Stand Up Paddle Blog

Cruiser Eco-Comp Shows Off Durability In 45 MPH Crash

admin — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 23:37:09 +0000

There are plenty of stand-up paddleboard sites out there that put sup boards through vigorous testing processes. But what about the rough accidental situations that can’t be duplicated by any of these paddleboard tests. It’s customer reviews that really show you what a product can handle when it’s out in the field. Paddleboard Direct’s very own Glenn Morton had a bit of an incident with his 2011 Cruiser SUP Eco-Comp 11’6″ and it showed off just how durable the Cruiser SUP Eco actually is. You’ll find Glenn’s testimonial below:

While driving to work recently, a trusty set of tie down straps decided to snap with only a somewhat ominous “whoosh” warning sound. I had a second to ponder “what goes whoosh” before I could see the Cruiser ECO COMP 11’6″ do a back flip off the roof rack and cart wheel down the road in my rear view mirror.I think it did at least 2-3 full nose over tail barrel rolls. Thankfully it didn’t hit any cars behind me. I jammed on brakes and did U turn, fearing the worst. A totally destroyed board!

I had been going about 45 mph at the time, and the pictures tell the story – just a bit of road rash on the extremely durable ASA outer skin. Any other epoxy board would have been totalled, but I paddled the 11’6″ ECO COMP that night!
Please note the Cruiser ECO COMP 5 year warranty against manufacturers defects does not cover boards flying off the roof of your vehicle!

Cruiser ECO-COMP 11’6″ Epoxy Composite with ASA protective skin
The Most durable performance SUP construction on the market!
Let’s see how those fragile boards from China or Asia Compare!

This goes to show that the Cruiser SUP Eco-Comp’s claim of being one of the most durable sup boards in the business is based on truth. The Standup Paddle Blog strives to highlight only the top stand-up paddleboards in the business and we wholeheartedly endorse the 2011 Cruiser SUP Eco-Comp 11’6″. It is a board that is worth praising for it’s great performance but also how it can stand up to just about any thing you throw out at it. For more information on the Cruiser SUP board or how to buy one of your own please head on over to Paddleboard Direct.

Paddleboard Direct is Americas #1 Stand Up Paddle Board Store! We offer the top SUP Boards, paddles and accessories with Unmatched Savings and Value.. The Pros at Paddle Board Direct are America’s Paddleboard Specialists, with Industry Leading Personal Service. Our Pros are Here to Help you choose the right board and paddle for your needs. Visit www.paddleboarddirect.com or call the SUP Pros at 888-291-9905.

HowTo SUP Video From Bic Sports featuring Bic Jungle

admin — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:02:05 +0000

The Bic stand-up paddleboards are fast becoming some of the top selling boards in the business. Their line of boards range from expert level paddle boards to beginner sup boards meant to provide a stable ride as you learn how to stand up paddleboard. To help you with your first couple times out on the water Bic Water Sports has a YouTube channel that is filled with informative sup boarding videos. Just check out the YouTube video below for a taste of the Bic SUP Jungle and a beginner stand-up How To Video. The video features the Bic Jungle 10’6″ which is one of the best sup boards for novice paddleboarders. It is lightweight and extremely durable and has the ability to progress with you as you move from beginner paddleboarder to expert all on the same board. To get a Bic Jungle 10’6″ of your very own please check out this link to Paddleboard Direct and don’t forget to check out Bic Sports Watersport Youtube Channel.

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Great SUP Father’s Day Gifts from Paddleboard Direct

admin — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 23:39:04 +0000

Father’s Day is just around the corner but it’s still not too late to grab a last minute gift for the SUP Daddy in your life. Act now and you can save hundreds on a great stand up paddleboarding package from Paddleboard Direct for that special paddleboarder. You can save on top names like the Cruiser Classic, Surftech R. French paddleboard, or the Cruiser Eco-ACS. With any of these great stand-up paddleboard packages you’ll giving a gift of high performance paddleboarding while saving a little money in the process. But now’s the time to choose the right board to assure you get it shipped in time for Father’s Day so click this link to Paddleboard Direct.

Summer of SUP : Surftech French Universal 12′ Paddle Board

admin — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 22:03:40 +0000

It’s officially not Summer yet but the preseason is over with and it is definitely time for the Summer of SUP to kick it into full gear. Today’s Summer of SUP suggestion is from the stand-up paddleboarding experts over at Surftech SUP who bring us the 2011 Surftech French Universal 12′ SUP Board. This standup paddleboard’s size allows for one of the most stable rides in the business and is perfect for larger paddleboarders looking for a great sup board. The Surftech French Universal offers the stability and control of a hard board along with the comfort and safety of a soft board all in one great sup package. This unique combination is what makes this Surftech SUP board a great match for both beginners paddleboarders and enthusiasts looking for a smooth and comfortable ride. For more details on the Surftech French Universal and how to buy one of your own please check out this link to Paddleboard Direct.

