I just had my first SUP experience today and it was great! I absolutely loved it. I watched this video multiple times in the days before going and it was incredibly helpful, especially with how to hold the paddle correctly. Thank you for making this video and for your thorough explanations!
Hello from Vernon BC Canada! Thank you for this video! I purchased a board and had no clue on how to stand or paddle. I'm glad I watched this before I headed out! I'll be sure to wear that leash!
Good afternoon guys from Kentucky - thanks for the videos - just got my ISUP this summer. I have a small pond in my backyard and have been out on it a couple times and this was really helpful. I rowed crew in college (a LONG time ago) and some of it was intuitive but I learned a bunch already from your videos. I also can't imagine folks not using a leash...especially in "open water" (which around here would be bigger lakes or creeks or rivers) definitely a must do I would think. Also, I have now taken my Golden Retriever with me twice out on my pond and she is loving it. (I think its because she can get closer to the ducks...haha) BUT she has a PFD and a floating leash too! So if folks are taking their furry friends along, make sure you know the conditions and have them protected as well. Cheers yall!
Ok, great stuff, thanks for posting your video, hopefully I’ll remember most of your tips, ordered my first Sup today can wait to get in the water and freeze my buns off, in the Scottish Lochs, peace ☮️🙂
Mahalo nui loa for the great and informative video!! So much to keep in mind! I'm a kama'aina from Kaneohe and moved to Colorado yrs ago. Will be buying my first ISUP. So stoked to get out on the water again!! Will check you guys out when I come home again for vacation. A hui hou
Great to hear. If you want more of a challenge, go out on a narrower board or in rough conditions. Also watch our videos on stroke techniques to become more efficient. The best paddlers never stop getting better.
So you don’t go deep into the water and hit the bottom where you could cut your feet or sprain ankles, knees etc. By falling flat your body stays close to the surface.
Try to just keep pumping, many gauges don’t register until the pressure is over 1 psi, when the iSUP is full of air there is no pressure to register, so just keep pumping until the gauge starts showing a reading. If that does not work you should contact the seller or just buy a hard board 😎🤙🏼
What are the safety belts called that I can buy , and would you say I need a life jacket 😂laughing cus my family are saying I do just got my first board watching loads of videos yours I watched few times amazing remember a lot thank you 👍
Most places in the US require a life jacket worn or attached to board, same rules as boats. In Hawaii, the coast guard considers SUP's surf craft and the life jacket is optional if you wear a leash. There are belts with inflatable life jackets available (just google it) that meet the life jacket requirement but they are not easy to use if someone falls in and panics, so we don't recommended for the inexperienced beginner. I hope that helps you, aloha!
You want to avoid hitting the bottom. By falling flat you stay at the surface and don’t cut up your feet on potentially sharp objects on the bottom. If you jump in feet first you go deep into the water.
I have 183 cnm and 113 kilo weigh and I bought a itiwit 12.6" 26" I barely can stand up on it. Should I change it to another one or I keep trying and practicing on it?
26” is probably too narrow for you to learn on. Who recommended that board for you?? How to choose a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) for beginners th-cam.com/video/f86-PRmwZiU/w-d-xo.html
@@blueplanetsurf honestly I wanted a isup and I get it almost new for 120usd with paddle and pump And I was ignoring that there a specified width I was thinking that I should only care about how tall it should be 10' or 12 ' Should I sale it and search for another one or I keep it and continue practicing on it? What you advice me? Thanks for your care
Yes, sell it and get a board that is right for you. As per the video, pay more attention to width and volume than length. I would look for a board that is 34” or wider for your height and weight.
If it’s shallow you will hit the bottom hard and can get injured, especially if you fall over reef, rocks, clams, broken glass or other sharp objects that can lurk at the bottom, better to fall flat like a pancake and don’t touch the bottom
There is an exception to #10 - always wear a leash. In my area it's illegal to wear a leash if you're on a river. With a stronger current, you could fall off and get pinned to a bridge pier or other obstacle in the water because your board went on one side while you went on the other. I don't know if that's ever actually happened with a SUP but at least a dozen times each summer it happens with rafts tethered together that then need to be cut loose by S&R.
It's good to make considerations for risks and inadvertent hazards, but I find it odd that they make it illegal. It's a bit of an overreach. The leash can be attached to the just below the knee as well and then it's basically just as quick and easy to detach(I struggle to envision a scenario where I couldn't detach it from my ankle, but a lot of people struggle putting on their own socks so I guess it's a real risk for some). Life vests are mandated already, which I don't oppose, but I struggle picturing a scenario where you're wearing a vest and still somehow drowned because of having a leash attached to your ankle.
@@momatotsosrorudodi Our river is fast in places and cold. There have been a dozen rescues this year with people caught up on bridge piers. It dangerous for everyone involved. So the logic is that it's just safer to be separated from your board than to be stuck in the water. I'm sure most people could easily release the leash in an emergency but clearly there are those that fail to and laws like that have to consider the least competent person out there.
