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September 10th, 2012 by robert
I just got back from the Surf Expo in Orlando where we were showing our line of Blue Planet SUP boards. We had a great response and are now working on setting up distribution on the East coast, one step at a time. While at the show, I was able to check out what’s new at our vendors and other manufacturers and brands I had not heard of. I shot some video and this is the first one to get done editing. More to follow soon.
Continue reading ‘Surf Expo Sept. 2012: What’s new at Quickblade’
September 9th, 2012 by davi
Sunday 9 September
Kai Lenny comes from behind to secure the win in Florida
After a second place finish in the Long distance on Day 1 of the Cocoa Beach Paddle Classic, presented by Pacifico and Starboard and in association with Maui Jim, Kai Lenny stepped up today in the spectacular sprint racing to secure a well deserved win in the sprints and then overall as well.
Continue reading ‘Kai Lenny wins the Cocoa Beach Paddle Classic presented by Pacifico and Starboard’
September 7th, 2012 by davi
::FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE::
The Watermans Paddle for Humanity Goes Big in Texas
The Nationally ranked WPA event promises fun for all skill
levels regardless of experience.
Austin, Texas_September 6, 2012 – What started on the sandy shores of California is ending in the heart of Texas. The Watermans Paddle for Humanity will hold the final event of the five stop 2012 series on Town Lake in Austin,Texas, September 15th. The Paddle for Humanity brings with it a unique mix of fun and competition that makes participation a must for all paddlers, from first time participants to the elite racer.
Continue reading ‘The Watermans Paddle for Humanity Goes Big in Texas’
September 6th, 2012 by davi
C4 Waterman’s Switchblade SUP stand up paddle board was recently featured at Men’s Journal magazine as the “Best Standup Paddleboard for Beginners”.
Continue reading ‘C4 Waterman Switchblade is Men’s Journal Approved’
September 5th, 2012 by davi
Round The Rock in Seattle
this Sunday September 9th.
Don’t miss the Pacific Northwest’s greatest
paddleboard race.
Continue reading ‘The Pacific Northwest’s Round the Rock this Sunday Sept. 9th’
September 5th, 2012 by davi
RACE REGISTRATION ONLINE NOW:
WORLD PADDLE ASSOCIATION 1st ANNUAL HAWAII REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP RACE
Stand Up and Prone Paddlers and Friends Welcomed to South Shore of Oahu
September 16, 2012
(SEPTEMBER 5, 2012 – HONOLULU, Hawaii) – Race registration is now open for the Wet Feet/Blue Planet Surf World Paddle Association Hawaii Regional Championships Race. The event will be held on the ‘Hawaii Kai Run’, September 16, 2012 from Portlock to Kaimana Beach. Entry can be done online or at Wet Feet or Blue Planet Surf shops. For online entry, click here: http://wparegionalchampionships.eventbrite.com/
Continue reading ‘Wet Feet/Blue Planet Surf WPA Hawaii Regional Championships Race’
September 3rd, 2012 by evan
I caught up with Dave Kalama at the 2012 Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard Championships. Dave was the SUP unlimited division runner up to Connor Baxter by 30 seconds. They battled back and forth the entire 30 something miles and it came down to the absolute finish where Connor won by a hundred yards or so.
Continue reading ‘Interview with Dave Kalama at the 2012 Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard Championships’
August 30th, 2012 by davi
Thursday 30 August
Stand Up World Series comes to Cocoa Beach, Florida
The Cocoa Beach Paddle Classic presented by Pacifico and Starboard and in association with Maui Jim will be the next stop on the 2012 Stand Up World Series.
Continue reading ‘Cocoa Beach Paddle Classic to take place on September 8th – 9th’
August 30th, 2012 by evan
I caught up with Connor Baxter, winner of the SUP unlimited division of the 2012 Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard Championships and got his perspective on the race and how he won. It’s even more impressive because the previous week he had strep throat and was out of commission. Looks like the teens have taken over the race world and Connor is leading the way.
Continue reading ‘Interview with Connor Baxter at the 2012 Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard Championships’
August 30th, 2012 by davi
Werner Paddles Introduces River Running SUP
Werner Paddles has launched a 3-piece Adjustable version of their popular Fiji, Recreational SUP.
The Fiji in 3-piece is perfect for the budget conscious paddler who is looking for a travel paddle. Continue reading ‘Werner Paddles 3-piece Adjustable Fiji SUP’
August 30th, 2012 by evan
Mark Raaphorst from Sandwich Island Composites (S.I.C.) sent us another copy of their 2013 SUP stand up paddle board catalog. This time it’s the full, 19-page catalog.
Click here to download a copy
August 29th, 2012 by evan
Mark Raaphorst from Sandwich Island Composites (S.I.C.) sent us an advanced digital copy of their 2013 SUP stand up paddle board catalog.
Click here to download a copy
August 26th, 2012 by davi
Here are the results from the 2012 Paddle For Humanity Washington DC race held last Saturday, August 25, 2012.
Continue reading ‘2012 Paddle For Humanity Washington DC Race Results’
August 23rd, 2012 by davi
Werner Paddles Introduces River Running SUP
Werner Paddles has added a river running specific stand up paddle (SUP) to their line. The Stinger has been designed from the ground up for the rigors of the whitewater environment. Werner has been handcrafting paddles in the US for over 45 years and has over 80% market share in the whitewater kayak market. They have taken this heritage and melded it with the sport of stand-up paddling to create the Stinger.
Continue reading ‘Werner Paddles Introduces River Running SUP’
August 17th, 2012 by davi
Friday 17 August
Check out the highlights from the action at Turtle Bay
Check out the highlights from last weekend’s racing at the Turtle Bay Summer Paddle Challenge presented by Pacifico and Naish.
Continue reading ‘Cocoa Beach Florida welcomes the Stand Up World Series from the 8th – 9th September’
