SUP Surfing Insight Collection
Go beyond technique and explore the bigger picture of SUP surfing. This collection brings together in-depth reviews, board and fin comparisons, interviews, rider insights and expert discussions to help you better understand equipment, design, performance and the sport itself. Dip into the topics that interest you and discover the knowledge that will help you make more informed decisions on and off the water.
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A wk in the life of a Starboard Generation… a board that can do it all and everybody should own! The Starboard Generation is an extremely versatile board that will...
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A week in the life of a Starboard Generation… a board that can do it all!
A wk in the life of a Starboard Generation… a board that can do it all and everybody should own! The Starboard Generation is an extremely versatile board that will...
Start LessonI've been using a Black Project Surge and a Starboard Enduro for about 5 years now, and with the release of the 2 new versions I decided it was time...
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Life with a Black Project Surge Vs Starboard Enduro / Hear Reuben’s thoughts
I've been using a Black Project Surge and a Starboard Enduro for about 5 years now, and with the release of the 2 new versions I decided it was time...
Preview LessonBrazilan Leco Salazar has one of the smoothest surfing styles in the business. Well known for his vertical and aggressive top turns when riding both frontside and backside waves, these...
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SUPboarder video breakdown / Leco Salazar – the vertical turn master
Brazilan Leco Salazar has one of the smoothest surfing styles in the business. Well known for his vertical and aggressive top turns when riding both frontside and backside waves, these...
Start LessonFrench F. One rider Yvan Quilfen has got some great moves and his SUP foam climb & 360° are very stylish indeed. Yvan is a talented all round waterman and we look...
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SUPboarder video breakdown / Yvan Quilfen SUP foam climb & 360°
French F. One rider Yvan Quilfen has got some great moves and his SUP foam climb & 360° are very stylish indeed. Yvan is a talented all round waterman and we look...
Start LessonI did have to wait a while due to a small issue called COVID, but when it came it was well worth the wait!
ProBest board I have used… Reuben reviews his new surf SUP
I did have to wait a while due to a small issue called COVID, but when it came it was well worth the wait!
Preview LessonWe recently released the much anticipated review comparing the Starboard Wedge, Spice and Pro surf shapes. This video focuses on the addition of the new 8'0 Wedge board into the...
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Discussing The Starboard 8’0 Wedge
We recently released the much anticipated review comparing the Starboard Wedge, Spice and Pro surf shapes. This video focuses on the addition of the new 8'0 Wedge board into the...
Preview LessonThe team at SUPboarder have been busy testing the Quobba Fins in a range of different conditions and board types. Beau shares his insights into how Quobba fins make a difference and what size fins you need to get the most out of them.
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Quobba Fins – Full Review & Analysis
The team at SUPboarder have been busy testing the Quobba Fins in a range of different conditions and board types. Beau shares his insights into how Quobba fins make a difference and what size fins you need to get the most out of them.
Preview LessonLooking at board sizes in catalogues and on the internet is a great way to find out what size boards are available on the market. But even when all the...
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3 boards similar on paper, so different in feel
Looking at board sizes in catalogues and on the internet is a great way to find out what size boards are available on the market. But even when all the...
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Leading the Infinity SUP brand, Dave talk us through his innovative board ideas, commentary roles and breaks down his signature SUP surfing move, the grab rail carve. For the PRO...
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Voices of SUP – Dave Boehne / Infinity SUP designer
Leading the Infinity SUP brand, Dave talk us through his innovative board ideas, commentary roles and breaks down his signature SUP surfing move, the grab rail carve. For the PRO...
Start Lesson"What composite SUP board construction should I buy? Is it worth spending the extra for a full carbon over a wood/glass board?" This has to be one of the most...
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What composite SUP board construction should I buy? Full carbon or wood/glass?
"What composite SUP board construction should I buy? Is it worth spending the extra for a full carbon over a wood/glass board?" This has to be one of the most...
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro video we go over the difference between production and custom SUP, and what questions you should be asking yourself when trying to decide which one is...
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Production or Custom SUP? / How to videos
In this SUPboarder Pro video we go over the difference between production and custom SUP, and what questions you should be asking yourself when trying to decide which one is...
Preview LessonWhether you're a couple that live together or just 2 friends that love SUP, paddleboarding together and sharing the whole SUP experience is a great way to enjoy our sport....
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Sharing SUP gear / SUPboarder Pro ‘How to video’
Whether you're a couple that live together or just 2 friends that love SUP, paddleboarding together and sharing the whole SUP experience is a great way to enjoy our sport....
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In this SUPboarder comparison board review we look at two of RRD’s small advanced shaped surf SUPs - the RRD iWave 7'7'' and the RRD COTAN 6'11''. We put these...
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RRD COTAN Vs RRD iWAVE / Comparison – Review Video
In this SUPboarder comparison board review we look at two of RRD’s small advanced shaped surf SUPs - the RRD iWave 7'7'' and the RRD COTAN 6'11''. We put these...
Start LessonThe latest video and board details about the all new JP Surf Slate has got us very excited. After reviewing the smallest and biggest JP Surf Slate in the 2016/17...
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This is more like it… The new 2018 JP Surf Slate
The latest video and board details about the all new JP Surf Slate has got us very excited. After reviewing the smallest and biggest JP Surf Slate in the 2016/17...
Start LessonThe Maldives is a great location for SUP surfing as SUPboarder found out on a recent trip to the Southern Atols of the Maldives with The Perfect Wave . Utilising a...
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Surf, Eat, Sleep…Repeat – The Maldives 14
The Maldives is a great location for SUP surfing as SUPboarder found out on a recent trip to the Southern Atols of the Maldives with The Perfect Wave . Utilising a...
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