Great video. I tried SUP for the first time and wanted to like it but had a hard time. I did more research on why it was hard and I feel the board I had was not the right size for my 210 pound body lol. While I was able to do all the things like stand up and get back on after a fall it was painful to stand and paddle. Water was washing over my feet in very calm conditions so maybe my weight was sinking the board too much. Keeping balance was too hard as my legs were shaky and it tired my legs and feet. We were on a tour with a group so I had to keep up. I wound up going on my knees but that was painful also after a while lol. On the way back I had to sit on it like if it was a kayak with my legs raised on the sides. I could play tennis for 2 hours a day with no problem so out of shape can't be the problem. I would try again with a larger board and no tour.
It sounds like the board did not have enough volume for you, they are not one size fits all. Watch this video to help you choose a suitable board: How To Choose Your First SUP - Extended Version th-cam.com/video/ySG--pmxD7I/w-d-xo.html
Don't mess up with the locals makes me laugh whenever I watch your video 😂😂😂 I love to SUP. And yes, a leash is the most important thing. I still see paddlers without one. With their first windy experience losing their board they'll learn it's uncool NOT to wear a leash 😉
Aloha from Australia guys. Thanks for the tips. Really appreciate your video. If I’m ever in Hawaii I’ll be sure to come and say Gday. Bought my first SUP yesterday and took it for a 20 minute paddle in some calm water on the way home. Really enjoyable. Being a Kayaker I had most parts sorted but after watching your video found that I’ve had my paddle the wrong way, I was too diagonal and I didn’t get a leash with the board. Otherwise I did everything else right. The wind picked up as I arrived so changed plans and went upwind so I’d be blown back toward my start point if it got stronger, and it did just as I was returning. I had a good position, good stance and even thought my paddle was the wrong way around I did have a good depth on the paddle. Didn’t fall at all and had an enjoyable afternoon. I plan to do a sunrise SUP so will go up to the shed and grab a PFD AS I do not have a leash yet. In the meantime I have a dog leash so I’ll use that until an eBay one arrives. Thanks guys for a really helpful video. Much appreciated. 😊🤟
Great to hear you found this helpful and that you got most things right from the start. Having a paddling background really helps and yes, use a leash. Enjoy!🤙🏼
Just bought my first SUP and mentioned to my husband that I need to get a leash for it. "Aw, you don't need one of those" was the first thing out of his mouth. Yeah - I think I'll get a leash, thanks. Lake Superior can be pretty unforgiving at times and I'm not a strong swimmer in the first place. Thanks for the pointers, most of them are not something that would have occurred to me, especially looking ahead while getting up. Looking forward to putting your advice into action :)
Thank you for making this video. My wife and I are new and just starting out on SUP AIR boards in Lake Tahoe. Our first day we took the boards out in windy conditions in a smaller lake and pretty much learned as we went. By the end of our first day we sorted things out and taught ourselves much of what we see in videos like this one. However we struggled and would have enjoyed ourselves more had we seen these tutorial videos like this one here. Next time we go we will truly have a more enjoyable experience all thanks to these tips and our dedication to mastering this new sport.
You guys are very likeable and explain well. I'm just a beginner, so when I see other people SUP-ing, they confuse me with the way they hold the paddle etc. I watch your videos to make sure I got it. Thank you!
Hi @blueplanet thank you for all your wonderful videos. My paddle is different to yours: it has a curve, rather than angling forward. After watching your video I thought that I should probably hold the paddle so that the concave face of the curve is forwards and the convex face is backwards - the opposite of "scooping" the water. However, someone told me on the lake today that I was doing it wrong. Could you please clarify? Thanks very much.
Splutters…..wish I’d watched this last night……when I crawled back to the shore exhausted, a very young girl and her father arrived to ask me if I was ok…..so lovely but a smidgen embarrassed, well, more than a smidgen………
Aloha Blue Planet. You provide free clinics and over 40 boards to try? WOW! too bad i'm no longer in Hawaii. wish you guys were in Calgary, Canada. Mahalo for the video :)
We actually stopped offering the clinics during the pandemic and no longer have the demo fleet but we now have an awesome rental area on the river in Hale’iwa next to the iconic Rainbow Bridge: www.blueplanetadventure.com
This was one of the most funny and educational videos. So fun to watch. That fucken dolphin shoulder checking that dude then hi fiven his fellow dolphin’s was hilarious
Point falling into the water is also very dangerous, if the water is shallow with rocks, well need I say any more. Don't attempt to stand up until you are in deeper water with no rocks under the sup.
Hi Robert, great video - which saved me from making any ignorant mistakes- today on my first SUP adventure. Going into the wind (about 20 mph and choppy on Lake Mead) for the outward leg and wearing the leash were invaluable as were the rest of the tips- got up and only fell in once and even fell away from the board and got back up as you show- so a big thanks from me.
We don't use ankle leash anymore, British waterways now say we have to wear quick Releash Waist leash as it is easier to rip off should you get stuck rather than trying to get to your ankle
That’s one way to do it but if you do that in the surf you will spend most of your session looking for your paddle. The paddle can also be used as a rudder to get back to the surface more quickly when getting dragged by waves, so I try to hold on to it whenever possible.
Long time kayaker, in ignorance of SUPs, the first time I could not get up because I was looking down, and ended up using it like a kayak. Today, second time I managed to get up, looking forward did the trick. I still ended up doing two unplanned graceless dives into Lake Washington, but I am making progress. Thank you!
