Mariecarmen Rivera Rivera: Tiny Monster World SUP Champion, Puerto Rican Athlete and an Inspiration for Women in Sport
World champion. Puerto Rican. Chiropractor. Professional athlete. Fierce competitor. Mariecarmen Rivera Rivera has established herself among the world's elite stand-up paddle racers, competing across sprint, technical and distance formats and […]
Inflatable or Rigid SUP Boards: Which Paddle Board Is Right for You?
One of the first decisions when buying a stand-up paddleboard is choosing between an inflatable and a rigid SUP. Both can get you on the water, but they offer very […]
Flat Deck vs. Recessed Deck vs. Dugout SUP Race Boards: How to Pick the Right Fit
If you are shopping for a SUP race board, one of the biggest decisions is not just length and width. Where you stand in relation to the waterline can dramatically […]
How to Rack Your SUP: The Best Roof Rack Options for Paddleboarders
One of the questions I hear from my SUP students all the time is, "How do you rack your paddleboard, and what kind of roof rack should I get?" It […]
The 3 Essential SUP Paddle Strokes Every Beginner Should Learn
The importance of paddling with your core and 3 basic stand up paddling strokes to master and paddle with ease.
Why StandUp Panama Is One of My Favorite Places to Paddle in the City When I Go Home
There are many beautiful places in the world to stand-up paddle, but StandUp Panama holds a very special place in my heart. Not only because of its spectacular location and […]
Paddle Boarding Warm Up Exercises and Stretches
A proper warm-up increases blood flow to your muscles, improves joint mobility, and prepares your body for the rotational movements used during every paddle stroke.
Why Timing Matters More Than Power in Stand-Up Paddle Boarding
One of the biggest mistakes beginner paddlers make is believing they need to paddle harder to go faster. In reality, the fastest and most efficient paddlers are not always the […]
Edonays Caballero, Panama has SUP World Champs
Some athletes grow up surrounded by the ocean and water sports. Edonays Caballero was not one of them. During his childhood and teenage years, he had no connection to the […]
Why Should I Take a Paddleboard Lesson Instead of Renting a Board?
If you've never been on a stand up paddleboard before, you may be wondering whether you should simply rent a board or book a lesson. While renting might seem like […]