How To Paddle Like A Pro / Improving Your SUP Stroke

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How To Paddle Like A Pro / Improving Your SUP Stroke

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Күн бұрын

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@TheTechofTech 2 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely the best explanation of SUP paddling I’ve found! As a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, I love the detailed breakdown of all of the angles of movement with the clear explanation of how each element of the stroke technique shown contributes to efficient movement. Thank you for putting the work into this.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear your comment. Thanks! Beau

@theWZZA 3 жыл бұрын

After many years kayaking, I started taking up SUP. I thought SUP would be simpler than kayaking, but boy was I wrong. Wind is the difference maker. Because of lower windage, you can go out in a kayak with sloppier technique. Unless it is calm, paddling a SUP requires good technique to even make headway.

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Good comment, Yeah it different but good at the same time. You have to think about your paddling conditions in a different way. And really get your stroke nailed. This video may help too : kzfaq.info/get/bejne/b5yjm7KYxJ7JZoU.html thanks Reuben

@rochskier 2 жыл бұрын

I owned a folding kayak for a decade and I find iSUPing simpler because I can get on the water much more quickly. It's true the wind is more of a factor, but it's possible to get quite low on a SUP.

@jnmaloof 10 ай бұрын

Best video on SUP paddle stroke that I have seen. GREAT!

@SUPboardermag 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@PlayingTarot 2 жыл бұрын

Just tried sup first time yesterday, the 2 hours really worked me up! The hardest part was to move in a straight line, the wind kept pushing me away from my course.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing to hear it was your fist time! Hope you enjoyed it and keep going back for more. The wind is your enemy on a SUP, so try and paddle where there is not much wind next time.

@bdavison31 2 жыл бұрын

Love it! Thank you. I am transitioning from dragon boating and OC and am delighted to see that the stroke is very similar.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice to hear. We haven't done much OC or dragon so appreciate the insights. Thanks, Beau

@TheQuietBeast 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. Have just started paddling and needed a better video which brake downs down the steps and explains with graphics. Really like it.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Glad this video was helpful for you.

@shalomkravmaga Жыл бұрын

Great video! I really appreciate the details of the body mechanics behind a good and efficient paddle stroke. Thanks!

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment. Beau

@sharondawson8389 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful for me as a newbie, especially the part about when to exit the paddle from the water

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Sharon

@jumbo6498 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sharon!

@janeramos9472 2 жыл бұрын

I love the videos you post. They are always super informative and helpful. Keep posting more vlogs.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jane

@AmyGChicago Жыл бұрын

This is excellent! Now for me to actually do it!

@seanparker7415 2 жыл бұрын

Great video for a beginner thanks.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this video helpful.

@patrickm4935 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect video. Right into the basics.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Patrick!

@patrickm4935 2 жыл бұрын

I definitely wasn't stacking my hands and this solved the issue🤙

@stephaniereichenberg8022 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this video. However, your model, although using the hips some, is flexing and sidebending the lumbar spine rather than keeping it straight. Bending your knees will allow a better hip hinge and a straighter lumbar spine.

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. We agree that being your knees a little more will improve this movement, and can also enhance your balance. It definitely comes into play a lot more when paddling faster and adding more pressure to your muscles. Thanks, Beau

@jessieb.7188 2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I keep a nice knee bend and when I do I feel my core engage even more and I’m able to get the longer reach.

@Jasmine-uy9lq Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Great job of explaining how to position your body for each manoeuvre. Cheers for putting this together

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear this video helped Jasmine! Thanks, Beau

@Dan-vb5fh 3 жыл бұрын

Really helpful thanks.

@teunmathijssen7459 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Super helpful and concise video

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Cheers, Beau

@rosecousens6217 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Beau!

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Glad you enjoyed it. Beau

@wwhhiittnneeyy 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful, thank you!!

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@evolvewithmarcello 4 ай бұрын

Really well taught, thank you!

@SUPboardermag 4 ай бұрын

Thanks

@peterk2146 8 ай бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing!

@SUPboardermag 8 ай бұрын

Glad you liked the video! Thanks, Beau

@virginiaforrest2112 10 ай бұрын

I love this video so much!

@SUPboardermag 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Flyingramses 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, what a great reminder as we start the new year, bring on the warm weather 😎👍🏻

@Meibeon 3 жыл бұрын

Do you paddle the Taff ?

@Flyingramses 3 жыл бұрын

@@Meibeon not yet, one day 🙏

@Meibeon 3 жыл бұрын

@@Flyingramses your the spit of a guy who I pass on the river , take care.

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Oh yes!

@TheGravestring 3 жыл бұрын

Nice tips!