Great video! I am starting to look into the sport and trying and this was a good video to start, get some tips and then put them to use ahah Keep up the good work
The leash should be about as long as the board for safety and so it does not catch you if falling forward over the nose of the board. Using a leash that is too short can result in falling on the board, broken ribs etc but too long also causes extra drag.
Regarding holding the paddle backwards, nobody ever mentions the top grip is WAY more comfortable when you hold it the right way. The way many grips are designed, it will dig into your palm and be uncomfortable. When they hold it the right way, it's a lot more comfortable--this should be the teaching point. Also...I made a paddle board video from Austin! Check it out
True the handle is uncomfortable if held backward but on adjustable paddles the handle can often be rotated so it is not always a reliable indicator. I always like to explain why it should be held with the blade angled forward.
I’m a beginner, but the only mistake I was making, is holding the paddle wrong. I’m very good at paddle boarding since my first time, I was the only one capable of standing up, but I still feel like this video is very educational for ppl who think they know how to paddle (And it low key made me realize common sense, is not that common😐) nice video tho!
I just want to add that if in a moving river with potential strainers (partially submerged trees, debris), it very dangerous and possibly deadly to wear an ankle leash. I know of a situation where a paddler got their leash tangled in a downed tree and was not able to come up for air and died while on a guided tour. Either no leash or a specific quick release leash attached to your pfd are better options.
Great informative video guys, Ive just had my maiden voyage and after a few false starts I managed to get myself up and about. They are great fun and Im looking forward to getting out this weekend and having another bash... Cheers
Hi Mary, you use the paddle on both sides of the board to go straight and switch hands accordingly. If you are paddling on the right side, the right hand will be on the shaft and the left hand on the top of the paddle handle. When you switch sides to paddle on the left, the right hand goes to the top handle and the left hand on the shaft.
Thanks for the great tips. I try to do everything you mentioned. I jumped and purchased a Red Paddle Sport 12'6 board a few years ago after interviewing several paddle boarders who recommended that model. I have tried it several times and cannot stay on it! It is 30" wide and I weigh 220lbs. The problem is, I cannot get back on it when I fall either! I go to estuaries and inlets with deep water. I was raised around boats and have some knowledge of getting out of water. When I try to get on it from the side, the board flips. I am kicking from the side and trying to get upper body on board. If I try the back, I cannot get far enough onto the board- I KNOW ridiculous right? So, in disgust I broke down and bought another board. I spoke to people again and they recommended a wider board. I thought 34" but was told I would do better to go with a 32" width. I ended up with a similar board but 2 inches wider, an Earth River Skylake 11'2" GT. It is more stable but still a challenge. I have been able to stand on it. An instructor watched me and said that I needed to practice. What aggravates me is that I see people going to rent them. They jump on boards and paddle off with no issues and I am struggling so much. I cannot stand on the board and not be moving or I am certain to go down. It is a constant sustained balancing act and I do not know if that is because of my weight for this sport or just the way it is. The problem is that our waters have alligators and sharks and I dont like the idea of going out without being able to get back on the board. Thanks from hopeful rider!
You just need to find your balance, watch this video as well: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Complete Klutz #1: Balancing & Standing Up- How to Paddleboardth-cam.com/video/-Q1YUtsqrzA/w-d-xo.html
Top 10 mistakes and you didn’t think to mention to wear a life jacket as one of the 10. I think that is more important than a leash. Or certainly in conjunction with a leash. You only mention it as an aside.
Thanks for the comment. I talk about life vests in this video at 11:00. Regarding floatation devices: In Hawaii, the coast guard considers SUP's surf craft that don't require a pfd. Always wear a leash, which makes the board your floatation device. In most places in the US, a coast guard approved floatation device is required and should always be worn on the body, not tied to the board. Most drownings occur when the paddler is separated from the board, in which case a pfd tied to the board is not only useless, it gives you a false sense of security and your board will blow away even faster with a pfd tied to it.
@@blueplanetsurf I'm taking my 1st SUP lessons next month in Marina Del Rey (via REI), & I appreciate BOTH comments here, about life jackets. Will also be wearing a wetsuit (weather/water's chilly this time of year), so, floatation/buoyance shouldn't be an issue!
Good luck 🍀👍! Also watch this video: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Complete Klutz #1: Balancing & Standing Up- How to Paddleboard: th-cam.com/video/-Q1YUtsqrzA/w-d-xo.html
Success! I went out in calm water and applied what you taught. It went REALLY well! No falling, good control and I avoided those mistakes. I can't wait to explore more of your videos and upgrade my skills.
Hi, can you help, what size SUP would be required for 1.95m and 100kg ? also i'm a total beginner, can you tell me best brands to buy in UK with around $400-$500 budget. Thanks.
I'm planning a vacation with my two boys who are 6"6 and 6'4, they have never used a paddle board before. What do you recommend for me. BTW they are both extreme snowboarders. They have been awesome in all watersports, so I'm thinking paddle boarding is going to bore them. They know that's our vacation, but they both said, "I've never done it before". Yet, this is the vacation mom can afford this year.
Okay - you convinced me to start using the leash. I thought I was too cool, but you're right! Cheers
Good, it could save your life one day.
