Casual Fashion on the SUP

Here is a great picture of Kristy cruising the bay. Amazing to think that her board is only 9', yet it's so stable that she can confidently paddle around in dry clothes, hat, glasses and all. It's as if getting wet isn't even a possibility. Of course, she's pretty good at it too.

Kialoa's New Methane Paddle

I just wanted to give a shout out to Kialoa Paddles for creating such a rad SUP Paddle. I have their new Methane Paddle and it is awesome! Definitely the best paddle I have put in my hands yet. It has an oval shaped shaft that molds to your hands perfectly, the T shaped handle is super functional and has a smaller 8 inch wide blade. For all you ladies out there listen up! This is a great paddle for us! Being a woman paddler who rides a smaller SUP board (I am 5'3 and 130 pounds) I have found that the Methane takes much less energy to move through the water because of the smaller blade but still provides that quick momentum when you need it with the least amount of effort. All the elements you need in a paddle for the surf as well!


Did I mention it just feels like "butta" in your hands? When you put this paddle in your hands, you will not want to let it go. It makes paddling just that much better and if you have not had the chance to pick up a Kialoa paddle yet, do it soon! You can find your local dealer by visiting www.kialoa.com

--Originally posted on KristysAwesomeSurfAdventures.blogspot.com

100% Natural Siren Skin Cream: Keeping Paddle Palms Supple.

From the product page: This stuff is the best! Just the thing to soothe skin made weary by the relentless sun and drying wind. After a long paddle, nothing beats a dab of this all natural burst of moisture. Infused with a hint of orange and peppermint.

With sweet almond oil, jojoba oil, beeswax, vitamin E, aloe and orange and peppermint essential oils. Great for hands, lips and anywhere else that needs a little shelter from the elements!

Paradise for your skin in a tin!

You can find it here.

Added Twist on Spray Painting for New Spunk....

Once you've got your tagging technique with the rattle cans down, you may want to spice your art up with a little more detail. Enter the Sharpie Poster Paint Pen. Available in a myriad of colors ranging from metallic gold and silver to powder pink and purple. Broad, medium, fine and extra fine tip sizes allow you to capture any effect. We like the water-based version best--just shoot your masterpiece with a light layer of clear acrylic before hitting the water. Stay tuned to see a customized paddle we're working on....

You can find them at Aaronbrothers.com; DickBlick.com has them online too.

Sanyo Xacti: Unreal Price!

This little camera is perfect for all surf and SUP expeditions. Not only is it palm sized, an 8MP still camera and a great camcorder, but it is completely waterproof out of the box--No cumbersome water housing! Just be sure to tie a piece of styrofoam or some other kind of float to the wrist strap, because if you lose it it'll sink (let me know if you step on one paddling out at SanO).

When we saw it now available for just $179.00 on Amazon, we thought you'd like to know.