- Seasonal navigation bans and voluntary quiet zones protect wintering and breeding birds, as well as sensitive riparian areas on many bodies of water.
- Specific closure periods apply, amongst others, on Lake Starnberg, the Amper, the Würm and the Bille; these vary depending on the section and time of year.
- Before each trip, you should check the latest regulations via the Canoe Association, the Canua app and local nature conservation information, and respect protected areas.

​SUP closure periods: Do you know the winter rules for paddling?

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- Paddling round islands on a SUP offers an intense experience of nature, but requires planning, experience and respect for the wind, waves and cliffs.  
- A lightweight, robust inflatable board, minimal kit, an emergency kit and regular food supplies are crucial for safety and endurance.  
- Short island routes of under 100 km with plenty of landing points are suitable; these tours are not for beginners, but for resilient, experienced paddlers.

​Paddling around the island: “A week that feels like four”

- Directional stability depends heavily on the fin and the shape of the board: a larger touring fin and a longer, narrower board will track straighter and more efficiently.
- Boards that are too wide and arched paddle strokes cause the board to drift sideways; a straighter, closer paddle stroke improves the line.
- Incorrect foot positioning, particularly standing too far back, makes the board more prone to turning sideways; using the carrying handle as a reference point and standing further forward helps to stabilise the board.

Why won’t my SUP go in a straight line: 5 causes and their solutions

- A slim 11’2” touring SUP (4.75") that is lightweight, with welded edges and PVC reinforcements; stable up to around 85–90 kg at 17 PSI.  
- Direct, low-profile feel, good speed and excellent straight-line stability; less manoeuvrable during tight turns, but designed for touring.  
- Comprehensive kit including a large deck pad, luggage system, kayak seat eyelets, large touring fin, high-quality Vario paddle, pump, leash and rucksack.

Starboard Touring Slim DL 11’2’’x31’’: A multi-sport board with all the extras

- Quatro Kai Lenny Vault Mid Length: a retro-inspired fish shape that combines stability, quick take-off and sporty riding characteristics.  
- Suitable for everything from coastal sessions to small to medium waves; manoeuvrable thanks to a V-shaped hull with a double concave and a distinctive swallowtail.  
- Variable fin setup (twin-fin or 2+1), functional deck pad, flat three-finger grip; available in 125, 140, 160 and 180 litres.

​An all-round SUP with a retro style: Keith Teboul explains the Quatro Kai Lenny Vault Mid Length Pro

- The hull shape and stand-up height determine first and second stability, and influence the tip-over stability, control and efficiency of a SUP board.
- High first stability is ideal for beginners, whilst second stability and narrow, rounded hulls offer experienced paddlers better performance.
- Flat, round and chine hulls offer different trade-offs between initial stability, end stability and drag, depending on the intended use.

When is a SUP stable? First stability and second stability in stand-up paddling

SUP boards

- Blade size affects exertion, fatigue, acceleration and top speed when paddling, particularly on longer trips.  
- Standard blade sizes for accessories range from 70 to 98 square inches; square inches is the standard unit of measurement.  
- For long distances and a high paddling frequency, opt for smaller blades; if in doubt, generally choose a slightly smaller size.

Paddle Guide: The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size for your SUP paddle

- Mid-range SUP paddle with 663 g, thin 26 mm shaft, bamboo blade (100 inch²) and length adjustment from 170.5 to 222 cm.  
- Clean, splash-free penetration, stable pull, comfortable cushioning, low swing weight, playful during manoeuvres.  
- Suitable for all-round and comfortable touring, noticeably softer than the Carbon 100 Slim for very sporty, high-frequency use.

SUP paddle test: Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

- Duotone is launching two new, durable SUP paddles on the market: the Carbon 100 Slim and the more affordable Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim.  
- The vario version of the Carbon 100 Slim weighs just 520 g, offers a wide adjustment range, a stiff 26 mm shaft and a 95 inch² carbon blade.  
- In the test, the Carbon 100 Slim demonstrated high rigidity, pleasant handling, efficient catch and is suitable for everything from leisurely touring to race training.

Lightweight SUP paddle: testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddle

- Paddle blades that are too large increase pressure, reduce frequency and strain the muscles and shoulder joints; blades that are slightly too small often make more sense.  
- The blade surface area in square inches (approx. 78-95 inch²) is decisive; children's paddles in the cheap segment are often oversized.  
- Suitable length: immerse the blade completely, grip at nose to forehead height with the upper arm slightly bent, vario paddles facilitate fine tuning.

SUP paddle: three steps to the right length and size

For racing and touring: the new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

- GunSails presents the GUST helmet (480 g, CE EN 1385, S–XL, €42.90) with a 360° fit system, ventilation and removable ear protectors.
- The Impact Flex impact protection vest (€87.90) is optimised for hip harnesses, with a side zip, segmented shock pads and light thermal insulation.
- The Impact Plus (€89.90) offers full-length shock pads, extensive upper-body protection, a front zip, buoyancy and thermal insulation for a variety of water sports.

