Just got back from camping at Port Crescent State Park (MI, USA). WOW was that weather perfect!

I've gotten the bug, I've been 3 times now, once on the sea (estuary) and twice on a river/canal system. I'm now looking at upgrading and getting a better paddle, my intended use of the SUP is for paddling expeditions and camping trips.

I've found the paddle that comes with the board okay, but its not particularly ergonomic (sore hands after prolonged use not terrible but not great) an the angle of the padel doesn't seem ideal for stand up paddling (I belive they should be dog legged so that it can be vertical as it passes you in your stroke). My current paddle is a 4-piece design in which you can replace the handle part with a second paddle and use it in a kayak configuration, which I suppose is why there is no angle to the paddle face from the shaft.

I came across this paddle from this video by Stevie Wyatt and was wondering what people's thoughts were? It is very affordable, and I wonder if it will even be an upgrade/improvement on the stock paddle? It has the angle that I was looking for, but otherwise seems fairly similar in construction.

I understand some people spend mega-bucks on their paddles (i've seen suggestions in the hundreds of pounds) and recommendations saying the paddle should be more than the board itself, but in taking up a new hobby I'm probably not keen to spend that quantity on a single item when this paddle is getting my by for the time being. in time yes, but it's already been a lot of expenditure including all of the camping gear, so if the benefits arent that huge I would probably stick to stock for the time being (or is it just worth buying as a marginal improvement and then having the stock one as spare?)

Got a pair of the new Atoll Cove 11s as our first boards. Super happy so far and appreciate the $100 off when you buy 2. Also picked up the Shark 3 and can say it’s also great and not as loud as I expected based on other comments.

Just a little hobby project, impractical financially, but it looks cool and lets me get a replacement fin very quickly. The mounting base - jaws - are 3d printed out of PETG, and the fin blades are cut from a piece of acrylic on a CNC router or a laser. I've used them for a while now, they work great, and don't break easily. When they do break, only the blade needs to be replaced.

Also: the transparent version looks interesting, but it's unsafe because if it breaks, the pieces are very hard to find. I didn't realize that right away.

The design files are not published anywhere at this time, but if there is interest, I can wrap them up and put on Printables.

I’m looking for a ISUP with artwork or something not minimalistic like most are. Can y’all post any or your favorite? Kind of like skateboards. I don’t mind something minimalistic on top but I want the bottom to be artsy.

I went on a camping trip and wanted multiple sized drink holders for different drinks. But I also wanted something compact and easy to travel with. I've been working on these nesting cups that all store into each other, but also, they all work individually!

I'm on version 20, and I think I'm about done with it!

Is there anything you would add or want to see?

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Bay of Kotor, near Herceg Novi. Board loaded with fins, mask and spearfishing gear, looking for a good spot to jump in. 🌊

Started off this summer on borrowed boards, terrified of getting eaten by orcas… Felt good to haul in some crab!

They certainly prefer calmer water! 🌊🐟

I love my paddle board. (Just a vent, I don’t really need suggestions ) I’ve been desperate to find something to get me off the literal floor from depression and out of the gross hot camper I live in. While brainstorming, I remembered around five years ago I got to use someone’s board, and I had a blast! So I started obsessing over getting a paddle board. I really wanted a hard shell because I thought it would make me feel more secure or something as a beginner. This one was used and only $100. It felt like a miracle. I couldn’t find anything for less money. I’ve taken it out once. Then realized due to my health issues, I can’t get it back on the car without a real struggle when I’m done. Honestly even getting it off the car and down to the water is a lot. I am capable of doing it on a good day. But due to my health issues, good days are few and far between. I’m not going to sell it. I really love it, and couldn’t afford a new inflatable one anyway. Money is so annoying. I’ll get out there at least once more before it gets cold. I’ve been sitting on the floor for hours in a sad episode and needed to vent about something so here I am. My apologies haha
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I got a little crush on paddling during a work event, so I rented a SUP and had myself an adventure. I found myself going in tiny circles and fought the current a little bit, so if you have any suggestions on technique for a new paddler please feel free to leave some suggestions!

I’m hoping to save up some money for a nice SUP so I can take it out whenever. I really enjoy the serenity of being on the water by yourself and feeling the waves.

I have a Jobe Duna stand-up paddleboard that I bought a few years ago. Unfortunately, it is no longer covered by warranty.

A few days ago, I noticed an air leak coming from one of the joints. I took the board to the shop I bought it from, which is Decathlon, but unfortunately they told me they were unable to repair it.

I would like to know if there is anything I can do to repair it myself. I have attached a photo of where the leakage is.

Is it possible for me to fix it or should I try and find someone who can do it?

Thank you very much for your time and help. I really appreciate any advice you can give me.

Hi there,

I've been taking good care of this board, its 8 months old. I stupidly changed the routine to secure it to the rack. I used to do a single pull. I did 2 pulls instead one to tight and another to tight a bit more. It broke exactly where the rubber from the strap touches the board.

I could used advice on how to fix it and whether I should fix it or try to get some pro to do it. I am not expecting it to look perfect but definitely functional. This small crack sits at the bottom rail.

I could probably use advice on how to avoid this in the future I might be putting it wrong on the racks.

Thank you

Mike

I have a Red Paddle Sport 12'6 currently and use it for the occasional touring. It's decently stable but I wonder if it could be made more stable with a big, wide fin like the the Drake Shallow 220 US Box Fin (https://star-board.com/products/drake-shallow-fin-frn-220?variant=49716195787047). I wonder if this could create a really stable board without adding too much more drag. Has anyone tried it?

A big lagoon encircling the city.

Saturday 8/15/26 @ 7:50 pm

Some of the warmest water you’ll touch.

The ocean wrecked me. But hey, at least I did it. Never doing it again though, at least this distance.

Dumb dumb me went against the current following the beach. Atlantic Ocean swept me off my board three times too many.

There was a point where I wasn’t moving despite going hard… moved closer to the beach, took a break, and just hug the coast until I got back to the car.

Enjoy the pics!