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Black Project Hydro Flow X Review
By David Becerra Review: Black Project Hydro Flow X Paddle ( 82”Sq/inch - 29mm Diameter Medium Flex Shaft) When talking SuP equipment, one could say that there is nothing more personal than a paddle. Just think of the decision process. Like most, It’s probable that you first started with a heavy adjustable paddle. Then one day at a local paddling meet you try a light fixed carbon paddle, and its love at first contact with water. Meanwhile, your rotator cuff is wondering why the hell you went so long paddling with an oversized shovel. You go home, you do...
Slowtide Change Ponchos
I did some research before deciding on what change poncho to stock. Most of the offerings did little if anything to inspire me. Then I found Slowtide. Along with the ponchos they do towels for beach and yoga plus some nice beach blankets. Then I ordered the ponchos to sell. GAME CHANGER! Longer (at least it feels longer), heavier weight fabric, super plush and roomy. It's amazing. I chose the Ranger as my personal one and love it. Its great for surf or just lounging around in. Now some more details. The Ranger and Digs are the heaviest and most plush. Think...
SUP Surf Etiquette - How to make friends in the line up
Find a peak with the fewest surfers outAlways spend time on the beach surveying the surf and selecting the wave you want to ride. This gives you the chance to find a wave with the fewest surfers on it, so that, from the get-go, you are reducing the potential for conflict. Paddle out around the breakBecause you have been watching, you have seen that there are sets and lulls and that there are channels that run out around the breaking peaks. Paddle out in the channel during a lull. If there are constant sets of waves and the paddle out...
STAND UP PADDLE BOARD TIPS AND INFO
10 THINGS I WISH I HAD KNOWN WHEN I STARTED! 1. Just how addictive it is. 2. Take a lesson – it will save you hours of frustration! 3. Just how good it makes you feel and how good it is for your body 4. Just how much the wife and kids loved it 5. Shorter isn’t better. Length equals glide and speed 6. Wider isn’t necessarily more stable. Board design plays the biggest part in stability 7. Save money – spend a bit more. 8. Seek good advice. The best advice comes form those with a vested interest in you...