@@YiannisA Nice! Honestly, the biggest tip when transitioning to a narrower board is just putting in the time and practice. Start off paddling in calmer flat water conditions and simply get use to the movement of the board while working on keeping good form. Once your body is use to balancing in calm conditions then work on paddling in rougher conditions to improve from there. There will probably still be a lot of falling involved but continue to put in the practice and you'll see improvements!
I went from an inflatable to a Bote solid SUP. I have a lot of upper back pain after a ride - I think I’m standing too far upright and not using my core. I’m definitely using my arms and shoulders they get tired.
Good video, thanks! Most people overestimate their swimming skills, go out without floatation aid or leash. A man died a few weeks ago who went out with his girlfriend on one board, they had a beef and he wanted to swim to shore. I've seen another one almost die, about 50 meters from the shore, they were playing with a ball, there was a little wind, he started swimming after the ball, for a minute or so, the wind kept blowing the ball. Finally he reached it but then he got exhausted fighting for his life holding onto the ball, lifeguards got him out. So, get a PFD and a leash, maybe it's less "cool" but better be a less cool living person than a dead (literally) cool one.
Fantastic video Ethan! Really generous of you to walk through the basics in such detail. Lots of great tips that I'll be coming back to in the weeks to come as I start my SUP journey.
I’d add on the safety side of things to not go out alone without someone else knowing where you’ll be paddling and when you should be back - and to consider having a phone and waterproof pouch in case you need a way to call for help. Great vid!
Excellent excellent instruction. Someone who knows exactly what they’re talking about, as apposed to someone who thinks they know what they’re talking about. I salute you Sir.
Loving watching Paddle board tutorial. Planning to go for vacation next year in the Philippines Boracay. This is good for me to learn before 😊😊😊I get on the top of the board. Thanks Ethan.
Purchasing two paddle boards tomorrow for my brother and I to have a go paddle boarding. We have no experience so this video I am sure will come in useful! We are only buying 9ft boards as they are cheapest although i have a 10ft one coming in a week or two. Thanks for the great tips!
After watching and using these tips people are amazed at how fast and well I can paddleboard on the sand.!!! Just j/k great video. Thanks for the info and tips!!!
Wow!!! I’ve been thinking about learning to paddle board at the ripe age of 57 and came upon your video just today. I’m so glad I “found” you and hit that 👍 button and subscribed! Looking forward to watching more on your channel. Thank you!!!😊
When I started with iSUP in 2012 the trend was to only paddle from the knee level not from the front... and using the crunching core power to paddle while top hand is always straight, which prevents tiring your arms and lets you go fast and you also strenghten your core muscle.
Thank you for your videos, I am paddling on Lake Thun, Switzerland, but still found your videos useful... Today I managed to fully capsize my board including drybag (the top side was down under and the fin sticking out, the drybag stayed firmly in the sup netting things) trying to learn the stepback turn... At first I struggled but once I aplied my basic optimist training from way back and grabed the fin and used it to push down whilst pushing up the lower edge it got turned right side up and I managed to climb on. Did 9km total today...(5. time on the board) though about 1/3 was whilst sitting. Definitively was glad to have worn a swimwest/sup flotation west, it helped imensly with my flipped board (failed to fall in correctly and put weight on the edge whilste falling)
I gotta say, I’m new to this sport and watch a lot of videos. You do a real nice job. Thank you. Where is this taking place? It looks perfect. Don’t say California. Please don’t.
Hi Ethan! Thank you for putting together a great tutorial. Very precise, clear, and good helpful information and tips. My family will enjoy the water more with these new techniques, especially with my kiddos. Take a break from kayaking and learn SUP. 🌺😉🤙❤
Thanks for the tips, I just started an on the two times I fell off, I wasn't able to climb back up, needed those tips so maybe next time I won't need to swim closer to the shore to stand on the lake floor first |D
A very good and instructive video thank you Ethan, I'm just about to start SUP paddling at the age of 59 when my gear comes next week , ordered an inflatable Aqua Marina Vapor + Beauchat shorty wetsuit beginning @ my lake on still days when it is just like a mirror :-)
Safty first, i can,t float but i can swim but i have adhd so try tell my alter ego not to go play 😂😂 i do wear my b.a and leash also i don't do ocean only in land waters, i love the water, i'm a 6 year kayaker and sups are new to me, can't wait. I'm guessing your saying "liters" when your saying you need more "leaders" for bigger people, even subs thought you was saying leaders
Very Impressive and now a subscriber! Thank you so much for making this very informative video.! You are clear and concise with excellent visual training references and I look forward to my SUP journey through your videos.❤
One of the most nerve wrecking while you are paddling is to meet a newbie on a paddleboard who refuses your basic advices. The second hardest thing is to ignore them when you see them paddling with the wrong technics. I was a sport teacher, it is so difficult to stop teaching. This vid is great, a good job Ethan!