@mattagreen1234 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thank you!

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@PuraVidaHuatulcoSUP Жыл бұрын

Great, thanks for the great tips!

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

You are most welcome! Thanks, Beau

@RodeoDogLover 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@hangzsup1549 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, nice tips

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@booksterpbm 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, good tips

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@sweechinkhoo 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@cronostradale Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed this video. Thanks, Beau

@miguelsegui110 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@ThuyNguyen-fw8mq Жыл бұрын

Super helpful information

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks, Beau

@jacquelinedaniels87 Жыл бұрын

I bought my first SUP, and just finished the inflation and my arms r burning lol. I’m taking it in the Delaware bay for first venture out. Wish me luck

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Good luck!! So great to hear you are getting into SUP. Pumping up can be the hardest part 😂. Thanks, Beau

@shesaidsomething1 Жыл бұрын

Really great advice! Thank you :)

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! Thanks, Beau

@AmyScott-nu1ig Жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Beau

@SolarEclips86 Жыл бұрын

What would make me slap the side of my board all the time. I make sure the blade is going into the water the right way but for some reason i seem to always hit my board half way through my paddle :), I love sup no matter how hard it is.

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

It could be that you are over rotating your wrists when you put the paddle in the water, causing the paddle blade to enter on an angle and as it corrects, it hits the board. The paddle blade should pulled perpendicular to the board (if that makes sense?). Your top hand may also move causing the paddle blade to move as well. Hope you're able to correct it soon! Thanks, Beau

@bashierb3281 3 жыл бұрын

Great Video !!!

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the visit

@estermoya4827 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you so much!

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@jamesguinan 2 жыл бұрын

Class!!!!!!!!

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@gzg_557 Жыл бұрын

thanks a lot

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Beau

@gs637 3 жыл бұрын

good stuff!

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!

@TheUffe1 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your videos, both instructional and reviews! One question about the paddle grip, just like you do here most recommendations says paddle on your head and 90-degree elbows. However when they then paddle, it appears like they have quite closer grip than what the 90-degree elbows would be. Same thing here in your video. Is this just an illusion in the video or are you actually using a closer grip?

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Ulf, great spot and good question. the paddle grip with 90-degree elbows is a great start for beginner paddlers learning to SUP. Once you begin to progress with your paddling, you may find that the grip evolves to suit your paddling style. If I am cruising my local waterway and taking it easy, my grip may be less than 90-degrees. But if I'm in the waves or surf, my grip extends a little further than 90-degress for leverage and speed. Hope this helps. Beau

@christhomas376 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Lads

@callisallen9358 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, I'm confused as I intuively thought the paddle is held the way you hold it, but after watching some videos they said you hold it the other way which I thought was strange. However you seem to hold it the way I thought was intuitive, so now I don't know which it is?

@callisallen9358 2 жыл бұрын

(it looks like you have the blade in the scoop sort of position and I thought it's supposed to be the other way round)

@gligachaz5047 2 жыл бұрын

Every video I've seen says hold it the way this guy shows. The blade is angling away from you so stays in the water longer as you pull.

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

It gets technical, but the blade angled away is the right way. It's all about positive blade angle in the water when paddling to maximise speed, power and efficiency.

@MrMisuma 2 жыл бұрын

My wife tried it today. I tried to tell her, that she held the paddle in the wrong direction, but I couldn’t explain to her WHY, cause I don’t even know why. Can someone explain to me why her way was wrong…? 😅

@SUPboardermag 2 жыл бұрын

All about positive blade angles which will give you better control, power and ease of use. If you have it around the wrong way (which can look like the right way for a lot of us), you'll notice the blade 'lifting' the water during the stroke and facing upwards toward the tail - this is negative blade angle. Hope that explains it? Thanks, Beau

@Luftbubblan Жыл бұрын

Tyvm for video! How much difference does a good paddle do? Does position on board affect speed in any way?

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! A good, lightweight paddle will speed up your paddling cadence. it will also be kinder on your muscles and arms so you can paddle for longer. If you have never used a good paddle, once you do you will never go back. Yes, the position will affect your speed and efficiency. If you are too far forward or back, the board pushes water and creates drag. There is definitely a sweet spot on every board and this can change between boards too. Try a few positions on the board and then take a few strokes to see how far you glide. Hope this helps. Thanks, Beau

@Luftbubblan Жыл бұрын

@@SUPboardermag Tyvm for the reply! Appreciate it :D

@MrBalas3 Жыл бұрын

I notice that your paddle starts pretty close to bow and I wonder if I'm to far back on the board, but I find myself more balanced slightly further back. I see the difference @ 5:45 pushing the water out to much, but boy that person is sure going straight to me ha, ha,..

