SUP Surfing Gear Wiki
Choosing the right equipment can transform your SUP surfing. Explore in-depth guides covering surf boards, fins, paddles and design features to understand how different equipment choices influence stability, performance and progression in the surf.
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Part 1: Choosing the Right Surf SUP
Build the foundations of SUP surf equipment by understanding stability, board volume and fin setup. These lessons will help you choose the right beginner board and equipment to develop your confidence in the surf.
If you're unsure what SUP volume is, how it effects your board and how to compare it to your body weight, then this is a simple way to understand about...
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What is SUP volume? / How to video
If you're unsure what SUP volume is, how it effects your board and how to compare it to your body weight, then this is a simple way to understand about...
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Which factors affect SUP board stability? This question was sent to us from a SUPboarder Pro subscriber and its definitely something to consider when looking at buying a new board. There...
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Factors that affect board stability / How to video
Which factors affect SUP board stability? This question was sent to us from a SUPboarder Pro subscriber and its definitely something to consider when looking at buying a new board. There...
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In this mini SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. The first episode...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #1 / Tracking and Speed
In this mini SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. The first episode...
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In this SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. In this episode, we...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #3 / 1, 2, 3 or 4 Fins
In this SUPboarder Pro series about fins, we test some theories around fins and show you how fins really do make a difference to your paddling. In this episode, we...
Preview LessonNew boards are expensive, but new fins are not just fancy accessories. Without fins, our boards would be useless and hard to control, so building a quiver of fins in...
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Fins Do Make A Difference #4 / SUP Fins For Different Conditions
New boards are expensive, but new fins are not just fancy accessories. Without fins, our boards would be useless and hard to control, so building a quiver of fins in...
Preview LessonWhen SUP surfing trying out different fins is a great way of changing the feel of your board. In this video SUPboarder looks at how to make a 10'5'' all...
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How to get the most out of your surf SUP with fins
When SUP surfing trying out different fins is a great way of changing the feel of your board. In this video SUPboarder looks at how to make a 10'5'' all...
Start LessonIn this PRO video we look at how to get the most out of your centre fin with the correct placement in the fin box. Whether it's for racing, cruising...
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Centre fin placement for your SUP / How to Video
In this PRO video we look at how to get the most out of your centre fin with the correct placement in the fin box. Whether it's for racing, cruising...
Preview LessonIn this PRO video, Beau Nixon dissects the differences between inflatable and hard surf SUPs, and why you should be on a hard board to fast track your surfing progression.
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iSUP VS Composite Surf SUPs / What’s The Difference For Beginner Riders?
In this PRO video, Beau Nixon dissects the differences between inflatable and hard surf SUPs, and why you should be on a hard board to fast track your surfing progression.
Preview LessonIn this PRO video, Beau Nixon takes a look at the best beginner surf SUPs on the market and discusses some of the design elements and reasons why these boards...
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Best Surf SUPs For Beginner Riders
In this PRO video, Beau Nixon takes a look at the best beginner surf SUPs on the market and discusses some of the design elements and reasons why these boards...
Preview LessonPart 2: Optimising Your Surf Setup
Take a closer look at the equipment that shapes your surfing experience. Learn how board size, paddles, leashes, fin systems and construction influence performance while discovering practical ways to get the most from your gear.
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
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...
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder PRO video, we dive deep into SUP surf design to arm you with the knowledge about performance boards, to ultimately answer the question; Are you on the...
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Are You On The Right Board? Deep Dive Into Surf SUP Design For Performance / SUPboarder PRO
In this SUPboarder PRO video, we dive deep into SUP surf design to arm you with the knowledge about performance boards, to ultimately answer the question; Are you on the...
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro video we're going to be talking about making the correct board size choices to help with your SUP progression. Whatever your reasons for wanting to SUP...
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Making the correct board size choices to help your SUP progression
In this SUPboarder Pro video we're going to be talking about making the correct board size choices to help with your SUP progression. Whatever your reasons for wanting to SUP...
Preview LessonAny paddle will get you SUP surfing but some paddles are better for taking surfing than others. Reuben talks about why different SUP surfing paddle blade sizes & shapes make a...
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SUP surfing paddle blade sizes & shapes / How to video
Any paddle will get you SUP surfing but some paddles are better for taking surfing than others. Reuben talks about why different SUP surfing paddle blade sizes & shapes make a...
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It's important to always give your kit a quick check over before you take to the water. But I also do a thorough check of all my gear at least...
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Is your SUP gear ready for action? Reuben vlogs his yearly gear check / SUPboarder Pro
It's important to always give your kit a quick check over before you take to the water. But I also do a thorough check of all my gear at least...
Preview LessonIn this video we talk about the basics of leashes for paddleboarding. A leash is an important part of paddleboarding equipment. There are different types of leashes which should be...
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Leashes for paddleboarding / How to video
In this video we talk about the basics of leashes for paddleboarding. A leash is an important part of paddleboarding equipment. There are different types of leashes which should be...
Start LessonIn this video I decide to take our reader Jim's advice and fill these gaps with a glue gun stick melted into it. And I also discuss another comment from...
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A heatgun, glue stick and a carbon board / What could go wrong?!
In this video I decide to take our reader Jim's advice and fill these gaps with a glue gun stick melted into it. And I also discuss another comment from...
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...
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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
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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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’
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....
Preview LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro video, we discuss the different fin box types that you find on stand up paddle boards and the pros and cons associated with each type. When...
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SUP Fin Box Types
In this SUPboarder Pro video, we discuss the different fin box types that you find on stand up paddle boards and the pros and cons associated with each type. When...
