Red Paddle’s new collection underlines the appeal of inflatable SUPs – they’re easy to get up on, kid- and dog-friendly and don’t require a vehicle for transportation.
Writer: Carly Terwilliger
While winter sports enthusiasts are enjoying the newly opened lifts and praying for more snow, there’s another branch on the outdoor enthusiast tree that’s already planning for the return of the sun. Whether you love stand up paddle boards or are puzzled by their appeal, there’s no doubt that their popularity is growing.
SUPing is easy to learn, kid- and dog-friendly and flexible. You can do yoga on a SUP, take it out on a lake or a tranquil bay or even – gulp – into whitewater. But perhaps what’s most attractive about SUPs are their portability. The inflatable variety can be tossed in a trunk or slung over your shoulders like a backpack. And while it’s tough to get into kayaking if you lack a roof rack, an inflatable SUP opens up a watery world of adventure for the car-less.
Photos courtesy Red Paddle
