- 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

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- 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

- Small bulges in an iSUP are usually not a cause for concern and are often already present when the board is new, but are frequently only noticed at a later stage.  
- This is caused by a hole cut during the fitting of the valve or mast foot, which severs the drop-stitch threads and creates a bulge on the opposite side.  
- Manufacturers sometimes conceal these production-related, purely cosmetic flaws by positioning fin boxes or towing eyes in the relevant spot.

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards: this is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

- Naish is launching two new inflatable windsurf boards: the Kailua XR for beginners and families, and the Stratos Inflatable for sporty freeriding.
- Kailua XR: 340 litres, approx. 320 cm, centre fin plus side fin boxes, complete package including fins, pump, repair kit and carry bag.
- Stratos: 210 litres, 240 cm, trailing edge with rubber lip for gliding, outline similar to hardboards, with footstraps, centre fin, US box, including a pack of accessories.

Kailua XR and Stratos: Naish launches two new inflatable windsurf boards

- The Quatro Surf Pro is based on Kai Lenny’s shortboard design, featuring a narrower nose, a continuous V-shaped hull and a progressive surf rocker.  
- Lowered rails provide grip during turns, the standing area is reinforced with carbon, and the pad is derived from foil technology.  
- The Kai Lenny Vault range also includes mid-length and log boards; Teboul has been designing all the boards for Kai Lenny’s versatile water sports disciplines since 2019.

Wave SUP: Keith Teboul explains the design of the Quatro Kai Lenny Surf 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

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- 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.

SUP Paddle Advice: The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size

- 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

- 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

- The Schwentine is a river shaped by the Ice Age, flows through 18 lakes and is easily navigable by SUP for around 50 kilometres between Eutin and Kiel.
- Recommended day trip: Hof Wahlstorf to Rosensee (approx. 15 km), mostly with little current, motorboat-free, with varying sections of landscape.
- Wind, nature conservation rules and camping bans require planning; overnight stays only on official sites, islands and reed beds are taboo.

Germany: SUP river tour on the Schwentine

Tours

- Old Bulli Berlin rents out well-maintained VW T1/T2 vans in a 1960s/1970s camping style, without electricity or gas, using maps instead of mobile phone sat-nav.
- Additional offer: four SUPs and two kayaks for Bulli tours, including the hidden gem Stienitzsee with a lido, paddling opportunities and sundowners.
- A total of around 15 Bulli vans available for self-drive hire, weddings with a chauffeur and photo booth events; custom colour requests are only possible to a limited extent.

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin: A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

- SurfSignal combines weather data from various models, live measurements and webcams to display personalised surf session windows up to ten days in advance.  
- Users define their own spots and multiple ‘condition sets’ per spot, allowing for precise representation of individual preferences and various water sports.  
- The app is free, ad-free and requires no account to use; from 1 October 2026, a paid ‘Super’ tier will be introduced, whilst partner schools can use a free partner mode.

App for surfers: SurfSignal tells you when the conditions are really good – an interview with founder Sebastiaan Dalmeijer

- In 2026, the Province of Trento purchased the Casa della Trota ruins for 2.3 million euros; demolition work is due to begin in October 2027.
- Dilapidated sections will be demolished, whilst the historic 18th-century core of the building is to be preserved and restored.
- The Strada del Ponale and Ciclovia del Garda will benefit from improved links to the lakeshore, access to the water and a new 300-metre section of cycle path.

A derelict building and photo opportunity: Casa della Trota (“Ponale”) on Lake Garda is being demolished

Scene & Events

- 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

- In hot weather, keep an eye on the water temperature, use a leash in still waters, and make sure you always have sun protection, a hat and drinking water to hand.  
- Do not store inflatable SUPs when inflated in direct sunlight, in a car or on the beach, as heat increases pressure and can cause them to warp or burst.  
- UV radiation causes materials to fade; store your board in the shade where possible and reduce the air pressure slightly to prevent the adhesive joints from being damaged by the heat.

Summer paddling: The 9 most important SUP tips for hot weather

- Almost any all-round or touring SUP (9-12 feet) is suitable for learning to wingsurf with a wing in light winds.
- A centre fin is required for less lateral drift, WindSUPs have this, other boards can be retrofitted.
- Various retrofit systems with a tensioning strap or adhesive fin box are available and are also used in wingsurfing schools.

First steps in wingsurfing: Here’s how to learn to wingsurf on a SUP!

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SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

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

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

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards
This is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

SUP boards

Kailua XR and Stratos
Naish launches two new inflatable windsurf boards

Wave SUP
Keith Teboul explains the design of the Quatro Kai Lenny Surf Pro

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

SUP paddle

SUP Paddle Advice
The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size

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

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

Germany
SUP river tour on the Schwentine

Scene & Events

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin
A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

App for surfers
SurfSignal tells you when the conditions are really good – an interview with founder Sebastiaan Dalmeijer

A derelict building and photo opportunity
Casa della Trota (“Ponale”) on Lake Garda is being demolished

How to

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

Summer paddling
The 9 most important SUP tips for hot weather

First steps in wingsurfing
Here’s how to learn to wingsurf on a SUP!

SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

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

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

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boardsThis is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

SUP boards

Kailua XR and StratosNaish launches two new inflatable windsurf boards

Wave SUPKeith Teboul explains the design of the Quatro Kai Lenny Surf Pro

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

SUP paddle

SUP Paddle AdviceThe 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size

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

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

LusatiaFive lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

GermanySUP river tour on the Schwentine

Scene & Events

SUP package at Old Bulli BerlinA SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

App for surfersSurfSignal tells you when the conditions are really good – an interview with founder Sebastiaan Dalmeijer

A derelict building and photo opportunityCasa della Trota (“Ponale”) on Lake Garda is being demolished

How to

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

Summer paddlingThe 9 most important SUP tips for hot weather

First steps in wingsurfingHere’s how to learn to wingsurf on a SUP!

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

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

SUP, windsurf and wingfoil boards
This is what causes the bubble or bulge in an inflatable board

Kailua XR and Stratos
Naish launches two new inflatable windsurf boards

Wave SUP
Keith Teboul explains the design of the Quatro Kai Lenny Surf Pro

SUP Paddle Advice
The 3 most important tips for choosing the right blade size

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

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

Germany
SUP river tour on the Schwentine

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin
A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

App for surfers
SurfSignal tells you when the conditions are really good – an interview with founder Sebastiaan Dalmeijer

A derelict building and photo opportunity
Casa della Trota (“Ponale”) on Lake Garda is being demolished

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

Summer paddling
The 9 most important SUP tips for hot weather

First steps in wingsurfing
Here’s how to learn to wingsurf on a SUP!