SUP Touring Insight Collection

Go beyond the how-to and explore the wider world of SUP touring and adventure paddling. Discover inspiring expeditions, equipment reviews, interviews and real-world experiences that can help you understand touring boards, adventure planning and what’s possible when you explore by SUP.

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PART 1 — SUP TOURING JOURNEYS

Follow real SUP journeys and see how touring adventures unfold, from an offshore lighthouse paddle to a multi-day crossing of Scotland.

 

Join Will on an ambitious paddle out to Eddystone Lighthouse and discover how an adventure that seemed straightforward quickly became memorable for some unexpected reasons.

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When I paddled 16km out to sea and ended up on national radio / Eddystone Vlog
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When I paddled 16km out to sea and ended up on national radio / Eddystone Vlog

Join Will on an ambitious paddle out to Eddystone Lighthouse and discover how an adventure that seemed straightforward quickly became memorable for some unexpected reasons.

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Go behind the Eddystone adventure as Will reflects on the planning, conditions, decisions and lessons from his offshore paddle, including what he would approach differently next time.

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Deep Dive Into Will’s Eddystone Lighthouse Paddle / Interview
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Deep Dive Into Will’s Eddystone Lighthouse Paddle / Interview

Go behind the Eddystone adventure as Will reflects on the planning, conditions, decisions and lessons from his offshore paddle, including what he would approach differently next time.

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Start Will’s solo journey across Scotland as he prepares his equipment, packs the van and sets out to paddle the Caledonian Canal on a multi-day SUP adventure.

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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 1 / How to Video
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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 1 / How to Video

Start Will’s solo journey across Scotland as he prepares his equipment, packs the van and sets out to paddle the Caledonian Canal on a multi-day SUP adventure.

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Continue across Scotland as the journey gets properly underway, with a real-world look at the paddling, conditions and practicalities of travelling by SUP.

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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 2 / How to Video
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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 2 / How to Video

Continue across Scotland as the journey gets properly underway, with a real-world look at the paddling, conditions and practicalities of travelling by SUP.

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Follow the next stage of the crossing as Will experiences more of the highs, lows and challenges that come with taking on a solo multi-day SUP journey.

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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 3 / How to Video
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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 3 / How to Video

Follow the next stage of the crossing as Will experiences more of the highs, lows and challenges that come with taking on a solo multi-day SUP journey.

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Complete the journey across Scotland and see how the final stage unfolds, bringing together the experiences and lessons from Will’s solo Caledonian Canal adventure.

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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 4 / How to Video
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A SUP adventure crossing Scotland Part 4 / How to Video

Complete the journey across Scotland and see how the final stage unfolds, bringing together the experiences and lessons from Will’s solo Caledonian Canal adventure.

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PART 2 — TOURING GEAR & PREPARATION

Explore clothing, equipment and practical gear choices for SUP touring, with real-world adventures showing how that kit can support longer days on the water.

 

Compare three different SUP jackets and understand how their features, protection and intended uses differ, helping you decide what could work best for your own paddling.

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3 PALM EQUIPMENT SUP JACKETS COMPARED… WHICH IS BEST FOR YOUR PADDLING?
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3 PALM EQUIPMENT SUP JACKETS COMPARED… WHICH IS BEST FOR YOUR PADDLING?

Compare three different SUP jackets and understand how their features, protection and intended uses differ, helping you decide what could work best for your own paddling.

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Will and Beau take you behind the scenes in this SUPboarder PRO video to show you how our comparison reviews are made. Wed give away lots of feedback whilst paddling...

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Behind The Scenes of the Quroc All Water Comparison Review
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Behind The Scenes of the Quroc All Water Comparison Review

Will and Beau take you behind the scenes in this SUPboarder PRO video to show you how our comparison reviews are made. Wed give away lots of feedback whilst paddling...

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Compare a full drysuit with a two-piece setup and understand the advantages of each, helping you choose suitable protection for your paddling and conditions.

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A full drysuit or 2 piece separates? / Which one best suits your type of paddling?
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A full drysuit or 2 piece separates? / Which one best suits your type of paddling?

Compare a full drysuit with a two-piece setup and understand the advantages of each, helping you choose suitable protection for your paddling and conditions.

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Take a closer look at equipment designed for touring and adventure paddling, with useful ideas for staying protected, comfortable and prepared when spending longer on the water.

