In this blog we draw attention to the importance of the environment, the wind in particular and how it impacts SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boarding). Read on to learn about our top tips for paddle boarding in the wind.

A directory of public slipways, jetties, and low river banks, perfect for launching your SUP along the River Thames. We want to regularly update this blog with new places. So if you’re based on the upper or lower stretch of the River Thames, then get in touch to share any public launching spots that you have found.

One vital bit of kit you should invest in before you go paddle boarding is a Personal Flotation Device, also known as a PFD. Not to be confused with the digital document. If you’re unsure of the different PFD’s available, or you’re wondering what the difference is between a life jacket and a buoyancy aid, then hopefully this blog will explain everything :)

In this blog, I'm going to guide you through some of my favourite winter SUP essentials. All the items mentioned in this blog have been tried, tested, and bought by either myself, or a member of our stand up paddle boarding club. No sneaky ads hidden here.

To truly embrace the UK’s waterways, discover the delight of stand up paddle boarding (SUP). We’re going to share with you our top 10 spots to launch on the River Thames.

In this blog we review the all new Orca Boards KEIKO 11' inflatable paddle board. Being just 15 minutes down the road from one another, we thought it would be great to see what family-owned business Orca, are all about. Read on to learn about their pledges to marine conservation and river and ocean clean up projects.

Although summer was a little delayed this year, we’re so happy it’s finally arrived! The River Thames temperature hit 19°C yesterday, compared to a cool 12°C last week. I read somewhere that was the wettest May on record, yuk ⛈️ With so many SUP newbies hitting the water, we thought we’d share with you some of our favorite and eco-friendly bits of kit and accessories that really are worth the money, could save your life, and even the world!

In our very first IGTV, we chat to Charlie—a yoga teacher, ray of sunshine, and our latest member of the Paddle Up family. Catching up on a board with a cuppa, Charlie shares her yoga journey so far, the benefits of SUP Yoga, what to expect, and more! 🤍☕️