I wish I would have found your page a few weeks ago. I am a beginner on SUP, never knew it was a thing, but I am no stranger to the water. I have had years of fun on boogie boards and surf boards. (the big boards) I have had back surgery, and it was recommended by my physical therapist to do more core work to reduce back pain and sciatic pain. Also had a heart attack the same year, but I'm doing well now, at least the Dr is impressed. So I recently purchased an Ascend inflatable, that came with all the fun stuff. Mind you I am a larger fellow at 215 pounds and 5'11". So an 11' board is what was recommended, this thing is 11'L 34"W. I am not looking for all out speed, as I know that won't happen with this size board and my lack of stability at the moment. Went 5 miles on the water first day out. Used the paddle wrong, because why not? Lol... Did half kneeling and sitting with the paddle in the kayak configuration before I got the courage to stand, change out the paddle handle and really dig in to what I was doing. Was told this is a "full body exercise" well that wasn't a lie. The paddle techniques and mounting techniques would have been awesome to know before I went out the first time.
Thanks for sharing Schon and glad to hear you're recovering well from your injury and heart attack! Hope you continue to have fun on the water with your new board!
Great video, thanks for the tips! Btw it's so important to be able to see well in the sunshine. What kind of sunglasses do you have on? It looks perfect for the purpose.
Thanks and these are just a cheap pair of sunglasses off of amazon. This style is also popular for cyclist. So, if you just search for cycling sunglasses on amazon you should be able to find yourself a pair as well. 🤙
Thank you! SO helpful! Not to be a jerk but to be helpful…I hear that English is not your first language (which you speak incredibly well). In English, we use the phrase “more fun” or just “better” rather then “more better, more funner”. Not to be critical, just a tip….because you’ve given me so many just now😃!
Haha well that's not good because English is my first language. 😂 I do speak spanish as a second language though so sometimes it also messes up my English lol. Thanks for the corrections though. 🤙
Looking to add more activities to our adventures. Was thinking about buying 2 paddle boards after seeing a few at Costco today for a very reasonable price. Very instructional video. I think i'll go buy those tomorrow and head to the lake this weekend, but first rewatch this again with my wife so she understands all of the stuff you covered. Thanks so much!
For adults I recommend using a board at least 10'8" or longer. If you want a board with better glide (how far the board moves forward between your paddle strokes) then I recommend using a longer board. Other than that it large depends on what you plan to use the board for such as for touring, racing or just a fun chill time on the water. Those each require a different size board as they are not only different lengths but also have different shapes. Anyways, I hope that helps you out!
How many times can you say paddle board in 26 min? He may have broken the record and needs to enter this video into the guineas book of world records for consideration 👏
Not a bad idea. For long distances or harsh weather conditions, I usually have a kayak paddle with me to easily get home if needed. And the kayak paddle is tethered to the board with a leash. You know, for safety.
Great video! I just went out for the first time with my 27 yo son on my two new Isle ISUPs. I have a hard paddleboard as well. We both got off to swim and i needed help getting back on the first time but not the second. Never knew about getting on in back so i may try that next. In the meantime I'm doing upper body weight training to help with the whole experience. Thanks again! How do you feel about the inflatable pfds? Less bulk for movement. I'm a decent swimmer but always will have a pfd d with me.
Awesome! Sounds like you're having a fun time learning. Keep it up! 😃And the inflatable PFDs are another great option. For example I'll use one when I do SUP races.
We're all 'noobs' at some point. Let's embrace learning because I don't care if I look like an idiot. I care about doing what I love. I'm not out there to prove anything or impress anyone. Just get out there!
I'm 92 kg and surfing a 100L fanatic sup and 80% carbon paddle. I am surfing almost every day. I have tried paddles from Fanatic, Starboard and others. My paddles are breaking all the time right in the middle, sometimes also the on the top of the throat of the blade. This is an expensive problem. Please give some tips how to reduce the paddles from breaking or suggest some better paddles. I have tried super long, regular, and super short. Doesnt really matter, paddles are lasting 3-6 months max.
