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Much ink has been spilled about how SUP surfers should conduct themselves in the presence of other surfers. Avoid crowded lineups. Don’t be a wave hog. Surf the shoulder, not …
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Mother’s Day is rapidly approaching and in the crazy times in which we are currently living it’s especially important to recognize and appreciate our loved ones. Although celebrations may look …
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This spring PaddleXaminer ventured to Steamboat to visit the river that served as the proving ground for Hala SUPs. It was a beautiful spring day in May, the temperature was …
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Kauai has been on my bucket list for as long as I can remember. Cascading waterfalls, lush tropical jungles, stunning beaches, and dining options aplenty, who wouldn’t want to visit …
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Stand up paddling on a river or inland waterway often necessitates a couple different pieces of gear than coastal paddlers are accustomed to using. One of the main items which …
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Hammocks are a hot item these days and it’s easy to see why. They are relaxing and few things conjure up the thought of a warm, beachside location than a …
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Vaikobi VDRY – Stay dry, stay warm, be happy I moved to Los Angeles in January 2008 for work after a six year stint in the East Midlands region of …
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Quite possibly the most versatile drysack on the market, the Granite Gear Slacker Packer Drysack is packed full of great features which make it a fantastic piece of gear for …
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It’s back! The most fun paddling event of the year in the greater Los Angeles area, the annual Malibu Downwinder. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 29, 2023, the …
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Remember your first whitewater experience? I sure do, it was a high water year on the Arkansas River through the Royal Gorge with a bunch of friends; it was a …
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Hey Marina del Rey paddlers! Come on out to help the Los Angeles Department of Beaches and Harbors kick off the return of Beach Eats TO GO, Thursday, May 13 …