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Brian Szymanski shaping EJ’s new 14′ Prototype

Posted on August 8, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

I’ve been in my shaping room for the weekend but managed to put some time in the water as well. Here is a slide show of some pics of the new Starboard prototype that EJ is going to be racing … Continue reading →

Matt Friedman heading in towards China wall on Oahu

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

Matt Friedman heading in towards China wall on Oahu, riding the Starboard 14′ SURF/RACE with Hawaii rocker designed by Brian Szymanski.

John Hibbard’s Insider Info on the UK SUP Racing Scene

Posted on August 6, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

I’ll tell you more about what’s going on in the UK SUP race scene in a second, let me tell you a little bit about John first. He “didn’t quite care for paddleboarding” at first, but Svein Rasmussen the founder … Continue reading →

Molokai Teaser…

Posted on August 4, 2010 by Jamie Mitchell Comments Off

Well the big one is done and dusted ….. What a great year. A huge amount of Aussie’s invaded the Hawaiian Island Chain this year to take on the Channel. I think we were represented by Queensland , N.S.W and … Continue reading →

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Starboard 6’6″ designed by Brian Szymanski

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

When first introduced to SUP, I was curious. Coming from a professional surfing background, the whole idea of SUP’ing came across a little boring. For all I knew, it was a sport where old guys would stand on top of … Continue reading →

Starboard SUP needs your opinion on something

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

SHAPE THE STATE OF THE PADDLE BOARD INDUSTRY Hey loyal and faithful Starboarders, Help us with this survey and there’s a special incentive in it for you. (nudge, nudge) Get entered to win ANY one of our boards in the … Continue reading →

Rare clip of Dan Gavere: Owning the rapids on his Whopper Paddleboard

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Benton Jones Comments Off

Recently we posted Dan Gavere’s Ultimate Paddle Boarder’s Bucket List of Surfspots and one of you guys pointed out this rare video of Dan owning on his Whopper Paddleboard. We couldn’t not put up this video of Gavere paddling Punchbowl … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Paddle Boarder’s Bucket List of Surfspots

Posted on August 2, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

Hello faithful reader, Do you know what a bucket list is? It’s simple enough—it’s a list of things you want to do before you “kick the bucket.” If you don’t have one yet start it off with these paddle surf … Continue reading →

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8 Yoga Poses for Ultimate Paddleboard Stability and Balance

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

I want to show people how joy, health, fitness and spirituality can be a perfect combination. Making the link between how you feel after yoga and how you feel on the water, fact that you feel balanced/focused (you are out … Continue reading →

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Dave Kalama – Molokai to Oahu

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Dave Kalama Comments Off

What a doozy that race was. Every year I say to myself ” I’m never doing that race again”. How quickly you forget the pain and mental anguish you go through to finish that race. As I described it at the … Continue reading →

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How About a New Paddle Board Yoga Technique this Weekend?

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

THIS WEEK’S WEEKEND PRO RIDER INTERVIEW Anne Marie Reichman’s Paddle Board Yoga How About a New Paddle Board Yoga Technique this Weekend? Hello Faithful Reader, It’s almost the weekend. You should be making plans to paddleboard. If you’re not going … Continue reading →

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Connor Baxter’s Story of Paddling the Molokai to Oahu Stand Up Paddleboard Race

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

Connor Baxter claims 1st place in SOLO Stand Up Paddleboard Marathon Men’s 29 and under. Zane Schweitzer finished 3rd. This win took place only weeks after his 1st place win at the Mormaii 27 Mile Express. We gave you the … Continue reading →

Huge Accomplishment for Connor Baxter at 15 – 4th place finish at Molokai!

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Johnny Kessel 1 Comment »

Karen Baxter is a very proud Mom! Way to go Connor Baxter! Molokai to Oahu 27 July, 2010 – 32 mile Crossing across the Ka’iwi Channel. Before this race I felt so prepared because that week I ate super good, … Continue reading →

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Molokai 2010 results: Jamie Mitchell Wins 9th Molokai to Oahu Paddle Race

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Johnny Kessel 1 Comment »

The unofficial news is that Jamie Mitchell has won his 9th Molokai to Oahu World Championship Paddleboard Race..we’ll keep you posted! Result Updates: First Place: Jamie Mitchell 4:52:45 UNLIMITED PADDLEBOARD Second Place: Dave Kalama 4:54:15 SUP UNLIMITED Third Place: Ekolu Kalama 5:03:13 … Continue reading →

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Molokai Race is On!

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Johnny Kessel No Comments »

HAWAII KAI, Oahu (HawaiiNewsNow) – For the first time in it’s history the Molokai 2 Oahu Paddleboard World Championship has sold out. A record number of women will be competing this year too. They take off this Sunday from Kaluakoi … Continue reading →

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Dan Gavere and Nikki Gregg Featured in Skiing Magazine Article

Posted on July 22, 2010 by alexelramz No Comments »

Dan Gavere and Nikki Gregg have been featured in a Skiing Magazine article about whitewater stand up paddling. Here’s the link. Check it out! http://www.skinet.com/skiing/fondue-party/athletes/2010/07/whitewater-stand-up-paddling

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Connor and Dave – Maui to Molokai

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Dave Kalama Comments Off

Finding the fun in races is sometimes an exercise in perspective. In the Maui to Molokai I was worried that my flight from Seattle the night before was going to be a factor in my performance, but at the two … Continue reading →

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Connor Baxter Gives You The Low Down On Winning The Mormaii 27 Mile Paillo Express

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Brian Szymanski Comments Off

The humble fifteen year old Men’s marathon stand up paddler Connor Baxter gives us the low down on his winning strategy for the Men’s Mormaii 27 Mile Paillo Express. Hey Connor, how’s the weather over there today? “Well, it’s been … Continue reading →

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First days at Starboard’s International Headquarters

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Brian Szymanski No Comments »

When you’re young you have a lot of first days, from the first day of school to your first day on a paddle board. As I’ve gotten on in years there have been less and less first days and more … Continue reading →

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Event – San Clemente Ocean Festival

Posted on July 18, 2010 by JK - Admin No Comments »

San Clemente Ocean Festival is a volunteer organization, dedicated to the promotion and support of ocean safety , the environment and community by providing a quality athletic venue and an enjoyable family event. T continue the success of the “Greatest … Continue reading →

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Dave on Jamie Mitchell

Posted on July 18, 2010 by Dave Kalama Comments Off

When you think of domination you think of Lance (7), Kelly Slater (9), Michael Jordan (6), Tiger Woods (although perhaps not lately), Kobe Bryant (5) but you probably don’t think of Jamie Mitchell. Well you should. Once he won his … Continue reading →

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Kolaiah’s BOP Hawaii Experience:

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Brian Szymanski No Comments »

Kolaiah Jardine “The Battle of the Paddle Hawaii was an incredible experience to say the least. Two days of beautiful weather, intense racing and the best athletes of the sport set the stage for the greatest race in Stand Up … Continue reading →