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SUP Guides & Tips

Close-up of a person standing barefoot on the beach, holding a paddleboard with a coiled ankle leash attached.
A paddleboard with an ankle leash prepared for use on the beach.
Why You Should Always Wear a SUP Leash — Even on Calm Water
The lake is glass. There's no wind. The forecast says zero gusts all afternoon. You're 80 meters from shore on…
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Close-up of inflatable paddleboard with manual pump on grass, alongside paddle and person's legs wearing sneakers.
Preparing an inflatable paddleboard with a hand pump on grassy terrain.
How to Inflate a Paddle Board in Under 10 Minutes: First-Timer’s Step-by-Step Guide
You've unboxed the board, found the pump in the carry bag, and now you're staring at a coiled hose, a…
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Close-up of a paddle with a reflective surface, resting on sparkling water with ripples and light reflections.
A paddle with a reflective design rests on rippling water under natural light.
How to Size a SUP Paddle: The Height + 10 Inch Formula Every First-Time Paddler Needs
Your board arrived this morning. You've inflated it on the driveway, slid the paddle out of the bag, and now…
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A campfire burning on rocky ground near a calm river surrounded by dense forest and hills.
A peaceful campfire scene by the river in a lush forest setting.
Why 10’6″ Is the Most Popular Paddle Board Size — and Whether It’s Right for You
Somewhere around your third hour of paddle board research, you notice a pattern. Almost every "best paddle board" list, every…
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A man and child sitting on surfboards in the ocean, with a distant sailboat visible on the horizon. The man has tattoos and the child is wearing a wetsuit.
A father and child enjoy surfing on a calm ocean day, with a sailboat in the distance.
What Exactly Is an All-Round Paddle Board? (And Why Most Paddlers Should Start Here)
You've decided to buy a paddle board. You open a browser, type "best paddle board for beginners," and within ten…
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Woman performs headstand on a blue paddleboard in a serene mountain lake surrounded by lush greenery and rugged mountains.
A woman balances in a headstand on a paddleboard in a picturesque mountain lake setting.
Is SUP Yoga Really for Beginners? An Honest Answer From Someone Who Fell In Six Times
I fell in six times on my first SUP yoga session. Full splashdowns — feet overhead, board flipping, phone in…
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Aerial view of a paddleboard on a narrow strip of sandy beach surrounded by rocky coastline and clear turquoise waters.
Aerial view capturing a serene scene with a paddleboard on a rocky beach.
How to Pack Your SUP Carry Bag in Under 2 Minutes — The Right Order Makes All the Difference
You had a perfect session. The board is dry, the sun is setting, and all that's left is packing up.…
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Aerial photograph of a river surrounded by dense greenery, featuring several boats and kayaks on the water.
A scenic river landscape with boats, surrounded by lush greenery.
How SUP Fins Work: The Simple Explanation That Changes How You Paddle
Your brand-new board is inflated. You're standing on it for the first time. You take a paddle stroke on the…
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Aerial view of a group of people on colorful paddleboards on a calm lake. The boards are arranged in a circle, and paddlers are wearing life jackets.
Aerial view of a group of people paddleboarding on a calm lake.
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…
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Silhouette of a person paddleboarding on calm water during a vibrant sunset.
A serene paddleboarding scene captured during sunset with warm hues reflecting on the water.
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…
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A couple preparing to paddleboard on the ocean at sunset, holding paddles and boards with the sun setting over the horizon.
Couple enjoying paddleboarding together during a beautiful sunset.
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…
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Two people paddleboarding on a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery. They are seated on a colorful paddleboard, enjoying the tranquil setting.
A couple enjoys paddleboarding together on a scenic, peaceful lake.
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…
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