Hey! Sorry for the late reply. I'm definitely not a professional when it comes to SUP surfing but thankfully I have never had a paddle brake on me doing this. I normally use a one piece Black Project LAVA paddle for when I surf and it has held up great. The owner of Black Project Chris is also super helpful when it comes to the kind of questions you're asking, so I would recommend checking out their website and sending him an email as he will be able to give you more answers than what I can. I hope this helps.
It really depends on your experience, paddling abilities and type of board you're on. For most beginners, winds over 8knots might start to seem more difficult. But, the more experience you gain the stronger wind conditions you can paddle in. If possible always start paddling up wind first that way it is easier to return with the wind if you get tired.
My biggest challenge will be getting my balance back after the winter. Then i will make it my challenge to make more kilometer so i can paddle to the next village. That will be 12kilometer one way
A Type III PFD will absolutely help you 100% better in an emergency than not wearing one at all. To tell new paddlers not to rely on one to help you because it's not an open-ocean Type I PFD is absolutely inappropriate and a negligent thing to tell new paddlers. Type III USCG / ISO/CE 70NM PFDs designed for paddling can help right an unconscious swimmer as they will always have more flotation on the front than on the back. They also are designed to (and do) keep your head above the water (that's just a totally false statement you made). They aren't guaranteed to rotate an unconscious swimmer like an open-ocean life jacket, but they will still help because of their flotation distribution. Not to mention that it will aid in your rescue in any event by keeping you physically at the surface and making it easier for a rescuer to locate, rotate, hold, and get you out of the water. Without a PFD an unconscious swimmer or someone struggling to breathe or swim is far more likely to quickly sink under the surface and drown. On top of all of that if you aren't wearing your PFD it doesn't matter if you have a Type 1 open ocean lifejacket or not in the events you describe. Even if you are wearing a Type I Life Jacket in the situation of having a heart attack if you don't have help nearby then chances of survival are minimal at best. What a ridiculously extreme example to use to put people off from using basic safety equipment. That's some seriously negligent content in your safety section. I see you're an ASI instructor - which both makes sense that the advice to not to wear a PFD comes from a surfing background, and is a serious shame on ASI to not promote basic safety practices for paddling. It's seriously bad advice for beginners and any paddler. The number one contributing factor to boating deaths is not wearing a PFD. There is no situation in which it is safer to not wear a PFD than it is to wear one (not the same for leashes, by the way). PFDs save lives.
Hi Michael. I’m sorry for offending you and making you feel that I don’t support PFDs. I do support the use of them and recommend people to use them just like I said in the video. I was simply trying to convey the importance of making sure a new paddler knows the situation they are putting themselves into and does not put themselves in a higher risk situation relying solely on a PDF if things go wrong. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
I can't agree with the leash argument. I would never use a straight leash, since the force when it is pulled straight is just too big a strain on your tendons. I would just use a coiled one.
The way you swap hands 16:16 not in the way you mention the minute before :( You also miss discussing which way round the paddle should be - the bit in the water. Otherwise great video.
What's your biggest paddle board challenge?
Just transitioned from a 29’’ wide inflatable touring to an inflatable Naish Maliko 23’’ wide and struggle to balance. Any tips? 😁
@@YiannisA Nice! Honestly, the biggest tip when transitioning to a narrower board is just putting in the time and practice. Start off paddling in calmer flat water conditions and simply get use to the movement of the board while working on keeping good form. Once your body is use to balancing in calm conditions then work on paddling in rougher conditions to improve from there. There will probably still be a lot of falling involved but continue to put in the practice and you'll see improvements!
@@ethanhuffsup super thanks! That is what I had in mind. Big fan of your content Ethan, cheers!
@@YiannisA Get the biggest, longest fin you can find
I went from an inflatable to a Bote solid SUP. I have a lot of upper back pain after a ride - I think I’m standing too far upright and not using my core. I’m definitely using my arms and shoulders they get tired.
I can't believe I'm watching this level of quality instructions for free. Thank you! ♥
I'm glad you're finding it helpful. 🙂
Exactly what I though! Thanks sir a lot!!