@@blueplanetsurf i will have a floating vest and a leash at all times , very least a leash !! i expect delivery of my ISUP this week :)
I fell off my board in the shallow water and hit a rock and broke my elbow.
@@debbiekeltz-wolk7691 oh no! sorry to hear that. It's best to stay on your knees if the water is that shallow and only stand up in deeper water.
cheers friend . wonderful 😍
I was surprised how every single tip you gave here was so true as I went through my very first board ride. So helpful! Thanx!
Fantastic🙏🌈🌊🌏😎🤙🏼
I just had my first SUP experience today and it was great! I absolutely loved it. I watched this video multiple times in the days before going and it was incredibly helpful, especially with how to hold the paddle correctly. Thank you for making this video and for your thorough explanations!
Great to hear, thank you 🙏😎🤙🏼
Hello from Vernon BC Canada! Thank you for this video! I purchased a board and had no clue on how to stand or paddle. I'm glad I watched this before I headed out! I'll be sure to wear that leash!
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Thank you for the very useful and comprehensive information for a beginner like me 😊
Glad to hear that it’s helpful 🤙🏼
Good afternoon guys from Kentucky - thanks for the videos - just got my ISUP this summer. I have a small pond in my backyard and have been out on it a couple times and this was really helpful. I rowed crew in college (a LONG time ago) and some of it was intuitive but I learned a bunch already from your videos. I also can't imagine folks not using a leash...especially in "open water" (which around here would be bigger lakes or creeks or rivers) definitely a must do I would think. Also, I have now taken my Golden Retriever with me twice out on my pond and she is loving it. (I think its because she can get closer to the ducks...haha) BUT she has a PFD and a floating leash too! So if folks are taking their furry friends along, make sure you know the conditions and have them protected as well. Cheers yall!
Yes, good point 🙏👍😎🤙🏼
Thank you! Very well explained for beginners. Cheers from Portugal.
🙏thank you, always great to get comments from all over the 🌍🤙🏼
Ok, great stuff, thanks for posting your video, hopefully I’ll remember most of your tips, ordered my first Sup today can wait to get in the water and freeze my buns off, in the Scottish Lochs, peace ☮️🙂
Nice, enjoy!
Mahalo nui loa for the great and informative video!! So much to keep in mind! I'm a kama'aina from Kaneohe and moved to Colorado yrs ago. Will be buying my first ISUP. So stoked to get out on the water again!! Will check you guys out when I come home again for vacation. A hui hou
Great, enjoy! 🤙🏼
thanks to the stunt guy. great job guys.
Thank you too!
Excellent video. I’m teaching a couple new paddlers. I will definitely share this with them.
Great 🙏😎🤙🏼
This is super informative! Thanks for making this video!
🙏you’re welcome! 😎🤙🏼
Excellent information. Thanks very much 🙏😎
You are welcome! 🌏🤙🏼
great dolphin shot!
Haha, yes love that one!🤙🏼
Dude! Tyler is fricken hilarious!
Haha, yes! 🤙🏼
Thank you for such a valuable lessons! And that dolphin did that on purpose 😅
Haha, yes! Thank you🤙🏼
That dolphin definitely hip checked that dude.
Haha, yes, knocked him right off
Fatality!
Flawless fictory!
Excited for this video! Kudos for the in-depth content description, as this helped me remember all 10 things.
Thank you, good to hear that you found it helpful.
I swear, that dolphin was evil. LOL. All of his buddies stayed underwater but that one made sure it bumped into the paddleboarder.
Haha, yes!
i found it easy my first time not bloating just wondering if it is different between different paddle boards
core your legs acke the nest ady though
Great to hear. If you want more of a challenge, go out on a narrower board or in rough conditions. Also watch our videos on stroke techniques to become more efficient. The best paddlers never stop getting better.
what is the full video called for the no leash video?
It's called "more no leash drama..." vimeo.com/128653250
Hi! Why is it important to fall flat and not feet first? Thanks!
So you don’t go deep into the water and hit the bottom where you could cut your feet or sprain ankles, knees etc. By falling flat your body stays close to the surface.
I just received my board and the pump and pressure gauge do not work. I'm so disappointed. I had a trip to learn how to board this weekend.
Try to just keep pumping, many gauges don’t register until the pressure is over 1 psi, when the iSUP is full of air there is no pressure to register, so just keep pumping until the gauge starts showing a reading. If that does not work you should contact the seller or just buy a hard board 😎🤙🏼
What are the safety belts called that I can buy , and would you say I need a life jacket 😂laughing cus my family are saying I do just got my first board watching loads of videos yours I watched few times amazing remember a lot thank you 👍
Most places in the US require a life jacket worn or attached to board, same rules as boats. In Hawaii, the coast guard considers SUP's surf craft and the life jacket is optional if you wear a leash. There are belts with inflatable life jackets available (just google it) that meet the life jacket requirement but they are not easy to use if someone falls in and panics, so we don't recommended for the inexperienced beginner. I hope that helps you, aloha!
@@blueplanetsurf thank you so much
what's the rational to falling flat rather than feet first please?
You want to avoid hitting the bottom. By falling flat you stay at the surface and don’t cut up your feet on potentially sharp objects on the bottom. If you jump in feet first you go deep into the water.
