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Coastal Adventures: Top 5 Places To Paddle On The Sea

15/04/202416/04/2024 by jamesibbotson

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The brilliant thing about living on our little island nation is that we have an abundance of paddling both inland and at sea. From quaint fishing villages to prehistoric cliffs, our coasts have a lot to offer. So where do you start? People have paddled around the whole of Britain,…

Storing Your SUP, Kayak, or Canoe for Winter

12/01/2024 by jamesibbotson

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It’s time to admit that we are in the depths of winter now. There has been snow, rain, ice, and a couple of named storms thrown in there making our weather pretty unpredictable. This might be enough to put you off getting on the water for a little, and we…

Paddleboarding – The Basics

05/12/202305/12/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Paddleboarding has rapidly risen in popularity, becoming one of the most popular water sports in the UK.It’s rise in popularity can be attributed to how accessible it is. It requires no special skills, no bizarre environment, and can be adapted for any person. With this said, there are a few…

Do I Need A Fin On My Paddleboard?

21/11/2023 by jamesibbotson

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No matter what paddleboard you buy, borrow, or rent, you’ll notice that they all have a slot for a fin to go. But what is the point of it? And why do some boards have more than others? In this article we will explain a few bits about the fin,…

East of England Paddlesports: Circumnavigation around Mersea Island on a Mega SUP

14/08/202314/03/2024 by jamesibbotson

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East of England Paddlesports is the largest Paddle UK affiliated online group with over 12k members, we aim to promote safe paddling and encourage grass roots paddling of all types in a safe and responsible way. Every year, we aim to raise money for a charity by doing something paddling…

A Beginners Guide to Touring Paddleboards

26/07/202314/03/2024 by jamesibbotson

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So, you’ve been up and down your local stretch of water so much you could now paddle it with your eyes closed. You’re craving something new and exciting, a way to spread your paddleboarding wings and take your paddleboarding to the next level. One option is paddleboard touring. Touring paddleboards…

A quick guide to picking a kids stand up paddleboard

06/07/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) is an exciting water sport that offers an opportunity to have fun, develop balance and coordination skills and explore nature. The fun is not only for adults however, it is a great activity to get your kids involved in! But, as any parent or guardian knows, if…

A woman sat on a SUP with a kayak seat attachment

SUP Kayak Seats

09/06/202314/03/2024 by jamesibbotson

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Stand up paddle boarding (SUP) has rapidly shot up in popularity in recent years. The freedom of rocking up at the water, quickly pumping a board up and cruising along in the sun has largely contributed to this success. How accessible it is to anyone wanting to give it a…

Journeys into SUP Racing – Sarah Thornely (SUP Junkie)

22/05/202306/06/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Following on from my piece “Have you heard about SUP racing”, I thought I would highlight three women who have caught the racing bug to showcase the transition from leisure paddler to SUP racer. [caption id="attachment_29061" align="alignnone" width="1500"] Karen Greener[/caption] Sarah Perkins Sarah was a sporty kid before “a wonky…

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A Weekend in Coniston – James Ibbotson

20/04/202303/05/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Coniston lake is the third largest lake in the Lake District, and is surrounded by lots of the beauties of the national park. So Myself, Kerry, David, and Tamsyn decided to take advantage of the Experience Freedom glamping site situated next to the lake for a weekend getaway. We opted…

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Tara Sutthoff Crist – SUP Yoga

15/03/202312/04/2023 by jamesibbotson

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I returned to the UK after 14 years abroad, as a single parent of two young girls ready to restart life and build up my yoga students all over again. Joining the local canoe club was not only affordable but it was my saving grace. Once I found a babysitter…

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Why paddling makes the perfect date

06/02/202307/02/2023 by jamesibbotson

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When thinking of date ideas, so many things spring to mind. Cinema, food, romantic walk… paddling? It isn’t the first thing that you may think of, but it is a brilliant activity to take your date on. Here are a couple of reasons why paddling makes the perfect date. You…

the front of a wooden SUP paddling into mass greenary

Brian Farley – A Poem from a SUP

30/01/202330/01/2023 by jamesibbotson

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I enjoy looking at nature, just standing still to observe it - but on a SUP! I wrote this poem based on William Davies poem “Leisure”, but totally rewritten from the point of view of a chilled out paddler, aged 75. I’ve spent most of my life as a carer…

Will Behenna on his seated inclusive paddleboard

Will Behenna – SIP Paddler

10/01/202318/01/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Despite the devastation of being unable to walk following a cycling accident, 35 years ago, Will Behenna was determined not to let it affect his love of the outdoors. “I was always into outdoor stuff,” said Dorset-based paddler Will Behenna. “So I just kind of carried on.” This conviction has…

a group of sup racers sprinting from the beach into the sea

Have You Heard About SUP Racing?

04/01/202311/01/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is still on the increase after a huge surge over the last couple of years. Leisure paddling leads the way for most paddlers, but did you know there is a strong SUP racing scene in the UK and indeed worldwide? The GBSUP National Series was set…

two women paddle boarding on a lake with some hills in the background

Top 10 Common Paddle Boarding Mistakes

12/12/2022 by jamesibbotson

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Paddle boarding is great. You can rock up almost anywhere, pump your board up and get on the water. This is what has led to the recent boom in popularity. Also how simple it is to get going. But with this simplicity also comes room for mistakes. So here we…

Places to Paddle in the North West

29/07/2022 by jamesibbotson

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The North West of England is home to some truly unique coastlines and stunning lakes. With so many places to paddle in the North West, we have pulled together just a couple of our highlights. With coastlines, the Lake District, Cumbria, and a few cities too, there is a huge…

How to Protect your Inflatable in the Heat

20/07/2022 by jamesibbotson

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With the weather warm, the sun coming out, and longer days, getting out on the water on your inflatable craft is looking more and more appealing. Inflatable paddleboards and kayaks are brilliantly convenient. They fit in your car, pump up quickly, and are great family fun on the water. To…

SUP Safer

20/06/202223/05/2023 by jamesibbotson

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If you’re a new or novice stand up paddleboarder and want to raise your safety awareness and personal safely, then the SUP Safer course is for you! It’ll help you develop a better understanding of how to be safe when on the water. During this award, your instructor will work…

Transporting your kayak, canoe, and paddleboard

13/05/202201/02/2023 by jamesibbotson

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Now you have yourself a lovely new kayak, canoe, or paddleboard it’s time to get it out on the water. But how do you take it from your home to the river, lake, sea? Unless you are one of the very lucky ones, you are going to have to drive…

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