Good video, thanks! Most people overestimate their swimming skills, go out without floatation aid or leash. A man died a few weeks ago who went out with his girlfriend on one board, they had a beef and he wanted to swim to shore. I've seen another one almost die, about 50 meters from the shore, they were playing with a ball, there was a little wind, he started swimming after the ball, for a minute or so, the wind kept blowing the ball. Finally he reached it but then he got exhausted fighting for his life holding onto the ball, lifeguards got him out. So, get a PFD and a leash, maybe it's less "cool" but better be a less cool living person than a dead (literally) cool one.
This has to be the best beginner lesson in all UA-cam. Thanks a lot and great job! 🎉
This is probably the best online training I have seen so far. Thank you ❤
I agree.
Disagree. Too much information, he looks so pretentious and stiff and far from being ULTIMATE.
@@TrinityRSV if you see other videos you might agree. But we I respect your opinion
best training video on youtube!
Fantastic video Ethan! Really generous of you to walk through the basics in such detail. Lots of great tips that I'll be coming back to in the weeks to come as I start my SUP journey.
Thanks Norman! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I hope it helps you as you get started in SUP. 🤙
Very well done. Wish I would have seen when starting out!
I’d add on the safety side of things to not go out alone without someone else knowing where you’ll be paddling and when you should be back - and to consider having a phone and waterproof pouch in case you need a way to call for help. Great vid!
You're a great teacher. Thank you.
Excellent excellent instruction. Someone who knows exactly what they’re talking about, as apposed to someone who thinks they know what they’re talking about. I salute you Sir.
Loving watching Paddle board tutorial. Planning to go for vacation next year in the Philippines Boracay. This is good for me to learn before 😊😊😊I get on the top of the board. Thanks Ethan.
Muchas gracias! I’m understanding everything exactly as you said!
Purchasing two paddle boards tomorrow for my brother and I to have a go paddle boarding. We have no experience so this video I am sure will come in useful! We are only buying 9ft boards as they are cheapest although i have a 10ft one coming in a week or two. Thanks for the great tips!
thanks a lot for such a detailled video on the basics of paddle
After watching and using these tips people are amazed at how fast and well I can paddleboard on the sand.!!! Just j/k great video. Thanks for the info and tips!!!
Wow!!! I’ve been thinking about learning to paddle board at the ripe age of 57 and came upon your video just today. I’m so glad I “found” you and hit that 👍 button and subscribed! Looking forward to watching more on your channel. Thank you!!!😊
Thanks for watching and subscribing! I hope you get to put some of these new skills into practice on a paddle board soon. 😃
started at 67
Me too!
63 here and just started.
57 here too and bought my first board yesterday 😅
When I started with iSUP in 2012 the trend was to only paddle from the knee level not from the front... and using the crunching core power to paddle while top hand is always straight, which prevents tiring your arms and lets you go fast and you also strenghten your core muscle.
Thanks for the info was just about to buy the wrong board and you steered me the right way! Want to get my pooch on there too!
very cool, cant wait to try it!! thank you for the lesson
excellent video, one of the best sup basic training videos👍
Perfectly explained
That was excellent, thank you.
Ethan - Brilliant Video. Thank you.
This is a great introduction, thank you! Just got a SUP and looking to launch in Hawaii this week. Thank you.
Awesome! Have fun!
Thank you. Just about to begin my SUP experience. Very clear & informative video
Thank you for your videos, I am paddling on Lake Thun, Switzerland, but still found your videos useful...
Today I managed to fully capsize my board including drybag (the top side was down under and the fin sticking out, the drybag stayed firmly in the sup netting things) trying to learn the stepback turn... At first I struggled but once I aplied my basic optimist training from way back and grabed the fin and used it to push down whilst pushing up the lower edge it got turned right side up and I managed to climb on.
Did 9km total today...(5. time on the board) though about 1/3 was whilst sitting.
Definitively was glad to have worn a swimwest/sup flotation west, it helped imensly with my flipped board (failed to fall in correctly and put weight on the edge whilste falling)
It’s a lot to learn at first but keep up the great work! 💪🏼
Terrific lessons! You’re teaching style is simple to understand. Thanks!!
I gotta say, I’m new to this sport and watch a lot of videos. You do a real nice job. Thank you.
Where is this taking place? It looks perfect. Don’t say California. Please don’t.