I have 183 cnm and 113 kilo weigh and I bought a itiwit 12.6" 26" I barely can stand up on it. Should I change it to another one or I keep trying and practicing on it?
26” is probably too narrow for you to learn on. Who recommended that board for you?? How to choose a Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP) for beginners th-cam.com/video/f86-PRmwZiU/w-d-xo.html
@@blueplanetsurf honestly I wanted a isup and I get it almost new for 120usd with paddle and pump
And I was ignoring that there a specified width I was thinking that I should only care about how tall it should be 10' or 12 '
Should I sale it and search for another one or I keep it and continue practicing on it?
What you advice me?
Thanks for your care
Yes, sell it and get a board that is right for you. As per the video, pay more attention to width and volume than length. I would look for a board that is 34” or wider for your height and weight.
@@blueplanetsurf that's what I was searching for today. And tomorrow probably I will change it to another one bigger than my
@@blueplanetsurf thanks for your advice. After your video I figured it out how I should chose my SUP
Very useful tips but the part on how to hold you paddle was not that clear.
Thanks for the feedback. This video goes into more detail on how to hold your paddle: th-cam.com/video/l9_F-Md5px0/w-d-xo.html
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Why is falling feet first a mistake ?
If it’s shallow you will hit the bottom hard and can get injured, especially if you fall over reef, rocks, clams, broken glass or other sharp objects that can lurk at the bottom, better to fall flat like a pancake and don’t touch the bottom
@@blueplanetsurf Thank you for the reply. I understand now
Poor Tyler :(
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Hi, repair paddle surf, curse rib teacher
what are you talking about?
Your holding your paddle backward
Consider the possibility that you are holding it backwards
People have to learn to stand up on a paddle board? You just jump to your feet. and im a fat fuck.
It’s easy if you have a wide, stable board in calm water but if you ever went on a tippy board in rough water I don’t think you would say that.🤙🏼
@@blueplanetsurf I know. I was being facetious. Im trying to get into kite boarding currently. Good luck with your channel.
What is it u r trying to achieve? U wind up standing 4 hours or something, why would you want to do that as a sport. It's stupid
True, you can just sit on a couch and watch TV, that’s much better.
Sorry I was drunk *guy who tried to paddle with the board upside down*
Haha, ok then 😂🤙🏼
There is an exception to #10 - always wear a leash. In my area it's illegal to wear a leash if you're on a river. With a stronger current, you could fall off and get pinned to a bridge pier or other obstacle in the water because your board went on one side while you went on the other. I don't know if that's ever actually happened with a SUP but at least a dozen times each summer it happens with rafts tethered together that then need to be cut loose by S&R.
True, on a river you should still wear a leash but it should be a waist leash with quick release, not ankle leash.
It's good to make considerations for risks and inadvertent hazards, but I find it odd that they make it illegal. It's a bit of an overreach. The leash can be attached to the just below the knee as well and then it's basically just as quick and easy to detach(I struggle to envision a scenario where I couldn't detach it from my ankle, but a lot of people struggle putting on their own socks so I guess it's a real risk for some).
Life vests are mandated already, which I don't oppose, but I struggle picturing a scenario where you're wearing a vest and still somehow drowned because of having a leash attached to your ankle.
@@momatotsosrorudodi Our river is fast in places and cold. There have been a dozen rescues this year with people caught up on bridge piers. It dangerous for everyone involved. So the logic is that it's just safer to be separated from your board than to be stuck in the water. I'm sure most people could easily release the leash in an emergency but clearly there are those that fail to and laws like that have to consider the least competent person out there.
Great video. I tried SUP for the first time and wanted to like it but had a hard time. I did more research on why it was hard and I feel the board I had was not the right size for my
210 pound body lol. While I was able to do all the things like stand up and get back on after a fall it was painful to stand and paddle. Water was washing over my feet in very calm
conditions so maybe my weight was sinking the board too much. Keeping balance was too hard as my legs were shaky and it tired my legs and feet. We were on a tour with a group
so I had to keep up. I wound up going on my knees but that was painful also after a while lol. On the way back I had to sit on it like if it was a kayak with my legs raised on the sides.
I could play tennis for 2 hours a day with no problem so out of shape can't be the problem. I would try again with a larger board and no tour.
It sounds like the board did not have enough volume for you, they are not one size fits all. Watch this video to help you choose a suitable board: How To Choose Your First SUP - Extended Version th-cam.com/video/ySG--pmxD7I/w-d-xo.html
Don't mess up with the locals makes me laugh whenever I watch your video 😂😂😂 I love to SUP. And yes, a leash is the most important thing. I still see paddlers without one. With their first windy experience losing their board they'll learn it's uncool NOT to wear a leash 😉
🤣 yes those are important tips to remember! 🙏😎🤙🏼
I plan to try SUP in a river with canadian gooses so it is a very good advvice.
Aloha from Australia guys.
Thanks for the tips. Really appreciate your video. If I’m ever in Hawaii I’ll be sure to come and say Gday.
Bought my first SUP yesterday and took it for a 20 minute paddle in some calm water on the way home.