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SUP touring gear from Palm Equipment
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SUP touring gear from Palm Equipment

Take a closer look at equipment designed for touring and adventure paddling, with useful ideas for staying protected, comfortable and prepared when spending longer on the water.

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Head to Scotland with the Water Skills Academy and see how skills, equipment and preparation come together when paddling in a more adventurous expedition environment.

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SUP Vlogger Ep 21 / A Scottish SUP Expedition with the Water Skills Academy (WSA)
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SUP Vlogger Ep 21 / A Scottish SUP Expedition with the Water Skills Academy (WSA)

Head to Scotland with the Water Skills Academy and see how skills, equipment and preparation come together when paddling in a more adventurous expedition environment.

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PART 3 — EVERYDAY & FAMILY ADVENTURES

Discover achievable SUP adventures, from family camping and island exploring to solo trips and micro adventures that might inspire your next journey.

 

See what happens when SUP touring meets family camping as the SUPboarder crew heads out for their first overnight adventure together, carrying everything they need by board.

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Our first family SUP Camping Adventure / SUPboarder vlog
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Our first family SUP Camping Adventure / SUPboarder vlog

See what happens when SUP touring meets family camping as the SUPboarder crew heads out for their first overnight adventure together, carrying everything they need by board.

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Take the family adventure further with a multi-day SUP journey and see the practicalities, rewards and challenges of exploring together over several days.

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Our multi-day family SUP touring adventure
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Our multi-day family SUP touring adventure

Take the family adventure further with a multi-day SUP journey and see the practicalities, rewards and challenges of exploring together over several days.

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Go deeper into the family touring experience with additional insight from the trip, exploring more of the planning, equipment and lessons behind a successful multi-day adventure.

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Our multi-day family SUP touring adventure PRO EXTRA

Go deeper into the family touring experience with additional insight from the trip, exploring more of the planning, equipment and lessons behind a successful multi-day adventure.

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Join the family on a coastal trip to the Seal Islands and get a taste of how a simple day of exploration can turn into a memorable SUP adventure.

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Our SUP trip to seal islands
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Our SUP trip to seal islands

Join the family on a coastal trip to the Seal Islands and get a taste of how a simple day of exploration can turn into a memorable SUP adventure.

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Follow a slightly different kind of SUP mission as compact equipment opens up the possibility of carrying a board further and exploring places that aren't easily reached by conventional SUPs.

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SUP Vlogger Ep 22 / Testing the Aquatone Haze Halfway Up A Mountain!
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SUP Vlogger Ep 22 / Testing the Aquatone Haze Halfway Up A Mountain!

Follow a slightly different kind of SUP mission as compact equipment opens up the possibility of carrying a board further and exploring places that aren't easily reached by conventional SUPs.

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Explore the Isles of Scilly by paddleboard and discover how SUP can provide a completely different way to experience an island destination from the water.

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Exploring Isles of Scilly by SUP / A Travel With A Paddle Adventure
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Exploring Isles of Scilly by SUP / A Travel With A Paddle Adventure

Explore the Isles of Scilly by paddleboard and discover how SUP can provide a completely different way to experience an island destination from the water.

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Join Will on a solo overnight adventure where paddling is only part of the experience, with wild camping and unexpected moments adding to the journey.

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Solo SUP adventure / Smelly fish and sleeping on a cliff edge!
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Solo SUP adventure / Smelly fish and sleeping on a cliff edge!

Join Will on a solo overnight adventure where paddling is only part of the experience, with wild camping and unexpected moments adding to the journey.

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See how a compact inflatable SUP can become part of a family holiday, making it easier to take paddling opportunities wherever your travels happen to lead.

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A family holiday with a SUP / SUPboarder tester Leigh takes a Compact iSUP
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A family holiday with a SUP / SUPboarder tester Leigh takes a Compact iSUP

See how a compact inflatable SUP can become part of a family holiday, making it easier to take paddling opportunities wherever your travels happen to lead.

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Discover how one board can create a family-sized adventure, with a simple micro-adventure showing that exploring by SUP doesn't have to involve huge distances or complicated planning.

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1 board, 1 family & 1 micro adventure with a Red Tandem
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1 board, 1 family & 1 micro adventure with a Red Tandem

Discover how one board can create a family-sized adventure, with a simple micro-adventure showing that exploring by SUP doesn't have to involve huge distances or complicated planning.

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PART 4 — BIG ADVENTURES & EXPEDITIONS

Go further with ambitious SUP journeys, crossings and expeditions, and discover the experiences behind some seriously challenging miles on the water.