I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful! It's in La Paz, BCS, Mexico. So, south of California 😉
Great work Team
Hi Ethan! Thank you for putting together a great tutorial. Very precise, clear, and good helpful information and tips. My family will enjoy the water more with these new techniques, especially with my kiddos. Take a break from kayaking and learn SUP. 🌺😉🤙❤
Glad I could help! 😁 Have fun practicing your new skills on the water this summer!
You can stand, sit, lie down, do exercises, yoga etc on a SUP unlike on a kayak.
Very detailed and clear explanation! Thanks!
Such an amazing video man, keep it up. Me and my partner have just bought a board each and will try out your methods in a few days. thanks!
Thanks and that’s awesome! 🙌🏻 Congrats and have fun! 😎
Thanks for the tips, I just started an on the two times I fell off, I wasn't able to climb back up, needed those tips so maybe next time I won't need to swim closer to the shore to stand on the lake floor first |D
A very good and instructive video thank you Ethan, I'm just about to start SUP paddling at the age of 59 when my gear comes next week , ordered an inflatable Aqua Marina Vapor + Beauchat shorty wetsuit beginning @ my lake on still days when it is just like a mirror :-)
Awesome! Have fun with your new gear and putting your new skills into practice! 💪
@@ethanhuffsup Thanks bro it will take alot of new skill + balance and also fun with a new challenge ;-)
Thanks for this! Learned some new tips! :)
Great info! Really enjoy your videos. Some of my favorite SUP content on YT!
Thanks man! 🤙🏼
Great tips, thank you!
Safty first, i can,t float but i can swim but i have adhd so try tell my alter ego not to go play 😂😂 i do wear my b.a and leash also i don't do ocean only in land waters, i love the water, i'm a 6 year kayaker and sups are new to me, can't wait. I'm guessing your saying "liters" when your saying you need more "leaders" for bigger people, even subs thought you was saying leaders
Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
This was super helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make this video.
Thanks Kristen I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Great Vid for a beginner like myself!
Just had an amazing day paddleboarding in La Jolla, CA with some friends today. Thanks for this great instructional!
Awesome! 🙌 Thanks for watching! 🙂
Nice video!
Good advice 👍
Great. Lass thank you
Thank you so much!! First race 6/22 in Michigan ❤
Awesome! Best of luck to you and have fun! 🤙🏼😃
Thank you!!
Thank you, so much better than another artificial intelligence video, I learned a lot.
Very Impressive and now a subscriber! Thank you so much for making this very informative video.! You are clear and concise with excellent visual training references and I look forward to my SUP journey through your videos.❤
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Great Teacher Thank you !
Thank you Ethan
I was trying to figure out where this was filmed, it is beautiful! Sorry if this was answered in another comment
La Paz, BCS, Mexico
One of the most nerve wrecking while you are paddling is to meet a newbie on a paddleboard who refuses your basic advices. The second hardest thing is to ignore them when you see them paddling with the wrong technics. I was a sport teacher, it is so difficult to stop teaching. This vid is great, a good job Ethan!
Yeah, I totally get it. But, ultimately it’s up to them and all we can do is let them know we’re there to help if they want it. 😁
Just mind your own business.
Thanks Ethan from Sylvan Lake Alberta!
If I had a dollar for every time this guy said paddleboard, I could buy a lot of paddleboards.
I could only make it halfway though the video it irritated me so badly.
Thank you so much
I wish I would have found your page a few weeks ago. I am a beginner on SUP, never knew it was a thing, but I am no stranger to the water. I have had years of fun on boogie boards and surf boards. (the big boards) I have had back surgery, and it was recommended by my physical therapist to do more core work to reduce back pain and sciatic pain. Also had a heart attack the same year, but I'm doing well now, at least the Dr is impressed. So I recently purchased an Ascend inflatable, that came with all the fun stuff. Mind you I am a larger fellow at 215 pounds and 5'11". So an 11' board is what was recommended, this thing is 11'L 34"W. I am not looking for all out speed, as I know that won't happen with this size board and my lack of stability at the moment. Went 5 miles on the water first day out. Used the paddle wrong, because why not? Lol... Did half kneeling and sitting with the paddle in the kayak configuration before I got the courage to stand, change out the paddle handle and really dig in to what I was doing. Was told this is a "full body exercise" well that wasn't a lie. The paddle techniques and mounting techniques would have been awesome to know before I went out the first time.