Really enjoyable. Being a Kayaker I had most parts sorted but after watching your video found that I’ve had my paddle the wrong way, I was too diagonal and I didn’t get a leash with the board. Otherwise I did everything else right. The wind picked up as I arrived so changed plans and went upwind so I’d be blown back toward my start point if it got stronger, and it did just as I was returning. I had a good position, good stance and even thought my paddle was the wrong way around I did have a good depth on the paddle. Didn’t fall at all and had an enjoyable afternoon. I plan to do a sunrise SUP so will go up to the shed and grab a PFD AS I do not have a leash yet. In the meantime I have a dog leash so I’ll use that until an eBay one arrives.
Thanks guys for a really helpful video. Much appreciated. 😊🤟
Great to hear you found this helpful and that you got most things right from the start. Having a paddling background really helps and yes, use a leash. Enjoy!🤙🏼
Just bought my first SUP and mentioned to my husband that I need to get a leash for it. "Aw, you don't need one of those" was the first thing out of his mouth. Yeah - I think I'll get a leash, thanks. Lake Superior can be pretty unforgiving at times and I'm not a strong swimmer in the first place. Thanks for the pointers, most of them are not something that would have occurred to me, especially looking ahead while getting up. Looking forward to putting your advice into action :)
Yes, I would say the leash is the most essential piece of equipment 🙏😎🤙🏼
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Safety first. Yay! Good for you, getting this safety info here, and standing up for your SAFE SUP! Love to hubby.
That dolphin set me off throughout the video 🤣
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Haha me too
Thank you for making this video. My wife and I are new and just starting out on SUP AIR boards in Lake Tahoe. Our first day we took the boards out in windy conditions in a smaller lake and pretty much learned as we went. By the end of our first day we sorted things out and taught ourselves much of what we see in videos like this one. However we struggled and would have enjoyed ourselves more had we seen these tutorial videos like this one here. Next time we go we will truly have a more enjoyable experience all thanks to these tips and our dedication to mastering this new sport.
I’m happy to hear that you have dedicated yourselves to mastering the sport! 🤙🏼
More videos of people falling off, the Dolphin knocking someone off was awesome, I bet they laughed about that at Dolphin school.
Haha, yes! 😂🐬
This dude's board looks really small!, like, under the 8 foot range. How can he stand still on it?
The board I'm using is a 9'10 Blue Planet Turbo model, which is actually quite stable for me.
@@blueplanetsurf thank you brow!
You guys are very likeable and explain well. I'm just a beginner, so when I see other people SUP-ing, they confuse me with the way they hold the paddle etc. I watch your videos to make sure I got it. Thank you!
Haha, yes, people often get confused because they see others holding their paddle the same (wrong) way!
Hi @blueplanet thank you for all your wonderful videos. My paddle is different to yours: it has a curve, rather than angling forward. After watching your video I thought that I should probably hold the paddle so that the concave face of the curve is forwards and the convex face is backwards - the opposite of "scooping" the water. However, someone told me on the lake today that I was doing it wrong. Could you please clarify? Thanks very much.
If your paddle has a curved scoop, then yes it should be used with the concave scoop facing towards you.
Splutters…..wish I’d watched this last night……when I crawled back to the shore exhausted, a very young girl and her father arrived to ask me if I was ok…..so lovely but a smidgen embarrassed, well, more than a smidgen………
It’s not as easy as it looks. We have lots of good videos on TH-cam that you can watch if you don’t want to pay for a professional instructor. 🤙🏼
Aloha Blue Planet. You provide free clinics and over 40 boards to try? WOW! too bad i'm no longer in Hawaii. wish you guys were in Calgary, Canada. Mahalo for the video :)
We actually stopped offering the clinics during the pandemic and no longer have the demo fleet but we now have an awesome rental area on the river in Hale’iwa next to the iconic Rainbow Bridge: www.blueplanetadventure.com
This was one of the most funny and educational videos. So fun to watch. That fucken dolphin shoulder checking that dude then hi fiven his fellow dolphin’s was hilarious
Haha, glad you enjoyed it 🤙🏼
This is the best how to SUP video on TH-cam. Well done. 🙏
Thank you, that is a big compliment, much appreciated 🤙🏼
👍Essential advice, especially some probable body-savings. Also good scheme of rent-to-buy, practical idea!☺️
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Point falling into the water is also very dangerous, if the water is shallow with rocks, well need I say any more. Don't attempt to stand up until you are in deeper water with no rocks under the sup.
Agreed!
Hi Robert, great video - which saved me from making any ignorant mistakes- today on my first SUP adventure. Going into the wind (about 20 mph and choppy on Lake Mead) for the outward leg and wearing the leash were invaluable as were the rest of the tips- got up and only fell in once and even fell away from the board and got back up as you show- so a big thanks from me.
That’s great to hear, well done! 🤙🏼
We don't use ankle leash anymore, British waterways now say we have to wear quick Releash Waist leash as it is easier to rip off should you get stuck rather than trying to get to your ankle
Yes, quick Release waist leashes are recommended for rivers/ currents
If you fall you should abandon your paddle, retrieve your board and paddle using your hands/arms to retrieve your paddle.