Cruiser Crossover SUP Provides Performance and Durablity

admin — Tue, 31 May 2011 15:27:59 +0000

Memorial Day has come and gone and it’s time to choose your new stand-up paddleboard for the upcoming 2011 sup season. We suggest the highly recommended Cruiser Crossover 11’2″ SUP board to satisfy all your paddleboarding needs. The Cruiser SUP Crossover is a unique stand-up paddleboard that successfully straddles the line between high performance and stability. The combination of wood and ast is what gives the Cruiser Cross it’s superb buoyancy but also what gives it high durability. A seamless outer skin also adds another layer of protection that can stand up to any day-to-day dings or impacts you can throw at it. For more details on how you can grab your very own Cruiser Crossover 11’2″ SUP board please check out this link to Paddleboard Direct.

Virginia Beach Hosts Steel Pier Classic Memorial Day SUP Event

admin — Sat, 28 May 2011 23:54:11 +0000

The Standup Paddleblog reported on the Steel Pier Classic and Surf Art Expo last year and we’re glad to see its return for the 2011 SUP season. The Memorial Day SUP event will take place on May 28th-30th and will once again feature a wide array of water sport races with competitive and amateur categories for each. The Virgina Longboard Federation will once again host the event at Virginia Beach. Water sport enthusiasts will be able to enjoy stand-up paddleboarding, SUP surfing, surfing, nose riding, amongst other race disciplines. What makes the Steel Pier Classic and Surf Art Expo is their focus on featuring local artists whose focus is on the ocean or water sports in general. At this year’s event there looks to be around 400 participants with 2000-4000 enthusiasts observing the water sports event each day. For more details on the Steel Pier Classic and Surf Art Explo please check out this link to their home page. Also, please don’t forget to check out Paddleboard Direct to take advantage of their huge Preseason Sale on top paddleboards from Cruiser Classic, Oxbow Cruiser, and Cruiser Eco-Comp.

Paddleboard Direct is Americas #1 Stand Up Paddle Board Store! We offer the top SUP Boards, paddles and accessories with Unmatched Savings and Value.. The Pros at Paddle Board Direct are America’s Paddleboard Specialists, with Industry Leading Personal Service. Our Pros are Here to Help you choose the right board and paddle for your needs. Visit www.PaddleboardDirect.com or call the SUP Pros at 888-291-9905.

2011 Paddleboard Direct SUP Preseason Sales Event

admin — Tue, 24 May 2011 20:53:42 +0000

The unofficial start of the 2011 stand-up paddleboarding season is fast approaching. Thankfully the sup experts at Paddleboard Direct have put together a few sup packages to help you prepare before the preseason is over. The Paddleboard Direct Preseason sale includes dozens of deals including sup packages like the Cruiser Classic, Bic Jungle E-Comp, and the Cruiser Eco-Comp. These and many more of the standup paddleboarding industry’s top names will be showcased during this preseason sale, so don’t let these sup deals past you by. Please check out this link to Paddleboard Direct.

Celebrity Standup Paddleboard Gallery Showcased On TMZ

admin — Sun, 22 May 2011 20:38:24 +0000

The reporters over at TMZ recently posted a gallery that highlighted dozens of celebrity paddleboarders enjoying some standup paddleboarding out on the waves. These celebrities range from Matt Damon, to Sean Penn, and include a wide array of beauties including Alessandra Abrosio and Julie Bowen. Many vacation spots around the world are expanding their water sports activities to include standup paddleboarding and these pictures prove it. To check out all the great photos please click this link to TMZ.

NBC Sports Broadcasts Olukai Ho’olaule’a SUP Event

admin — Fri, 20 May 2011 18:05:11 +0000

Just last week the OluKai Ho’olaule’a stand-up paddleboard event was broadcast on NBC Sports and was a great success. Millions of households tuned in to watch NBC’s coverage of the main 8 mile SUP race. The worldwide NBC Sports broadcast also highlighted the music, culture, and overall atmosphere of this great 2011 standup paddleboard event. This is yet another sign of how mainstream stand-up paddleboarding has become and how its popularity continues to rise. Events like the Oluka Ho’olaule’a SUP show off how ‘Ohana is at the center of stand-up paddleboarding and water sports in general. We are a community of sup enthusiasts whose main focus is to share our love of this sport with anyone willing to head out onto the water with us. For more details on this event and the NBC Sports coverage, please head on over to Olukai‘s homepage .

SUP Love Overflows At 2011 Battle of the Paddle Event

admin — Tue, 17 May 2011 21:17:07 +0000

The 2011 Gerry Lopez Rainbow Sandals Battle of the Paddle was held recently at Duke Kahanamoku Beach in Hawaii. Once again the 2 day event was blessed with gorgeous weather and a great turn out of paddleboarders and SUP spectators. Many stand up paddleboard events are about the competition but there’s something electric about the Battle of the Paddle events. These events aren’t only about placing first but also about the pure love of SUP that everyone has that keeps people coming back year after year. This year’s event brought out hundreds to watch the paddleboard races and the SUP racers put on a great show for all of them. This year’s event included an Elite race that included beach sprinting and a 5 mile stand-up paddle, but also had kids races, women’s race, endurance races, and other varieties. For more details on the results of how the amazing $25,000 mix of cash and prizes were split please check out this link to Battle of The Paddles website.