel bei der Auswahl eines Boards besteht darin, ein Board nach der Kapazität auszuwählen (die größte Person, die das Board regelmäßig nutzen wird). Dadurch können alle Parteien und Gewichtsklassen das Board effektiv nutzen.
If a man who weighs 250 pounds and a woman who weighs 120 pounds buy a board with a weight capacity of 300 pounds, the woman will feel like she is on land while paddling. The man will feel a little wobbly on the board at first, but will soon find the rhythm, making the board a good choice for both of them. If this board was suitable for a 120 pound woman, the 250 pound man would not have a good first time SUP experience. Always choose the highest weight capacity for the best results/experience.
- Merken Sie sich: „Je näher man der empfohlenen Höchstgewichtskapazität kommt, desto anspruchsvoller wird der Einstieg“, sagt Blakeney. „Es ist eine Lernkurve, und mit dem richtigen Board kriegst du den Dreh raus – solange dein Board nicht zu klein ist.“
- Entscheiden Sie sich für ein Hardboard: Hartbretter gleiten besser als ihre aufblasbaren Gegenstücke und können für speziellere Zwecke wie Rennen oder Touren geformt werden. Das Beste an Hardboards, erklärt Blakeney, ist, dass sie sich nicht „biegen“ oder einen „Taco-Effekt“ unter Ihren Füßen erzeugen, wie dies bei aufblasbaren Boards der Fall ist und eine Biegung in der Mitte des Boards erzeugt. Auf einem Hartbrett haben Sie mehr Stabilität und sorgen so für ein besseres Paddleboard-Erlebnis.
With this, Blakeney explains, ISLE has brought a new technology to the market: inflatable hardboards, which bridge the gap between hardboards and inflatable boards. They are about 300% stiffer than a regular inflatable boat, giving you the best of both worlds. (No “taco-ing” under your feet while remaining stable).
How to choose the right paddle
“A bad paddle is a bad day on the water,” Blakeney says. So when choosing a paddle, remember that a quality paddle will make a big difference in your SUP experience.
However, choosing a top-notch paddle isn't just about the material it's made of. While aluminum is considered good, fiberglass is considered even better, and carbon is considered the best, the problem is that you can't choose a paddle simply based on the material it's made of. Why? Some of the paddles that are considered “good” (aluminum) can actually be great.
So how do you choose a reliable, high-quality paddle? Blakeney recommends choosing a reputable brand – one that has been around for a long time and has a long history in the sport.