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!
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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...

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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...

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Life with a Black Project Surge Vs Starboard Enduro / Hear Reuben’s thoughts
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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...

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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...

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SUPboarder video breakdown / Leco Salazar – the vertical turn master
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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...

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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...

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SUPboarder video breakdown / Yvan Quilfen SUP foam climb & 360°
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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...

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Why SUP surf over prone surf as a beginner? / Lucy shares her thoughts
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Why SUP surf over prone surf as a beginner? / Lucy shares her thoughts

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I did have to wait a while due to a small issue called COVID, but when it came it was well worth the wait!

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Best board I have used… Reuben reviews his new surf SUP
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Best 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!

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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...

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Discussing The Starboard 8’0 Wedge
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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...

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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.

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Quobba Fins – Full Review & Analysis
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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.

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Quobba Fins Shifter Review / Move Your Rear Fin Forwards or Backwards
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Quobba Fins Shifter Review / Move Your Rear Fin Forwards or Backwards

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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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3 boards similar on paper, so different in feel
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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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2023 Starboard SUP Surf Shape Comparison / Wedge vs Spice vs Pro
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2023 Starboard SUP Surf Shape Comparison / Wedge vs Spice vs Pro

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Wide surf shapes from Starboard compared / Whopper, Wide Point and Hyper Nut
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Wide surf shapes from Starboard compared / Whopper, Wide Point and Hyper Nut

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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
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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...

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Voices of SUP Dave Boehne / Infinity SUP designer - PRO EXTRA
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Voices of SUP Dave Boehne / Infinity SUP designer - PRO EXTRA

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"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?
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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...

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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...

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Production or Custom SUP? / How to videos
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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...

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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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Sharing SUP gear / SUPboarder Pro ‘How to video’
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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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Honu Bondi surf 8’8″ iSUP ‘First Look’
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Honu Bondi surf 8’8″ iSUP ‘First Look’

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2023 SMIK SUP Review / Paradox + Style Lord + Hipster Twin
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2023 SMIK SUP Review / Paradox + Style Lord + Hipster Twin

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Starboard Longboard 2024 Range – Reviewed & Compared!
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Starboard Longboard 2024 Range – Reviewed & Compared!

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Starboard Pocket Rocket VS Hyper Nut / Comparison video
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Starboard Pocket Rocket VS Hyper Nut / Comparison video

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Itiwit 8′ & 9′ 500 surf inflatable SUP comparison review
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Itiwit 8′ & 9′ 500 surf inflatable SUP comparison review

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Itiwit 8' & 9' 500 surf inflatable SUP comparison review - PRO VIDEO
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Itiwit 8' & 9' 500 surf inflatable SUP comparison review - PRO VIDEO

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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
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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...

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RRD COTAN Vs RRD iWAVE / Comparison - Review Video
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RRD COTAN Vs RRD iWAVE / Comparison - Review Video

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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...

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This is more like it… The new 2018 JP Surf Slate
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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...

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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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Surf, Eat, Sleep…Repeat – The Maldives 14
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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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Tips for editing a SUP film / Behind the scene
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Tips for editing a SUP film / Behind the scene

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Can you SUP surf in a drysuit? / SUPboarder Vlog
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Can you SUP surf in a drysuit? / SUPboarder Vlog

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We look at the NEW Starboard Twin Fin Acute Custom Carbon Construction
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We look at the NEW Starboard Twin Fin Acute Custom Carbon Construction

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