There are three main types of stand-up paddle boards; the all-around paddle board, the surf specific paddle board and the racing/touring paddle board. Choosing the right SUP for you will depend on what kind of paddle boarding you plan on...
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Why you should stretch before surfing
Surfing requires some degree of flexibility. While our expert surf instructors are able to get anyone up and riding on a surfboard, the more flexible you are the easier it will be to catch that first wave....
How to Avoid Getting Sunburned while Surfing
Getting sunburned while surfing in Kona is easy to do if you are not careful. Wearing sunscreen while surfing is very important and knowing how to properly apply it is a must in order to avoid sunburn. ...
How to Duck Dive a Surfboard
The Duck Dive is when a surfer pushes their surfboard nose first into the water and goes under the breaking wave, thus escaping the approaching lip and eminent smashing....
Seven Basic Surfboard Tail Shapes
Surfboards come in many different shapes and sizes. The shape of the tail on a surfboard effects how the surfboard will move and react to a surfers motions. This is how each surfboard tail shape effects how a surfboard performs...