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January 13th, 2010 by davi
Announcement
Starboard UK Announce SUP Race Team
“To provide a platform to encourage and increase participation in SUP race events, locally, nationally and internationally”
Starboard UK are pleased to announce the formation of the UK’s first ever dedicated SUP race team. After a three week selection process that saw over 45 applications received, a team of 29 paddlers has been chosen. Continue reading ‘Starboard UK Announce SUP Race Team’
January 12th, 2010 by davi
::FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE::
The 2nd Annual Watermans: Applied Science Paddle for Humanity
In Support of SurfAid International
May 1, 2010
Orange County, CA, January 11, 2010 – The 2nd Annual Watermans: Applied Science, “Paddle for Humanity” is set to go off May 1st at Dana State Beach, California. Continue reading ‘The 2nd Annual Watermans: Applied Science Paddle for Humanity’
January 12th, 2010 by davi
March 26th-28th, 2010
You are invited to the 24th Annual Santa Cruz Paddle Surf Festival scheduled to perform its majesty on March 26th-28th. It will attract the best kayak surfers in new surf vehicles designed specifically for this event from all over the globe. This event is touted to be the largest and most celebrated contest running in the world. This is where this new and exciting environmental sport showcases its designs and athletic prowess. This event will also provide points to help choose the next US West Team to compete in the 2011 World Championships hosted by the east coast.
Continue reading ‘24th Annual Santa Cruz Paddle Surf Festival’
January 12th, 2010 by davi
January 8, 2010 (Santa Cruz, CA) – Surftech, the world’s largest manufacturer of surfboards, stand up paddleboards and accessories names Bodie Shandro, Canadian Brand Manager. Shandro’s appointment supports Surftech’s strategy to continue to lead the rapidly growing stand up paddle and surf markets. With 20 years of experience with such brands as O’Neill, Rip Curl, and Oxbow, Shandro recognizes the tremendous opportunity for Surftech from coast to coast. Continue reading ‘Surftech names Bodie Shandro Canadian Brand Manager’
January 7th, 2010 by davi
(Jan 7, Encinitas Ca) Boardworks announced that Blane Chambers of Paddle Surf Hawaii has signed on to be the latest addition to the newly formed SUP division. “We are positioning ourselves to be the leader in the Stand Up Paddle industry, setting the standard for excellence in SUP equipment,” commented Mike Fox owner of Boardworks “We are putting together an awesome team and I am so stoked Blane Chambers is joining us. Blane and I have been North Shore friends for years and I have watched PSH become a very well respected and significant brand in the SUP community. Their energy, product and team all have great momentum. We are excited to bring our expertise to the effort, handling their molded board production and global distribution.” Boardworks will be introducing Paddle Surf Hawaii molded SUPs at Surf Expo, January 14-16 (booth # 223) with delivery scheduled for early Spring.
Continue reading ‘Boardworks Announces Paddle Surf Hawaii has Signed to Join New SUP Division’
January 6th, 2010 by davi
(Encinitas, CA December 21) Boardworks announces a new Paddle Sport Division. “Stand Up Paddling has been among the bright spots at retail in a very tough market,” said Boardworks’ Bob Rief. “Boardworks has “been there” since the beginning of the category with C4 Waterman, the “original SUP company” well known for its great products, world class watermen, website marketing and category leadership. We have watched SUP grow from a small “surf only” sport to one that encompasses the full spectrum of waterways around the world; surf to fitness, touring, rivers and lakes.”
Continue reading ‘Boardworks Announces New Paddle Sport Division, Rusty Signs On’
December 15th, 2009 by davi
Join Naish on their 2010 Beach Tour as they travel around North America showcasing the latest SUP boards and paddles.
Check out the demos and clinics and prepare to get addicted to the most convenient and fun sport of the decade.
Continue reading ‘2010 Naish SUP Beach Tour’
December 8th, 2009 by davi
Happy Holidays Everyone!
We hope you can join us for our 3 yr Anniversary Celebration this Saturday December 12th from 4-7pm.
Continue reading ‘Wet Feet 3 Year Anniversary Celebration!’
December 8th, 2009 by davi
Stephane Etienne and Nicole Boronat make an excellent team on and off the water.
Naish proudly welcomes this dynamic duo that have been successful pro competitors in surfing and windsurfing scoring top rankings during their PWA campaigns, World Cups, Indoor events and Trilogy competitions.
Continue reading ‘Power Couple Joins Naish SUP Team’
December 7th, 2009 by davi
Waimea Bay, HAWAII, Tuesday, December 8, 2009 – 7:30AM
THE QUIKSILVER IN MEMORY EDDIE OF AIKAU, FUELED BY MONSTER ENERGY, IS A GO!
The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, fueled by Monster Energy, has officially been called “ON” by Contest Director George Downing. The ASP specialty sanctioned event will kick off at 8am. Wave face heights are in the 25-35-foot range.
Continue reading ‘The Quiksilver In Memory of Eddie Aikau, Fueled by Monster Energy, is a GO!’
December 4th, 2009 by davi
Saturday, December 5th starting at 5pm
Boardworks Hawaii and Blue Planet Surf Shop are inviting you to the big Surfboard auction, hosted by surfer/auctioneer Joe Teipel. We will auction off a large selection of Stand Up Paddle boards, longboards, funshapes and shortboards. For a list of boards to be auctioned, please visit: www.boardworkshi.com.
Continue reading ‘Surfboard/SUP auction’
December 1st, 2009 by davi
The San Juan SUP Run – 11/15/2009 By EJ Johnson
I am so stoked to have been able to participate in the First Annual Velauno-Pro SUP Run in the beautiful and exotic Puerto Rico, from the flat protected waters of Condado Lagoon to the challenging Atlantic.
Continue reading ‘First Annual Velauno-Pro SUP run in Puerto Rico’
November 24th, 2009 by davi
Designing brothers Chip and Pepper Foster made their mark in the fashion industry as the “Canadian surfers”, residing in Los Angeles, California. Today, Pepper Foster announces he is bringing surfing (stand up paddle boarding) back to his home roots in Canada by exclusively owning Boardworks for the Canadian market and will be focused on launching the Hawaiian-based brand C4 Waterman SUP’s Stand up paddleboards across the country.
Continue reading ‘Boardworks and C4 Waterman Launch in Canada With Chip and Pepper Foster’
November 18th, 2009 by davi
The Stand Up World Tour Contenders introduces the concept of high performance Stand Up Paddling, and the World Championship Tour that has been set up as a proving ground for the world’s most celebrated ocean sports athletes.
Continue reading ‘30 Minutes of High Performance Standup Paddle Surfing Airing on TV’
November 16th, 2009 by davi
By Tommy Callan and Suzie Cooney
Paddle Surfing was started back in the 40’s by the Waikiki Beach boys on Oahu. They would use their outrigger paddles to “paddle surf” their big boards around the tourists and take pictures.
Today, Stand Up Paddling is the fastest growing water sport on the planet due to its easy learning curve. Though you may have seen surf legends Laird Hamilton, Dave Kalama or Robby Naish surfing huge waves, there are plenty of calm waters around Maui to learn on. Pretty much anyone can do it and it’s making surfers out of everyone.
Continue reading ‘Intro to Stand Up Paddling and Fitness Video’
