Glide SUP Blog: General Paddle Board Info, Tips & Guides

15 Reasons Why People Love Paddleboard SUP And Where They Like To Do It

Jul 25, 2022

15 Reasons Why People Love Paddleboard SUP And Where They Like To Do It

There are a lot of reasons to love paddleboard SUP but we've narrowed it down the to top 15 reasons.

What's A SUP Board? 5 Adventure Activities You Can Do On One

Jul 18, 2022

What's A SUP Board? 5 Adventure Activities You Can Do On One

What is a SUP board? And what kind of activities can I do with one?

White water paddle board, river sup?...yes you can!

Jul 15, 2022

White water paddle board, river sup?...yes you can!

Paddle boards are not limited to cruising on flat water or catching waves at the beach. Paddle boards from premier brands like Glide and our white water experts make our paddle boards the perfect whitewater paddle board. We have made our customers a custom whitewater paddle board for paddle boarding the White Nile. And with Ken's days as one of Riots pro whitewater paddlers and insight we are certain our whitewater inflatable paddle boards or hard stand up paddle boards will be the best choice for you when switching from flat water paddling to running river rapids to whitewater or river surfing.

Sup construction methods for extremely durable boards.

Jul 14, 2022

Sup construction methods for extremely durable boards.

This is what Glide is about and why our manufacturing process and use of premier materials result in the quality and durability not seen in other paddle board construction. Glide originally started hand shaping our stand up paddle boards in Salt Lake City, UT. This allowed us to perfect the method we use today, to find the best material, add strength and create the most durable stand up paddle board. Check out will it break wednesday to see the extreme durability of our stand up paddle board. Both our hardboards and inflatable paddle boards are some of if not the most durable sups on the market.

Jul 13, 2022

Why do you paddle board?

I had a friend ask me this question, and I returned the question to him. Some simple reasons I paddle are for the paddle board benefits. For me this is not just the health benefits of stand up paddle boarding. It also lets me try different sup environments and get ideas on how to improve our already amazing boards. And who could pass up a "work" day testing sups? I am going to spend the rest of the time on the reasons he and others gave as to why they sup. #glidesup and let us know why you sup!

Jul 13, 2022

Sup fishing paddle boards.

Sup fishing is a great way to explore your favorite fishing holes or find a new favorite fishing hole. When choosing a sup board for your next fishing adventure it is important to consider board space and fishing accessories you can use with your paddle board. Paddleboard fishing from the Glide 02 Angler gives an amazing sup fishing experience. The stand up paddle board has four deck mounts for fishing accessories, including fishing rod holders. The rod holders will keep your rod secure. This fishing sup has extra d rings for storage and I use them as attachment points for my deeper fish finders. I am currently using the deeper pro +2 fish finder.

Jul 8, 2022

Benefits of Paddleboarding

Whether your idea of paddle boarding is on a perfectly still section of flat water, whitewater, SUP yoga, or catching a few waves before you head to work paddle boarding has many health benefits. Not only is stand-up paddle boarding fun, but it engages your core muscles, leg muscles, and upper body it really can be an entire body workout. Here are my top 5 favorite benefits of paddle boarding.

Jun 3, 2022

All Things Paddle Board

So you recently rented a paddle board and you are hooked! What is the next step on your journey? Start with this article on all things SUP and take it from there.

May 31, 2022

SUP furry friends on paddle boards

Are you wondering how to teach your fuzzy pup how to sup? This guide will give you a run down of tips and tricks to get your dog to glide around with you on your glide board. Safety comes first so let's get you and your best friend paddling!

Apr 27, 2022

How Stand-up Paddle Boarding has grown to popularity through the years

Learn how Stand up paddle boarding has exploded through the years and the reasons why.

How to Make Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) a Lifestyle

Mar 29, 2022

How to Make Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) a Lifestyle

Stand up paddle boarding or SUP for short is so much more than a sport or a leisure activity. For many of us, SUP has become a lifestyle. Find out why.

Boating Under the Influence: Can you get a DUI on a SUP?

Mar 16, 2022

Boating Under the Influence: Can you get a DUI on a SUP?

Having a beer on a warm day while you lazily paddle around a lake sounds like a fun time but could it get you into legal trouble? What exactly are the laws when it comes to paddling under the influence? Can you get a BUI (boating under the influence) on a paddle board and is it the same as getting a DUI while driving? I’ve looked into it and I’ll share what I found in this post.

What are you looking for in a Paddle Board?

Mar 9, 2022

What are you looking for in a Paddle Board?

When purchasing a paddle board there are many options to consider. Figuring out what you are looking for in a paddle board is the key.

Fun SUP Activities That Every Paddle Boarder Should Try

Mar 4, 2022

Fun SUP Activities That Every Paddle Boarder Should Try

Paddle boarding is awesome, especially during your first forays into the sport when even being able to stand up on your board is exciting and new. Once you get the hang of things, it’s time to unlock your full SUP potential. There are tons of exciting things that you can do on your SUP and all you need to do is go out and try them. Here are some of our team’s favorites.

Mar 3, 2022

A Comprehensive Guide to SUP Yoga

SUP yoga has exploded in popularity in recent years. Find out it's origins, what to look for in a yoga SUP board and some routines to get you started.

How All Around Paddle Boarding Saved my Mental Health During Covid

Feb 24, 2022

How All Around Paddle Boarding Saved my Mental Health During Covid

When Covid struck, we were all faced with isolation and loneliness. Who would have thought that a paddle board could have been the cure for so much of society's challenges?

General Paddle Board Information

15 Reasons Why People Love Paddleboard SUP And Where They Like To Do It

What's A SUP Board? 5 Adventure Activities You Can Do On One

White water paddle board, river sup?...yes you can!