Preview LessonPart 3: Understanding Surf Board Design
Explore the design features that define how a surf SUP performs. From rocker, rails and tails to board shapes, construction and specialist designs, these lessons explain how different design choices influence performance on the wave.
Beau take you through multiple elements of SUP Longboard design to help you understand how each design element effects performance and feel on the water. This video will really help you understand how to select design features that will be best for your level and riding style!
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SUP Longboard Shapes & Design Explained
Beau take you through multiple elements of SUP Longboard design to help you understand how each design element effects performance and feel on the water. This video will really help you understand how to select design features that will be best for your level and riding style!
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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
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 LessonThere are so many things that go into a boards design. In this SUPboarder Pro video we talk about how rail thickness at the tail affects a boards performance in...
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SUP Rail thickness at the tail / Design & Performance
There are so many things that go into a boards design. In this SUPboarder Pro video we talk about how rail thickness at the tail affects a boards performance in...
Preview LessonAs with any sport there are things you'll need to consider, and compromises you'll need to make regarding…. the gear you use, your ability, the conditions you're paddling in, and...
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Considerations and compromises to ‘become a better SUPer’
As with any sport there are things you'll need to consider, and compromises you'll need to make regarding…. the gear you use, your ability, the conditions you're paddling in, and...
Preview LessonSo lets talk SUP rocker-lines or board rocker shapes. Understanding what rocker is on a board doesn't have to be complicated or a subject that only applies to more advanced...
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SUP rocker-lines explained / How to Video
So lets talk SUP rocker-lines or board rocker shapes. Understanding what rocker is on a board doesn't have to be complicated or a subject that only applies to more advanced...
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In this new SUPboarder Pro video series we are going to be looking and talking about the design features and shapes on your SUP. In this first video we are...
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SUP Shapes Explained / SUP bottom shapes
In this new SUPboarder Pro video series we are going to be looking and talking about the design features and shapes on your SUP. In this first video we are...
Preview LessonIn this third video we are going to be talking about SUP Rail shapes and how they effect your boards performance. Just like the other videos is the series this...
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SUP SHAPES EXPLAINED / SUP RAIL SHAPES
In this third video we are going to be talking about SUP Rail shapes and how they effect your boards performance. Just like the other videos is the series this...
Preview LessonIn this new SUPboarder Pro video series we are going to be looking and talking about the design features and shapes on your SUP. In this second video we are...
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SUP Shapes Explained / SUP tail shapes
In this new SUPboarder Pro video series we are going to be looking and talking about the design features and shapes on your SUP. In this second video we are...
Preview LessonSUP surf fins are one of the smallest and yet most important pieces of equipment when it comes to surfing. And yet they're probably the one thing that many surfers...
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SUP surf fins explained / How to videos
SUP surf fins are one of the smallest and yet most important pieces of equipment when it comes to surfing. And yet they're probably the one thing that many surfers...
Start LessonIn this SUPboarder PRO video, Beau dissects the board design features that heavier or larger SUP riders need to know about before buying their next board. If you are a...
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Surf SUP Insight for Heavier Riders
In this SUPboarder PRO video, Beau dissects the board design features that heavier or larger SUP riders need to know about before buying their next board. If you are a...
Preview LessonThis is a question that has been asked a fair few times on SUPboarder. Some of you are looking at making your own SUP and others of you are thinking...
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Things to consider when buying or making a custom SUP
This is a question that has been asked a fair few times on SUPboarder. Some of you are looking at making your own SUP and others of you are thinking...
Preview LessonIn this video we look at tuning your thruster fin setup. Many surfers when they get a new board, put in their 3 fins and then that's exactly where they...
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Tuning your thruster fin setup / How to video
In this video we look at tuning your thruster fin setup. Many surfers when they get a new board, put in their 3 fins and then that's exactly where they...
Preview 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 LessonPart 4: Advanced Surf Board Performance
Complete your understanding of surf SUP design by exploring advanced board concepts, performance tuning and expert insights. Discover how experienced shapers and riders refine equipment to suit different conditions, surfing styles and performance goals.
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 LessonIn this SUPboarder Pro video Will talks about why many iSUPs have tail runners at the back of the board, how tail runners work on iSUPs and if they're something...
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We talk about tail runners / edge releases on your iSUP / What do they do & why?
In this SUPboarder Pro video Will talks about why many iSUPs have tail runners at the back of the board, how tail runners work on iSUPs and if they're something...
Preview LessonWe speak about drive a lot when we do SUPboarder surf SUP reviews. But what are we talking about? If it sounds like a foreign language then this is the...
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What is drive when SUP surfing?
We speak about drive a lot when we do SUPboarder surf SUP reviews. But what are we talking about? If it sounds like a foreign language then this is the...
Preview LessonAfter the recent comparison video of the smaller RRD surf SUPs, the COTAN and iWAVE we look at a question that many readers have been asking "When is your SUP...
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When is your SUP too small? / How to video
After the recent comparison video of the smaller RRD surf SUPs, the COTAN and iWAVE we look at a question that many readers have been asking "When is your SUP...
Preview LessonThere's a massive range of boards on the market but surf SUPs generally fall into 3 main categories - longboard surf SUP 9'-11', traditional surf SUP 7'-10' and the shorter...
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Which surf SUP? Longboard, traditional or stubby / How to video
There's a massive range of boards on the market but surf SUPs generally fall into 3 main categories - longboard surf SUP 9'-11', traditional surf SUP 7'-10' and the shorter...
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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
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 LessonWetsuit boots or barefoot that is the question? For many of us, going bare foot on a SUP is just not an option if we live somewhere where the water...
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Getting the most grip & control / Wetsuit boots or barefoot?
Wetsuit boots or barefoot that is the question? For many of us, going bare foot on a SUP is just not an option if we live somewhere where the water...
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