 

Discover the scale and reality of attempting to paddle around Lake Superior, and hear about the physical, mental and environmental challenges involved in an extraordinary solo SUP expedition.

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Cold, painful & hungry! – Circumnavigating Lake Superior by SUP
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Cold, painful & hungry! – Circumnavigating Lake Superior by SUP

Discover the scale and reality of attempting to paddle around Lake Superior, and hear about the physical, mental and environmental challenges involved in an extraordinary solo SUP expedition.

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Follow Donna-Lou Nixon and Rachel Martin as they take on a 250km SUP expedition through Norway, experiencing the challenges and rewards of a substantial multi-day journey.

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SUP Expedition – Norway 2023 / Donna Lou Nixon & Rachel Martin
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SUP Expedition – Norway 2023 / Donna Lou Nixon & Rachel Martin

Follow Donna-Lou Nixon and Rachel Martin as they take on a 250km SUP expedition through Norway, experiencing the challenges and rewards of a substantial multi-day journey.

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Travel around Menorca by SUP and see how changing conditions, opportunities and decisions shape an adventure when exploration rather than racing is the goal.

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Days of Opportunity – A SUP Adventure around Menorca
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Days of Opportunity – A SUP Adventure around Menorca

Travel around Menorca by SUP and see how changing conditions, opportunities and decisions shape an adventure when exploration rather than racing is the goal.

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Discover another side of Ibiza through a SUP circumnavigation, showing how paddleboarding can turn a familiar destination into a completely new adventure.

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360 degrees of new experiences – Circumnavigating SUP Ibiza
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360 degrees of new experiences – Circumnavigating SUP Ibiza

Discover another side of Ibiza through a SUP circumnavigation, showing how paddleboarding can turn a familiar destination into a completely new adventure.

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Follow a 100km journey down the River Tamar from source to sea and experience the changing water, landscapes and challenges encountered along the way.

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The Tamar Descent / 100km Source to Sea SUP Adventure VLOG
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The Tamar Descent / 100km Source to Sea SUP Adventure VLOG

Follow a 100km journey down the River Tamar from source to sea and experience the changing water, landscapes and challenges encountered along the way.

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Catch up with Charlie Head during an ambitious 100km solo challenge and hear about the motivation, preparation and determination behind his long-distance paddling.

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Charlie Head Interview Update: 100km crossing in under 24 hours
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Charlie Head Interview Update: 100km crossing in under 24 hours

Catch up with Charlie Head during an ambitious 100km solo challenge and hear about the motivation, preparation and determination behind his long-distance paddling.

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Hear from adventurer Charlie Head about his Lands End to London journey and discover what attracts him to using a paddleboard for ambitious exploration and endurance challenges.

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Charlie Head interviewed | Lands End to London
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Charlie Head interviewed | Lands End to London

Hear from adventurer Charlie Head about his Lands End to London journey and discover what attracts him to using a paddleboard for ambitious exploration and endurance challenges.

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Hear directly from Donna-Lou and Rachel after their Norway expedition as they reflect on the experience, challenges and lessons from paddling 250km together.

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Interview with Donna-Lou Nixon & Rachel Martin / 250km Norway SUP Expedition
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Interview with Donna-Lou Nixon & Rachel Martin / 250km Norway SUP Expedition

Hear directly from Donna-Lou and Rachel after their Norway expedition as they reflect on the experience, challenges and lessons from paddling 250km together.

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PART 5 — ENDURANCE PADDLERS & THEIR STORIES

Meet paddlers taking SUP exploration to another level and hear the stories, motivations and experiences behind remarkable long-distance journeys.

 

Hear from Josua Wechsler about his remarkable 950km journey from Switzerland to the Netherlands and what it takes to plan, endure and complete an expedition on this scale.

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Interview with Josua Wechsler / 950km SUP Expedition from Switzerland to The Netherlands
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Interview with Josua Wechsler / 950km SUP Expedition from Switzerland to The Netherlands

Hear from Josua Wechsler about his remarkable 950km journey from Switzerland to the Netherlands and what it takes to plan, endure and complete an expedition on this scale.

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Get to know explorer Charlie Head and hear about the experiences, motivations and mindset behind a life of ambitious paddling adventures and endurance challenges.

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Voices of SUP – Charlie Head
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Voices of SUP – Charlie Head

Get to know explorer Charlie Head and hear about the experiences, motivations and mindset behind a life of ambitious paddling adventures and endurance challenges.

