(Quiz) Choosing Your SUP
When you first begin looking into stand up paddle boarding (also called SUP) it can be intimidating with how much information is lacking. Choosing your SUP doesn’t have to be a difficult decision. You can get started with relatively little decision-making on just...
Purchasing an Inflatable Paddle Board
Inflatable paddle boards were a revolutionary creation for paddle boarding that allowed it to explode in popularity over the last few years. Now, instead of an expensive hard board that requires you to have a thick enough wallet to purchase, a place in the garage to...
What to Wear Paddle Boarding: All Activities, All Climates
Stand-up paddle boards make it easy to enjoy a day out on the water. Whether you plan to rent everything you need or purchase your own gear, it doesn’t take much to get started. With a life jacket, paddle, and stand-up paddle board (or SUP), you’re ready to have a...
SUP in Colorado: The Ultimate Guide
Stand-up paddle boarding is a very popular watersport, and it shows no sign of slowing down. New and experienced paddlers alike flock to coastal states every summer to get out on the water. Because of this, you might be surprised to learn Colorado is one of the best...
Must-See Paddle Board Lakes Across the US (2023 Guide)
One of the best things about stand-up paddle boarding is its versatility. You can launch a paddle board just about anywhere that people swim, surf, or kayak. But this can also be a double-edged sword—having so many options can be overwhelming, even for experienced...
Essential Paddle Board Gear (Full Guide)
As you climb from beginner to advanced in paddle boarding, it can be difficult to separate the accessories that you need, versus what is frivolous and unnecessary. In this guide from Paddle Outside, you’ll learn about all the different types of paddle board gear....
The Ultimate Paddle Board Sizing Chart and Recommendation Guide
You might be surprised to learn that paddle boarding has existed in some form since 1000 BC. Though the stand-up paddle board (or SUP) has exploded in popularity over the past couple decades, standing up to navigate through water isn’t a brand-new activity. (1)...
How to Paddle Board: The Complete Beginner’s Guide
If you’ve been to any public body of water in the past few years, you’ve probably noticed a shift in popular watersports. It’s true that you can still find people enjoying kayaks, surfboards, and inflatable floaties all summer long. But stand-up paddle boards (SUPs)...