2013 Surftech B-1 Bomber SUP Getting Started: The Basics of Stand Up Paddle Canadian SUP Events – What’s in store for 2013? Naish Introduces NISCO Racing
2013 Surftech B-1 Bomber SUP Surftech introduces the new 2013 B-1 Bomber SUP.  It’s been making waves in an industry already crowded with knock-off’s and budget brands and the only modificiation this year is the colour – gone is the black and white is the new look.  This was primarily to help keep the board cooler in the heat.  Made with a proprietary Bounce Technology, the B-1 allows you to take on any body of water regardless of impending dangers to the board. Rocks, tree branches and other hazards are no match for the B-1′s bomber construction.
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Getting Started: The Basics of Stand Up Paddle Thinking about getting into the standup this year?  The Okanagan has developed into one of Canada’s top destinations for the sport so you’ll be in good company.  By now you will have visited a plethora of websites, each with a different way of presenting the sport and its benefits. As the sport develops, the boards have become more specialized so this can serve as a starting point to help you decide which board (or type of paddling) is right for you.  If you’re thinking about purchasing a board and had some questions, keep reading to find out more about the sport and how to choose the right equipment.
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Canadian SUP Events – What’s in store for 2013? New events have been popping up around the country, signalling that standup is now working it’s way onto more shoreline’s across Canada.  With such a rise in popularity, established event organizers and would-be organizers are now faced with challenges to attract participants who are new to the sport and even those who have been watching the sport carefully over the past few years, but have yet to get their feet wet.  As the world watches and waits for the sport to shed it’s ‘fad’ status and develop into a reliable and realistic athletic endeavour, event organizers across Canada have been busy creating events for all levels of athletes – but is it enough?
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Naish Introduces NISCO Racing
Along with the release of their new 12’6″ ‘One’ Inflatable paddleboard, Naish introduced the NISCO (Naish International SUP Racing Organization) program.  The concept is simple: Offer a grass-roots racing program that levels the field by offering the same board for everyone along with simple format events like sprints, short courses and relays. That’s where the 12’6 One Inflatable fits in nicely. It’s a full size stock 12’6 board with enough volume to support paddlers over 200lbs but easy to maneuver for younger and smaller profiles.  Might be the solution to bridge the competition gap and allow everyone to play together.  Here’s how it works.
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Keep Kalamalka Lake Blue

Keep Kalamalka Lake Blue

The 4th Annual Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival will be held August 31-September 1 and once again, Kalavida is donating proceeds to support SPrKL  (The Society for the Protection of Kalamalka Lake). The society was officially formed in 2008 to act as custodians of the lake to ensure that all user groups are able to enjoy their experience safely and peacefully.  Most recently, the group has initiated riparian work on Coldstream Creek, the Kalavista Lagoon and continue to monitor various threats to the lakes health and safety.   Full Story

Werner Introduces the Grand Prix Paddle

Werner Introduces the Grand Prix Paddle

A new 16oz. SUP racing paddle from Werner – The Grand Prix.  Werner introduces the ultimate SUP designed for racing. The Grand Prix Race Series features Performance Core technology and advanced manufacturing methods to yield the lightest, best performing SUP specifically for racing on the market.  At a paltry 16oz., this could be one of the hottest race paddles of the season.  Available in 3 different sizes.  Full Story

Race Announcement: 2011 Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival

Race Announcement: 2011 Kalamalka Classic SUP Festival

Vernon, BC – February 11, 2011 – The warm and colourful waters of Kalamalka Lake will once again play host to Canada’s premiere flatwater SUP race – And we’re making a Festival out of  it this year so there will be new events and more entertainment for everyone. Returning athletes will be treated to new courses and if it’s your first time, then you’ll get a chance to connect with the growing SUP community. Welcome to the 2011 Kalamalka Classic – Father’s Day Weekend, June 18-19th, 2011.  Full Story

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Surftech introduces the new 2013 B-1 Bomber SUP.  It’s been making waves in an industry already crowded with knock-off’s and budget brands and the only modificiation this year is the colour – gone is the black and white is the new look.  This was primarily to help keep the board cooler in the heat.  Made [...]

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Thinking about getting into the standup this year?  The Okanagan has developed into one of Canada’s top destinations for the sport so you’ll be in good company.  By now you will have visited a plethora of websites, each with a different way of presenting the sport and its benefits. As the sport develops, the boards [...]

  Read more ...

New events have been popping up around the country, signalling that standup is now working it’s way onto more shoreline’s across Canada.  With such a rise in popularity, established event organizers and would-be organizers are now faced with challenges to attract participants who are new to the sport and even those who have been watching [...]

  Read more ...