SAN DIEGO, California - 2025 is almost here! With gift-giving season in full swing, it's time to think about getting something awesome for the SUP'er in your life! So, here at Supconnect, we've put together a gift/gear guide of the newest and coolest items to have recently hit the shelves and racks on the SUP market. If you're looking for something to get for your lover, mother, brother, sister, friend, or anyone for that matter this holiday season, this guide will be perfect for the stand up paddler in your life. And who's to say you can't get a little something for yourself? 'Tis the season after all...treat yourself to something you've always wanted! We've put together a list of SUP gear, SUP accessories, SUP boards and all the must have's for everyone from beginners to the advanced SUP'er, so there's sure to be something in this guide for everyone!
Take a look at the 2024 Holiday SUP Gear Guide below:
Accessories
Body Glove 3T Barefoot Cinch - Black/Rio Red
Enjoy the feel of being barefoot while still protecting your feet with the easy-on Body Glove 3T Barefoot Cinch water shoes. Its Neoprene stretch-fit upper provides a slick look and feel while keeping your foot secure. An ultra-grip rubber outsole, heel protection bumper and patented three-toe design combine to maximize the articulation of toes while offering protection and reducing the potential to injuries. Learn more.
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GLoFin
GLoFin is the world's first accessorizable fin system. It's powerful enough to wow your friends and compact enough to take with you anywhere you go! You can outfit your fin with our high intensity dive light, universal camera mount, or just leave it empty for regular paddling. We have fins to attach to any style board and all our inserts can be easily swapped. Learn more HERE.
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Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protector Lotion
Now in a higher SPF 60+ formula, Ultimate Sun Protector is an invisible, breathable, and lightweight lotion for face and body. Free of oxybenzone & octinoxate. Protects against UVA/UVB rays & provides long-lasting hydration. Goes on clear, without any residue. Learn more.
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Onyx M-16 Manual Inflatable Belt Pack
Stay safe and enjoy ultimate freedom on the water with the Onyx M-16 Manual Inflatable Belt Pack. U.S. Coast Guard-approved, this lightweight and low-profile belt pack is designed for users 16 years and older, weighing over 80 lbs, and fits waists up to 52". Learn more.
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Photo courtesy: Aqua Marina
Boards - Inflatables
Pau Hana Solo SUP
The Solo SUP™ - Backcountry, is the first hikeable paddleboard, specifically designed for backcountry adventures. It is the lovechild of dirtbag hippies who surf, paddleboard, and kayak, created specifically for digital nomads that want to explore remote waterways accessible only by long hikes or portages. Learn more.
Check out our review of the Solo SUP.
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POP Board Co 11’0 Yacht Hopper
The Yacht Hopper is the best looking paddleboard on the market. It feels as much like a ship as it does a paddleboard. The front & rear mounts for your cooler, additional D-rings for harnessing supplies, and increased volume make this board incredibly stable and ready for adventure. For paddlers who have dreamt of taking their boards farther than the naked eye can see, this board looks forward to chartering its course down winding rivers, across crystal clear lakes, and coastlines with hidden coves. Learn more.
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Aqua Marina Beast
Experience versatility and performance with the Aqua Marina BEAST Paddle Board. Perfect for all skill levels, the BEAST combines portability, durability, and new upgrades for every adventure. Whether on lakes, rivers, or ocean waves, it offers a true all-around experience. The built-in tail kick pad enables smooth cutbacks and turns, while the Swift Attach Fin System ( SAFS ™) ensures quick and secure fin attachment. Lightweight yet robust, it's the ideal choice for those seeking flexibility, freedom, and top performance on the water. Learn more.
See our review of the Beast.
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Starboard Generation
This board’s outline is based on its composite counterpart and is the ultimate 3-in-1 board for you for Touring, Surfing and Racing. The Generation Inflatable features Starboard's Welded Rail technology along with parabolic rail reinforcement, a new bungee tie-down system, 2-in-1 shoulder carry strap, 3-fin setup and comes with a bag and pump!. Learn more.
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NAGI OUTO Package
The OUTO series is a collection of all-round paddle boards engineered to provide surfers with the most efficient way to surf on the water while maintaining stability, allowing them to exert full paddling strength. This multi-functional versatile paddle board is perfect for touring, surfing, drifting, yoga, or fitness training. Crafted with military-grade PVC and a composite drop stitch core, the OUTO is durable, stable, yet lightweight, making it the perfect paddle board for paddlers of all levels. Reinforced rail tape provides an extra layer of protection, ensuring that the board remains high performing for years to come. Learn more.
See our review of the OUTO.
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Body Glove Performer 11
Whether you’re new to the sport or an avid enthusiast in search of the ultimate recreational paddle boarding experience, the 2024 Performer inflatable stand-up paddle board package offers you the opportunity to relish a day out on the water. Weighing only 22.4 lb, this board is effortlessly portable using its included travel backpack, freeing up ample room in your vehicle – or at home. Once you arrive at your destination, simply inflate the board and you’re on your way. Learn more.
See our review of the Performer 11.
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Photo courtesy: SIC Maui
Boards - Non-Inflatables
SIC Maui Bullet 14'0'' x 30.0''
The BULLET delivers exceptional performance, excelling in downwind runs, fitness paddling, and touring. Its versatile design handles ocean swells, beach breaks, and point breaks with ease, making it a trusted favorite for paddlers worldwide. Featuring bold colors and eye-catching graphics, the BULLET combines top-tier functionality with standout style, ensuring it performs as impressively as it looks. Learn more.
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Starboard Go
The perfect introductory/ beginner paddle board for first time paddlers who want to paddle fast and stay dry. A progressive, versatile shape sporting a big bottom concave and boxy rails for unmatched stability, speed and glide potential. The GO board range accommodates all rider weights and abilities with sizes that range from the longer & faster 12’0” to the more maneuverable 10’2” length size option. The bigger sizes offer the most stability from the wider outline, while the shorter narrower boards are suited for lighter riders offering greater tracking and maneuverability. Learn more.
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Make sure to head to your local retailer to find all these items and more during this winter season!