That’s one way to do it but if you do that in the surf you will spend most of your session looking for your paddle. The paddle can also be used as a rudder to get back to the surface more quickly when getting dragged by waves, so I try to hold on to it whenever possible.
Long time kayaker, in ignorance of SUPs, the first time I could not get up because I was looking down, and ended up using it like a kayak. Today, second time I managed to get up, looking forward did the trick. I still ended up doing two unplanned graceless dives into Lake Washington, but I am making progress. Thank you!
Fantastic, well done, it gets easier! 🤙🏼
Great video, since I'm new to the sport! You provided a lot of essential information to consider when purchasing. Thank you!
Thank you, this is a detailed guide and video for choosing your first SUP: www.blueplanetsurf.com/service/best-sup-standup-paddle-board/
Great video! I am starting to look into the sport and trying and this was a good video to start, get some tips and then put them to use ahah Keep up the good work
Great to hear you are getting into SUP, enjoy👍😎🤙🏼
Is there a certain length of lease to use?
The leash should be about as long as the board for safety and so it does not catch you if falling forward over the nose of the board. Using a leash that is too short can result in falling on the board, broken ribs etc but too long also causes extra drag.
Congrats, very usefull tips, easy explained for beginners.. good job ! thx
🙏glad you like it😎🤙🏼
Thanks so much for this... good info for newbies like myself... and love your accents!
Thanks Wendy 🙏😎🌍🤙🏼
Falling onto the board in some conditions is safer than falling into the water, for example white water
True, if you are using an inflatable.🤙🏼
Who else thought Tyler was an image before he spoke lol
Haha, I just watched it again, Tyler does look like an image with a perfect photogenic smile until he speaks 😂🤙🏼
Respect the locals! Love this. Fun and entertaining!
Thank you!😎🤙🏼
A few weeks ago I was paddle boarding and I got knocked off my bird from a fish 😂
Wow! 😁🤙🏼
Regarding holding the paddle backwards, nobody ever mentions the top grip is WAY more comfortable when you hold it the right way. The way many grips are designed, it will dig into your palm and be uncomfortable. When they hold it the right way, it's a lot more comfortable--this should be the teaching point. Also...I made a paddle board video from Austin! Check it out
True the handle is uncomfortable if held backward but on adjustable paddles the handle can often be rotated so it is not always a reliable indicator. I always like to explain why it should be held with the blade angled forward.
@@blueplanetsurf Oh you're right about that!
I’m a beginner, but the only mistake I was making, is holding the paddle wrong. I’m very good at paddle boarding since my first time, I was the only one capable of standing up, but I still feel like this video is very educational for ppl who think they know how to paddle (And it low key made me realize common sense, is not that common😐) nice video tho!
Excellent, well done 👍
These videos are so wholesome and helpful!
Thank you for the compliment!
Do you have to know how to swim when you are using SUP?
Yes, I highly recommend learning to swim before learning to SUP
I was guilty of using the paddle backwards.
It happens to the best of us 😎🤙🏼
Props to Tyler for the showing us how painful the wrong fallin techniques can be. It really is something newbies should relize.
Yes, do NOT fall on the board!
Tyler made some great falls look real and painful. Is he OK? Stuntman quality!
Great tips. I just got a board and I know I was about to misuse my paddle. Thanks!
Haha, now you know and will do much better than most beginners do without any instruction.
I just want to add that if in a moving river with potential strainers (partially submerged trees, debris), it very dangerous and possibly deadly to wear an ankle leash. I know of a situation where a paddler got their leash tangled in a downed tree and was not able to come up for air and died while on a guided tour. Either no leash or a specific quick release leash attached to your pfd are better options.
Yes, that's a very good point, never use an ankle leash in rivers or strong currents. A waist leash with quick release is what I recommend.
Great info, thanks, I'm just getting started
Enjoy! 🤙🏼
Great tips! Thanks!
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Lovely useful video , thanks for the efforts..
Thanks for the kind words 🤙🏼
Great tips, tried for the 1st time yesterday, almost got it but this will help a lot. Water a bit colder here in the UK!!
🙏yes your water is probably colder but you can have just as much fun👍
I'd love to be in Honolulu to try your sups!!!! 😍
Come visit our new location in Haleiwa! 🤙🏼
Thanks so much for this tutorial - wish I'd seen it before my first SUP! The video of us training our little dog to SUP was only my 2nd paddle! 😆
You’re welcome 🤙🏼
Great informative video guys, Ive just had my maiden voyage and after a few false starts I managed to get myself up and about. They are great fun and Im looking forward to getting out this weekend and having another bash... Cheers
Nice, practice makes perfect 🤙🏼
Which hand goes on top? Your dominant hand?
Hi Mary, you use the paddle on both sides of the board to go straight and switch hands accordingly. If you are paddling on the right side, the right hand will be on the shaft and the left hand on the top of the paddle handle. When you switch sides to paddle on the left, the right hand goes to the top handle and the left hand on the shaft.
