Weekly Recap 5/31/2016
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Summary
Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding. If you’ve got anything newsworthy, weird or worth reading about, don’t be shy to share the scoop with us via e-mail.
5. SIC Maui Signs Caio Vaz To Global Team
Heat Score - 80
SIC (Sandwich Islands Composites) announces the signing of Caio Vaz to the Global Team. “I would like to welcome Caio Vaz to the SIC Ohana,” said Jeff Baillargeon, SIC Brand Manager. “As respected as he is in the SUP community, it was clear that he was a perfect fit for the SIC team.” Read more HERE.
4. Protect Your SUP From The Sun With The Topless Boardbag
Heat Score - 86
Local San Diegan, Geno Jenkins, saw a need in the surf and SUP industry and in 2006 he created a simple solution for quick and easy UV protection for boards. A simple slip on UV Cover called a Topless Boardbag and it's made in San Diego. Learn more HERE.
3. Todd Caranto Catches A Fish While SUP Surfing
Heat Score - 88
Now this is something you don’t see everyday! While on a recent trip to Hawaii, SUP shaper Todd Caranto caught a bluefin trevally fish while simultaneously surfing on a Pau Hana Big EZ Angler stand up paddle board on Oahu's North Shore. After getting rolled in a wave, he recovers control to reel in the prize. Watch the video HERE.
2. How To Lift A Stand Up Paddle Board To Avoid Injury
Heat Score - 94
Often times, stand up paddle boards can be big, bulky and weigh a lot which can make the task of lifting the board quite difficult. Because of the weight and size of many of the stand up paddle boards on the market there is a higher chance of injuring or straining your back when attempting to lift the board if not done properly. Here, Pau Hana’s Todd Caranto gives a few tips on how to lift a paddle board properly in order to avoid injury or strain to your back.
1. 4 Paddle Boarding Destinations With Epic Views
Heat Score - 98
Find your sense of balance and become one with nature on your next SUP adventure. Whether you’re looking to ride some waves with a view of coconut tree-lined shores or glide along tranquil waters surrounded by alpine mountains, we’ve got you covered. See the 4 destinations with epic views HERE.
Photo Of The Week
Photo via: Katri Syvärinen
Description: My first paddle of the year in March 2015. Air +5 C, water hardly free of ice, most amazing sunset. That was the kind of start for a season I will never forget. Photo by Matti Lahtinen.
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