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Hear from Brendon Prince about The Long Paddle and the enormous challenge of attempting to circumnavigate mainland Britain by stand up paddleboard.

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Interview with Brendon Prince / The Long Paddle: Circumnavigating Mainland Britain on SUP
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Interview with Brendon Prince / The Long Paddle: Circumnavigating Mainland Britain on SUP

Hear from Brendon Prince about The Long Paddle and the enormous challenge of attempting to circumnavigate mainland Britain by stand up paddleboard.

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Catch up with Brendon at John O’Groats and hear how The Long Paddle is progressing, with reflections from deep into his extraordinary journey around mainland Britain.

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The Long Paddle: Brendon Reaches John O’Groats / Update Interview
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The Long Paddle: Brendon Reaches John O’Groats / Update Interview

Catch up with Brendon at John O’Groats and hear how The Long Paddle is progressing, with reflections from deep into his extraordinary journey around mainland Britain.

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PART 6 — TOURING BOARDS & EQUIPMENT

Explore touring SUPs through reviews, comparisons and real-world testing to better understand the boards, constructions and designs available to touring paddlers.

 

Compare a dedicated race board with a more versatile performance-touring design and understand how the All Star and Generation differ in speed, stability and intended use.

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Starboard All Star vs Starboard Generation 2022
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Starboard All Star vs Starboard Generation 2022

Compare a dedicated race board with a more versatile performance-touring design and understand how the All Star and Generation differ in speed, stability and intended use.

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Take a closer look at the Isle Explorer Pro and discover how its unusually stiff inflatable construction affects the board's feel, performance and potential for touring.

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Wow… this is one stiff board! Hear our thoughts on the Isle Explorer Pro
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Wow… this is one stiff board! Hear our thoughts on the Isle Explorer Pro

Take a closer look at the Isle Explorer Pro and discover how its unusually stiff inflatable construction affects the board's feel, performance and potential for touring.

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Compare inflatable and composite versions of the Starboard Generation and understand what each construction offers in performance, practicality and everyday usability.

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Starboard Generation inflatable reviewed & compared / Which is best… composite or iSUP?
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Starboard Generation inflatable reviewed & compared / Which is best… composite or iSUP?

Compare inflatable and composite versions of the Starboard Generation and understand what each construction offers in performance, practicality and everyday usability.

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Get an early look at Starboard's Gen R and Generation and hear where these different designs sit within the range and the types of paddling they're aimed at.

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Early peek… We chat Starboard Gen R, Generation & more
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Early peek… We chat Starboard Gen R, Generation & more

Get an early look at Starboard's Gen R and Generation and hear where these different designs sit within the range and the types of paddling they're aimed at.

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Explore Starboard's inflatable Touring range and understand the differences between its construction options, helping make sense of what you're getting as you move through the range.

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Starboard Touring inflatable range overview / Construction DL, DSC or DDC?
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Starboard Touring inflatable range overview / Construction DL, DSC or DDC?

Explore Starboard's inflatable Touring range and understand the differences between its construction options, helping make sense of what you're getting as you move through the range.

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Put two different Starboard designs side-by-side and see how their shapes and intended uses translate into different experiences and performance on the water.

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Starboard The Wall VS Touring S 12’6 x 28″ (2021) / Comparison Review
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Starboard The Wall VS Touring S 12’6 x 28″ (2021) / Comparison Review

Put two different Starboard designs side-by-side and see how their shapes and intended uses translate into different experiences and performance on the water.

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Go deeper into the Starboard designs and the Wall board.

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Starboard The Wall VS Touring S 12’6 x 28″ (2021) / PRO Extra
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Starboard The Wall VS Touring S 12’6 x 28″ (2021) / PRO Extra

Go deeper into the Starboard designs and the Wall board.

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Compare two boards with very different design approaches and discover how the Waterline and Generation differ in glide, versatility and the types of paddling they suit.

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Starboard Waterline Vs Generation 12’6″ x 28″ Comparison
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Starboard Waterline Vs Generation 12’6″ x 28″ Comparison

Compare two boards with very different design approaches and discover how the Waterline and Generation differ in glide, versatility and the types of paddling they suit.

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See how two touring-focused boards compare in real conditions and discover how differences in their design influence stability, efficiency and overall paddling experience.

