SUP Guides & Tips
What’s in Your ABYSUP Repair Kit — and What Each Item Actually Does
You've just unboxed your new paddle board. The board is inflated, the paddle is assembled, the leash is clipped on…
Why You Should Always Wear Your SUP Leash — Even on Calm Water
You're standing on your board at the lake. The water is glass. There's no wind, no current, no reason to…
How to Inflate Your ABYSUP Board in Under 10 Minutes: A First-Timer’s Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Your board is out of the bag. The pump is in your hands. And you're standing there wondering: how hard…
How to Size Your SUP Paddle Correctly: The Formula Every First-Time Paddler Needs
Written by: Allen Xiao, Senior Industrial Designer at ABYSUP Last updated: September 30, 2026 Choosing the right SUP paddle length…
How to Choose a Paddle Board for Yoga: What the Spec Sheet Doesn’t Tell You
Most paddle board buying guides for yoga start and end with one number: width. "Get a 34" board," they say,…
10’6″ vs 11′ Paddle Board: Which Size Is Right for Your Height and Weight
I get this question more than almost any other. Someone has done their research, narrowed it down to two boards,…
The Ultimate Paddle Board Checklist: Must-Have Gear for Every Session
As a Senior Industrial Designer at ABYSUP, I spend months engineering the perfect board shape, optimizing MSL Fusion layers, and…
SUP Touring 101: How to Pack and Prepare for a Long-Distance Paddle
As a Senior Industrial Designer at ABYSUP, I look at paddle boards a little differently than most people. When you…
First Time on a SUP? 5 Essential Tips to Stand Up and Balance Like a Pro
As the Senior Industrial Designer here at ABYSUP, I spend a lot of time on the water. But I spend…
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Inflatable Paddle Board Size
When it comes to inflatable paddle boards, the biggest mistake buyers make isn't choosing the wrong brand—it's choosing the wrong…
