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The Importance of Hydration Water is essential in our lives. Not only does it sustain life itself, but it also plays a key role in our daily activities and adventures, including paddle boarding. Dr...
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Cold Weather Paddle Gear Guide
Cold Weather Paddle Gear Guide When paddle boarding in cold weather, it's important to have the right gear to keep you warm and safe. Here's a guide to the essential gear you'll need: Wetsuit or ...
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Winter Paddling and Safety Guidance
Winter Paddling And Safety Guidance Paddling in winter can be a rewarding experience, but it also requires some extra safety precautions. Here are some tips: Dress Appropriately: Dress in layers ...
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How To Stop Your Paddle Board To stop your paddle board with a reverse stroke, you essentially need to do the forward stroke in reverse. Here's how: Hold your paddle with both hands. Your top hand...
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How To Stand On Your Paddle Board
How To Stand On Your Paddle Board To stand up on your paddle board, follow these steps: Start in a kneeling position near the center of the board, with your paddle across the board in front of you...
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How To Hold Your Paddle To hold your paddle correctly, follow these steps: Start by standing next to your paddle with the blade resting on the ground. Grap the paddle with both hands, placing one ...
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How To Inflate Your Paddle Board
How To Inflate Your Paddle Board To inflate your paddle board, follow these steps: Unfold the paddle board and lay it out flat on a level surface. Remove the valve cover and attach the pump hose t...
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How To Get Back On Board From The Tail
How To Get Back On Board From The Tail To get back on the board from the tail, follow these steps: Swim to the tail of the board. Grab the tail of the board with one hand and the center carry hand...
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How To Get Back On Board From The Side
How To Get Back On Board From The Side To get back on the board from the side, follow these steps: Swim to the side of the board where you want to climb on. You can take a moment to assess the wat...
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How To Paddle Straight To maintain a straight course while paddling, it is important to use the straight stroke. This stroke is the foundation of all paddle strokes and the most efficient way to mo...