Thanks for sharing Schon and glad to hear you're recovering well from your injury and heart attack! Hope you continue to have fun on the water with your new board!
very usefull n informative video for sure.
Thnx a lot
Great video…….and stunning 🕶️
Would a wrist strap for the paddle be a good idea?
I personally wouldn't recommend it. Most paddles float anyways if you do drop it.
Great video, thanks for the tips! Btw it's so important to be able to see well in the sunshine. What kind of sunglasses do you have on? It looks perfect for the purpose.
Thanks and these are just a cheap pair of sunglasses off of amazon. This style is also popular for cyclist. So, if you just search for cycling sunglasses on amazon you should be able to find yourself a pair as well. 🤙
Thank you! SO helpful! Not to be a jerk but to be helpful…I hear that English is not your first language (which you speak incredibly well). In English, we use the phrase “more fun” or just “better” rather then “more better, more funner”. Not to be critical, just a tip….because you’ve given me so many just now😃!
Haha well that's not good because English is my first language. 😂 I do speak spanish as a second language though so sometimes it also messes up my English lol. Thanks for the corrections though. 🤙
You deserved a suscription
Looking to add more activities to our adventures. Was thinking about buying 2 paddle boards after seeing a few at Costco today for a very reasonable price. Very instructional video. I think i'll go buy those tomorrow and head to the lake this weekend, but first rewatch this again with my wife so she understands all of the stuff you covered. Thanks so much!
Glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. I hope you all have a fun time trying out your new skills on the water! 😃
Thanks for the informative video! Where did you get those huge shades? I’ve been looking online but no luck. Do they fit over glasses?
Link to the shades is in the description below the video. 😎 But, I don't think they'll fit over glasses.
Other than the weight calculation how do you size length wise a board for someone?
For adults I recommend using a board at least 10'8" or longer. If you want a board with better glide (how far the board moves forward between your paddle strokes) then I recommend using a longer board.
Other than that it large depends on what you plan to use the board for such as for touring, racing or just a fun chill time on the water. Those each require a different size board as they are not only different lengths but also have different shapes.
Anyways, I hope that helps you out!
Where is that beach? 3:24
I’m 6”5, the paddle that came with my board is to short. Does anyone know of any good paddles that are taller?
I’m 6’4” and have enjoyed using Black Project SUPs paddles. You can learn more about them here: blackprojectsup.com
How many times can you say paddle board in 26 min? He may have broken the record and needs to enter this video into the guineas book of world records for consideration 👏
Can you show how to get on if you have two people?
Soo, we have a board leash so as not to lose the board. What about a paddle leash?
Not a bad idea.
For long distances or harsh weather conditions, I usually have a kayak paddle with me to easily get home if needed. And the kayak paddle is tethered to the board with a leash.
You know, for safety.
Great video! I just went out for the first time with my 27 yo son on my two new Isle ISUPs. I have a hard paddleboard as well. We both got off to swim and i needed help getting back on the first time but not the second. Never knew about getting on in back so i may try that next. In the meantime I'm doing upper body weight training to help with the whole experience. Thanks again! How do you feel about the inflatable pfds? Less bulk for movement. I'm a decent swimmer but always will have a pfd d with me.
Awesome! Sounds like you're having a fun time learning. Keep it up! 😃And the inflatable PFDs are another great option. For example I'll use one when I do SUP races.
Thank you!! This newbie is researching before my first iSUP arrives next week! 🤩 * new subscriber!
Where was this shot?
1000th like !!
Thank you
Cool glasses dude. Where can I get those?
There's a link for a similar pair in the description box below the video. 😎
@@ethanhuffsupAwesome!
We're all 'noobs' at some point. Let's embrace learning because I don't care if I look like an idiot. I care about doing what I love. I'm not out there to prove anything or impress anyone. Just get out there!
Great words of wisdom and advice. 🙌🏻
I'm 92 kg and surfing a 100L fanatic sup and 80% carbon paddle. I am surfing almost every day. I have tried paddles from Fanatic, Starboard and others. My paddles are breaking all the time right in the middle, sometimes also the on the top of the throat of the blade.
This is an expensive problem. Please give some tips how to reduce the paddles from breaking or suggest some better paddles. I have tried super long, regular, and super short. Doesnt really matter, paddles are lasting 3-6 months max.