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Starboard Waterline VS JP-Australia GT-S 12’6″ / PRO comparison
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Starboard Waterline VS JP-Australia GT-S 12’6″ / PRO comparison

See how two touring-focused boards compare in real conditions and discover how differences in their design influence stability, efficiency and overall paddling experience.

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Compare Naish's Glide and Maliko inflatable 14' boards and see how their different designs suit paddlers looking for touring versatility or more performance-focused paddling.

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2020 Naish Glide 14′ & Maliko 14′ inflatable SUP comparison review
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2020 Naish Glide 14′ & Maliko 14′ inflatable SUP comparison review

Compare Naish's Glide and Maliko inflatable 14' boards and see how their different designs suit paddlers looking for touring versatility or more performance-focused paddling.

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Go deeper into the Glide and Maliko comparison with additional insight into their design, performance and handling.

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2020 Naish Glide 14′ & Maliko 14′ Pro Extened
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2020 Naish Glide 14′ & Maliko 14′ Pro Extened

Go deeper into the Glide and Maliko comparison with additional insight into their design, performance and handling.

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Take the Voyager comparison further with additional detail on the 12'6 and 14' boards, helping you understand the compromises and advantages of each size.

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Red Paddle Co Voyager 12'6 / 14' - PRO EXTENDED VERSION
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Red Paddle Co Voyager 12'6 / 14' - PRO EXTENDED VERSION

Take the Voyager comparison further with additional detail on the 12'6 and 14' boards, helping you understand the compromises and advantages of each size.

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Follow the Starboard Generation through a week of varied paddling and see how its crossover design handles different conditions, uses and everyday adventures.

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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!

Follow the Starboard Generation through a week of varied paddling and see how its crossover design handles different conditions, uses and everyday adventures.

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Come along for a real-world outing on a Starboard Touring SUP and see how the board performs when it's being used for exactly what touring boards are designed for — going somewhere.

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Starboard Touring testing Vlog – Paddling for sausages!

Come along for a real-world outing on a Starboard Touring SUP and see how the board performs when it's being used for exactly what touring boards are designed for — going somewhere.

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Explore the Quroc Touring iSUP range and understand the differences between the available boards, helping you identify which size and design could best suit your touring.

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Quroc Touring iSUP range overview / Which one is best for you?
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Quroc Touring iSUP range overview / Which one is best for you?

Explore the Quroc Touring iSUP range and understand the differences between the available boards, helping you identify which size and design could best suit your touring.

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Discover why a smaller, lighter inflatable can open up new paddling opportunities, particularly when travelling, carrying your board further or simply making spontaneous adventures easier.

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Go paddling more – Reasons to get a lightweight and compact isup
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Go paddling more – Reasons to get a lightweight and compact isup

Discover why a smaller, lighter inflatable can open up new paddling opportunities, particularly when travelling, carrying your board further or simply making spontaneous adventures easier.

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Compare a performance-focused inflatable race board with a dedicated touring design and understand which makes more sense depending on whether you prioritise speed, stability or exploration.

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Starboard All Star Airline vs Touring 14’ x 28” – Which Should You Choose?
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Starboard All Star Airline vs Touring 14’ x 28” – Which Should You Choose?

Compare a performance-focused inflatable race board with a dedicated touring design and understand which makes more sense depending on whether you prioritise speed, stability or exploration.

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See how inflatable and composite touring boards compare and understand the differences in feel, performance, practicality and transport when choosing between the two constructions.

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Comparing Starboard Touring SUPs – inflatable Touring Vs composite Touring
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Comparing Starboard Touring SUPs – inflatable Touring Vs composite Touring

See how inflatable and composite touring boards compare and understand the differences in feel, performance, practicality and transport when choosing between the two constructions.

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Go deeper into the inflatable-versus-composite comparison with additional testing and insight to help you understand where each construction gains and compromises on the water.

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Comparing Starboard Touring SUPs – inflatable Touring Vs composite Touring / Pro Extra
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Comparing Starboard Touring SUPs – inflatable Touring Vs composite Touring / Pro Extra

Go deeper into the inflatable-versus-composite comparison with additional testing and insight to help you understand where each construction gains and compromises on the water.

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Look back at some standout touring boards and hear Will's thoughts on the different designs, features and characteristics worth considering when comparing touring SUPs.

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Will talks about the best touring SUPs for 2019 / SUPboarder Pro video

Look back at some standout touring boards and hear Will's thoughts on the different designs, features and characteristics worth considering when comparing touring SUPs.

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