Helmets and impact-resistant vests: New safety products from GunSails

- Stuff Bubble and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are developing an inflatable kitchen and a flexible bed system without fixed fittings for the California Beach.
- The lightweight kitchen, featuring a closed-loop water system, is based on high-tech textiles; it can be split into sections and used both indoors and outdoors.
- The multi-layered bed system sleeps up to four people, can be combined with the kitchen in a modular fashion, and is also suitable for the Multivan.

Stuff Bubble: Inflatable camping modules for the VW Bulli

- On 25–26 September 2026, Patagonia will be offering free repairs for clean wetsuits and surfwear in Munich on a first-come, first-served basis.  
- In addition, there will be upcycling and surfboard repair workshops, film screenings and a panel discussion on inclusion in surfing.  
- All events are free or donation-based; all proceeds will go to Deutsche Umwelthilfe and other marine conservation NGOs.

Repairing neoprene yourself: Patagonia offers help and carries out repairs on its free Wetsuit Repair Tour

SUP accessories

- Autumn is still a good time for SUP, as there are often still sunny days and relatively mild water and air temperatures.  
- Clothing: from dry suits and neoprene shoes to shorts with a warm top; always carry a change of clothes in a waterproof bag.  
- Important safety tips: get on the board without getting wet; only use a leash on lakes; choose sunny routes; be aware of the wind; and paddle during the warmest part of the day.

Paddling in autumn: SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

- After several reconnaissance trips, Eike Zywietz is planning a 20-km SUP circumnavigation of Lake Tegernsee, aiming to complete it in under three hours.
- On the day of the trip, unexpected wind and waves – particularly on the eastern side of the lake – complicate the undertaking and cost valuable time.
- He completes the 20.38 km in 3 hours and 5 minutes and emphasises his personal benchmark: individual goals rather than comparing himself with professional athletes.

Super motivated: a lap of Lake Tegernsee in under three hours as a personal SUP challenge

Lusatia: Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Tours

- The Higher Administrative Court of Lower Saxony has lifted the construction freeze; the planning permission for the Stade Surf Park is once again enforceable.  
- The court finds no relevant breaches of environmental or regional planning law; an environmental impact assessment is not required.  
- The surf park is being built on a site of just under 17 hectares and will feature a large wave pool, catering facilities and accommodation; an opening date has not yet been set.

Artificial wave near Hamburg: Stade Surf Park gets the go-ahead from the court

- The Surf and Foil Festival will merge to form Germany’s largest water sports event from 6 to 9 May 2027 at the Westmole in Burgtiefe.  
- Across 4.5 hectares of beach, shared spaces will be created for a stage, a beach fair with over 65 exhibitors, food and drink outlets, and competitions.  
- The programme is aimed at all ability levels, featuring over eight competition formats, courses, camps, onshore activities, live music and a beach party.

Windsurfing and foiling combined: A first glimpse of the 2027 Surf Festival

- L&T and Saltwater Kids Ocean Academy are organising a children’s surf camp for 9- to 15-year-olds at the Hasewelle on 21–22 October 2026.  
- The camp combines surf training with environmental education under the motto ‘Protect. Educate. Empower’; register online – places are limited.  
- Patron Björn Dunkerbeck will hold an autograph session and give a talk; his documentary will be screened on 21 October; SpongeBob and the sustainable HiFly x SpongeBob collection will feature at the event.

Saltwater Kids Ocean Academy: Björn Dunkerbeck is coming to the L&T Hasewelle in Osnabrück

Scene & Events

- Store SUP boards in a dry, well-ventilated and cool place; a cellar, garage or under the bed are suitable, provided that moisture does not build up.  
- Store inflatable SUPs clean and dry, either inflated to 5–8 psi on wide supports or rolled up flat; do not roll them up when the temperature is below freezing.  
- Never store hardboards in a closed board bag; instead, store them in a well-ventilated area on padded supports, spaced 1.5–2 m apart; remove the fin to allow it to dry.

Storing your SUP in winter: All the tips for iSUPs and hardboards

- Inflatable SUPs are light, cheap, easy to transport, suitable for families, versatile, but somewhat less powerful and less durable.
- Hardboards are faster, more durable, more stable and ideal for waves and sporty touring, but are more expensive, heavier and require more storage and transport.
- For families and all-round use, iSUPs are more suitable; for sporty touring on the lake/sea, hardboards offer more efficiency but require more logistics.