Hey! Sorry for the late reply. I'm definitely not a professional when it comes to SUP surfing but thankfully I have never had a paddle brake on me doing this. I normally use a one piece Black Project LAVA paddle for when I surf and it has held up great. The owner of Black Project Chris is also super helpful when it comes to the kind of questions you're asking, so I would recommend checking out their website and sending him an email as he will be able to give you more answers than what I can. I hope this helps.
In your experience, what wind speed should make me nervous for flat water?
It really depends on your experience, paddling abilities and type of board you're on. For most beginners, winds over 8knots might start to seem more difficult. But, the more experience you gain the stronger wind conditions you can paddle in. If possible always start paddling up wind first that way it is easier to return with the wind if you get tired.
My biggest challenge will be getting my balance back after the winter. Then i will make it my challenge to make more kilometer so i can paddle to the next village. That will be 12kilometer one way
Love this goal Hedy! 🙌🏻
Video starts at 12:45
Your time stamp skips the safety lessons and the gear lessons.
A Type III PFD will absolutely help you 100% better in an emergency than not wearing one at all. To tell new paddlers not to rely on one to help you because it's not an open-ocean Type I PFD is absolutely inappropriate and a negligent thing to tell new paddlers. Type III USCG / ISO/CE 70NM PFDs designed for paddling can help right an unconscious swimmer as they will always have more flotation on the front than on the back. They also are designed to (and do) keep your head above the water (that's just a totally false statement you made). They aren't guaranteed to rotate an unconscious swimmer like an open-ocean life jacket, but they will still help because of their flotation distribution. Not to mention that it will aid in your rescue in any event by keeping you physically at the surface and making it easier for a rescuer to locate, rotate, hold, and get you out of the water. Without a PFD an unconscious swimmer or someone struggling to breathe or swim is far more likely to quickly sink under the surface and drown. On top of all of that if you aren't wearing your PFD it doesn't matter if you have a Type 1 open ocean lifejacket or not in the events you describe. Even if you are wearing a Type I Life Jacket in the situation of having a heart attack if you don't have help nearby then chances of survival are minimal at best. What a ridiculously extreme example to use to put people off from using basic safety equipment. That's some seriously negligent content in your safety section. I see you're an ASI instructor - which both makes sense that the advice to not to wear a PFD comes from a surfing background, and is a serious shame on ASI to not promote basic safety practices for paddling. It's seriously bad advice for beginners and any paddler. The number one contributing factor to boating deaths is not wearing a PFD. There is no situation in which it is safer to not wear a PFD than it is to wear one (not the same for leashes, by the way). PFDs save lives.
Hi Michael. I’m sorry for offending you and making you feel that I don’t support PFDs. I do support the use of them and recommend people to use them just like I said in the video. I was simply trying to convey the importance of making sure a new paddler knows the situation they are putting themselves into and does not put themselves in a higher risk situation relying solely on a PDF if things go wrong. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
I can't agree with the leash argument.
I would never use a straight leash, since the force when it is pulled straight is just too big a strain on your tendons.
I would just use a coiled one.
Pad length for paddleboard
Hey Sue, could you clarify what you mean by "pad"?
I keep my leash attached to my boyfriend.
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Wonderful beaches ❤ where are you?
La Paz, BCS, Mexico
The way you swap hands 16:16 not in the way you mention the minute before :( You also miss discussing which way round the paddle should be - the bit in the water. Otherwise great video.
Sir, where are you in this video? It’s gorgeous and there’s no one
It's a location outside of La Paz, BCS, Mexico.
@@ethanhuffsup absolutely amazing. Thanks dude!
Anyone else think Ethan sounds like Mitch Hedberg?
“What do you do on this board…. You paddle.. THIS is a paddleboard. I’m going on break.” God. Miss that dude, and can’t unhear it now, thanks.
Actually came to the comments to see if anyone else thought so! Yes he does!!!!!!
I cant swim very well i just use a p.f.d n i still sup
Well I’ve broke rule number 1 already. I’ve been boarding but I can’t swim.
Anyone else into translucent ev boards?
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Sharks?
Huge tip he forgot … inflattable or hardboard …. DONT LEAVE IT IN THE SUN ON A BEACH LONG LIKE HE IS 😢😢😢😢
What will happen to the inflatable SUP under the sun? Will it explode?
man, ocean sweepers are multiplying, smh
This video makes me want to quit honestly.
I hate listening to an insect, please take off ur sunglasses!