Thanks for the great tips. I try to do everything you mentioned. I jumped and purchased a Red Paddle Sport 12'6 board a few years ago after interviewing several paddle boarders who recommended that model. I have tried it several times and cannot stay on it! It is 30" wide and I weigh 220lbs. The problem is, I cannot get back on it when I fall either! I go to estuaries and inlets with deep water. I was raised around boats and have some knowledge of getting out of water. When I try to get on it from the side, the board flips. I am kicking from the side and trying to get upper body on board. If I try the back, I cannot get far enough onto the board- I KNOW ridiculous right? So, in disgust I broke down and bought another board. I spoke to people again and they recommended a wider board. I thought 34" but was told I would do better to go with a 32" width. I ended up with a similar board but 2 inches wider, an Earth River Skylake 11'2" GT. It is more stable but still a challenge. I have been able to stand on it. An instructor watched me and said that I needed to practice. What aggravates me is that I see people going to rent them. They jump on boards and paddle off with no issues and I am struggling so much. I cannot stand on the board and not be moving or I am certain to go down. It is a constant sustained balancing act and I do not know if that is because of my weight for this sport or just the way it is. The problem is that our waters have alligators and sharks and I dont like the idea of going out without being able to get back on the board. Thanks from hopeful rider!
You just need to find your balance, watch this video as well: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Complete Klutz #1: Balancing & Standing Up- How to Paddleboardth-cam.com/video/-Q1YUtsqrzA/w-d-xo.html
great advice and visuals to accompany the advice...LEASH is your friend!!! thx heaps! John in AZ
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Top 10 mistakes and you didn’t think to mention to wear a life jacket as one of the 10. I think that is more important than a leash. Or certainly in conjunction with a leash. You only mention it as an aside.
Thanks for the comment. I talk about life vests in this video at 11:00. Regarding floatation devices: In Hawaii, the coast guard considers SUP's surf craft that don't require a pfd. Always wear a leash, which makes the board your floatation device. In most places in the US, a coast guard approved floatation device is required and should always be worn on the body, not tied to the board. Most drownings occur when the paddler is separated from the board, in which case a pfd tied to the board is not only useless, it gives you a false sense of security and your board will blow away even faster with a pfd tied to it.
@@blueplanetsurf I'm taking my 1st SUP lessons next month in Marina Del Rey (via REI), & I appreciate BOTH comments here, about life jackets. Will also be wearing a wetsuit (weather/water's chilly this time of year), so, floatation/buoyance shouldn't be an issue!
@@teeoh9192 It's always better to be safe than sorry, especially when you are starting out.
1:35 😱 man gets body slamed by a dolphin
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What is this floating head talking about?
I’m talking about the most common mistakes beginners make, what are you talking about?
I loved the video of the dolphin hitting the guy 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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I'm really excited to try paddle boarding for the first time today. Thank you so much for this video, wish me luck! :)
Good luck 🍀👍! Also watch this video: Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Complete Klutz #1: Balancing & Standing Up- How to Paddleboard: th-cam.com/video/-Q1YUtsqrzA/w-d-xo.html
Success! I went out in calm water and applied what you taught. It went REALLY well! No falling, good control and I avoided those mistakes. I can't wait to explore more of your videos and upgrade my skills.
Always respect the locals 😅😂🤣🤣 This was an entertaining video, thanks 😊
Haha, glad you enjoyed it!
thanks for video, 🙂 Aloha 😁
Your welcome 👍
That backwards butt plop is very familiar. I am 59 and overweight and my balance is definitely not what it used to be.
haha, yes, that's a common one, just falling into the water is better than falling onto the board.
Thanks for the advice. Learnt a lot. I guess having a means of communication(phone) is a good idea as well.
Yes, and always use a waterproof case as even "waterproof" phones can get damaged by salt water 🤙🏼
How can I get a Blue Planet Surf T-Shirt?
Sorry, at this time we don’t have the T’s on our website but you can order one by calling our shop in Hale’iwa: (808) 888-0786
@@blueplanetsurf Thank you, will do.
Hi, can you help, what size SUP would be required for 1.95m and 100kg ? also i'm a total beginner, can you tell me best brands to buy in UK with around $400-$500 budget. Thanks.
The videos on this page should answer your questions: www.blueplanetsurf.com/service/best-sup-standup-paddle-board/
I'm planning a vacation with my two boys who are 6"6 and 6'4, they have never used a paddle board before. What do you recommend for me. BTW they are both extreme snowboarders. They have been awesome in all watersports, so I'm thinking paddle boarding is going to bore them. They know that's our vacation, but they both said, "I've never done it before". Yet, this is the vacation mom can afford this year.
For bigger beginners is important to have enough volume and width.
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Thank you for the great advise I am having trouble standing up I need to look up and forward witch I wasn’t doing
Good to hear. Did you also watch Paddleboarding for the complete Klutz?
Waiting on right Conditions!!!! Thank you, James from Dublin City ☘🔥☘
Yes, a nice, calm day will make it easier, good luck 🤞🏼🍀🤙🏼
very good turorial, thanks a lot, I would not make some mistakes if I watched this movie before :-)
Thanks 🙏😎🤙🏼
Super rad, helpful video! Can’t wait to get started on my new board! Thank u!!! 😉
Stoked, enjoy! 🤙🏼
Thanks for a lot of good advice.
Honolulu is very far from Denmark so I guess I will just try to learn by doing and check back on your videos 👍😊🇩🇰
I love hearing from people who learned to SUP from our videos ❤️🔥💯👍😎🤙🏼