SUP Buying Guide: 5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

- A female surfer builds her own mini Malibu surfboard over four weekends – from the CAD design and CNC milling right through to the final finishing touches.  
- The cost is around 490 euros, including the blank, milling, epoxy resin, fibreglass, fin boxes, accessories and around 50 euros for delivery from England.  
- Building it yourself requires tools, patience and six stages of work, ranging from design, sanding, inserts, decoration and lamination to the sanded hotcoat.

Workshop: Build your own surfboard – from computer design to your first turn on a wave in 40 hours

How to

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SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

SUP closure periods
Do you know the winter rules for paddling?

Paddling around the island
“A week that feels like four”

Why won’t my SUP go in a straight line
5 causes and their solutions

SUP boards

Starboard Touring Slim DL 11’2’’x31’’
A multi-sport board with all the extras

An all-round SUP with a retro style
Keith Teboul explains the Quatro Kai Lenny Vault Mid Length Pro

When is a SUP stable? First stability and second stability in stand-up paddling

SUP paddle

Paddle Guide
The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size for your SUP paddle

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddle
Testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddle
Three steps to the right length and size

For racing and touring
The new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

SUP accessories

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails

Stuff Bubble
Inflatable camping modules for the VW Bulli

Repairing neoprene yourself
Patagonia offers help and carries out repairs on its free Wetsuit Repair Tour

Tours

Paddling in autumn
SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

Super motivated
A lap of Lake Tegernsee in under three hours as a personal SUP challenge

Lusatia
Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Scene & Events

Artificial wave near Hamburg
Stade Surf Park gets the go-ahead from the court

Windsurfing and foiling combined
A first glimpse of the 2027 Surf Festival

Saltwater Kids Ocean Academy
Björn Dunkerbeck is coming to the L&T Hasewelle in Osnabrück

How to

Storing your SUP in winter
All the tips for iSUPs and hardboards

SUP Buying Guide
5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

Workshop
Build your own surfboard – from computer design to your first turn on a wave in 40 hours

SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

​SUP closure periodsDo you know the winter rules for paddling?

​Paddling around the island“A week that feels like four”

Why won’t my SUP go in a straight line5 causes and their solutions

SUP boards

Starboard Touring Slim DL 11’2’’x31’’A multi-sport board with all the extras

​An all-round SUP with a retro styleKeith Teboul explains the Quatro Kai Lenny Vault Mid Length Pro

When is a SUP stable? First stability and second stability in stand-up paddling

SUP paddle

Paddle GuideThe 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size for your SUP paddle

SUP paddle testDuotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddleTesting the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddleThree steps to the right length and size

For racing and touringThe new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

SUP accessories

Helmets and impact-resistant vestsNew safety products from GunSails

Stuff BubbleInflatable camping modules for the VW Bulli

Repairing neoprene yourselfPatagonia offers help and carries out repairs on its free Wetsuit Repair Tour

Tours

Paddling in autumnSUP tips for the best way to round off the season

Super motivatedA lap of Lake Tegernsee in under three hours as a personal SUP challenge

LusatiaFive lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Scene & Events

Artificial wave near HamburgStade Surf Park gets the go-ahead from the court

Windsurfing and foiling combinedA first glimpse of the 2027 Surf Festival

Saltwater Kids Ocean AcademyBjörn Dunkerbeck is coming to the L&T Hasewelle in Osnabrück

How to

Storing your SUP in winterAll the tips for iSUPs and hardboards

SUP Buying Guide5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

WorkshopBuild your own surfboard – from computer design to your first turn on a wave in 40 hours

SUP closure periods
Do you know the winter rules for paddling?

Paddling around the island
“A week that feels like four”

Why won’t my SUP go in a straight line
5 causes and their solutions

Starboard Touring Slim DL 11’2’’x31’’
A multi-sport board with all the extras

An all-round SUP with a retro style
Keith Teboul explains the Quatro Kai Lenny Vault Mid Length Pro

Paddle Guide
The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size for your SUP paddle

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddle
Testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddle
Three steps to the right length and size

For racing and touring
The new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

Helmets and impact-resistant vests
New safety products from GunSails

Stuff Bubble
Inflatable camping modules for the VW Bulli

Repairing neoprene yourself
Patagonia offers help and carries out repairs on its free Wetsuit Repair Tour

Paddling in autumn
SUP tips for the best way to round off the season

Super motivated
A lap of Lake Tegernsee in under three hours as a personal SUP challenge

Lusatia
Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Artificial wave near Hamburg
Stade Surf Park gets the go-ahead from the court

Windsurfing and foiling combined
A first glimpse of the 2027 Surf Festival

Saltwater Kids Ocean Academy
Björn Dunkerbeck is coming to the L&T Hasewelle in Osnabrück

Storing your SUP in winter
All the tips for iSUPs and hardboards

SUP Buying Guide
5 reasons to choose a hardboard and 2 deal-breakers against it

Workshop
Build your own surfboard – from computer design to your first turn on a wave in 40 hours