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks for the comment. Your feet should be near the handle on the board. Slightly in front or behind it depending on the shape of the board and how it moves in the water. Also try to change your technique as mentioned in the video to help with your reach during the paddle stroke. If you feel comfortable where you are standing, then that's great as it needs to be enjoyable too! Hope this helps. Thanks, Beau

@D30x1r1b0nukl31nsyra Жыл бұрын

One important note that wasn't brought up, what length should you have your paddle at?

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Great point. We have another video for that one: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sLZ5eZqFyLfGnKs.html Thanks, Beau

@kayli.c 3 ай бұрын

should you tuck/tilt your pelvis?

@SUPboardermag 3 ай бұрын

Tucking your pelvis will engage your core so it’s a good idea to activate it

@AndrewWorkshop 3 жыл бұрын

Nice tips. Any suggestions on how to keep a short board tracking straight? Like really short 6'5".

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Andrew, not sure if you are a SUPboarder Pro member but this is the video you need to see: www.supboardermag.com/2018/07/28/sup-paddle-strokes-using-the-c-stroke-how-to-video/ If not you can still sign up for free for two weeks watch the video and cancel the subscription after lol. But the C stroke is the manoeuvre to do and the matter what size board I can get going in a straight line. Thanks Reuben

@AndrewWorkshop 3 жыл бұрын

@@SUPboardermag Thanks!

@D9VO Жыл бұрын

"Things I wish I had found out at 30" - Add this to the list! HA ha

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

😂 thanks for your comment. Beau

@bimaav1102 3 жыл бұрын

thanks

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@EldenRingOfficialFanAccount 3 жыл бұрын

i’m watching while on the water rn

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

cool

@johnmaurer3097 Жыл бұрын

I’m new to SUP and only have about 5 hours experience. I do get a lot of upper back soreness afterward - I think bc I’m leaning too far back and not using more core? I’m trying to figure out if I’m using too much arm strength and not driving my my core and hips.

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

Hi John, couple of things could be at play here. First thing would be to check your paddle length. Upper back and shoulder problems arise from having a paddle that is too long. You check this video for approximate paddle heights - but remember it is personal preference and you may need to go shorter (or at least try a shorter paddle): supboardermag.com/2021/05/08/correct-paddle-height-how-to-find-the-right-height-for-your-sup-paddle/ Secondly, it could be your technique that is causing upper back pain. Try straightening your arms when you paddle so you have to engage your core. Hope these tips help and good luck! Thanks, Beau

@VintagegainzNartistic Жыл бұрын

What way should the paddle face? Flat or siced part?

@SUPboardermag Жыл бұрын

The blade should angle away from you. A good example can be found here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/n9ahhr15ntDTnY0.html at 1:12. Thanks, Beau

@timlatter42 3 жыл бұрын

Paddle looks backwards in section 1

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Tim. I have to admit it does it is hard to tell in the first section. But I can guarantee the paddle is not the wrong way round. If any of our team were caught using their paddle backwards it would be a sacking offence! Especially during a how to paddle like a pro video. 😂 Thanks Reuben

@szymongrabarczyk3561 3 жыл бұрын

Question. Would a possition with one foot in front of the other (left foot in front when you paddle from the right side like they do on canoe racing) be a bad idea? Even a slight lunge possition? having your both legs up to the waist glued to the board while leaning your torso to the side seems a bit awkward and unnatural to me. Is ballance an issue? Have you ever tried similar technique on a sup?

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Good question Szymon. Some top races do actually paddle with a slightly offset stance as you are describing. It will make you have a slightly further reach and a more powerful stroke but you will have to change your feet each time you change your stroke and if you are changing your stroke side often this can make it less efficient. It is a very good technique if you are trying to sprint over a shorter distance in racing or potentially catching a wave. So yes it can be done, give it a go and see what you think, but I think for a longer distance paddling is probably easier to keep your feet in parallel stance unless you are trying to put more power into your paddling for maybe example... pushing up into wind. thanks Reuben

@szymongrabarczyk3561 3 жыл бұрын

@@SUPboardermag Ok. I'll check it out as soon as my board arrives.

@szymongrabarczyk3561 3 жыл бұрын

@@SUPboardermag So it seems more efficient in therms of speed and power. Also seems more natural although it works if you have a long board and decent technique so you dont change sides frequently as you said. Also if there are no waves and you have good balance you can sort of quick jump to change legs. Outside of that it seems less stable.

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your thoughts Szymon 👍🏼

@this_one_guy 3 жыл бұрын

What boards are you using in the video?

@SUPboardermag 3 жыл бұрын

We are using the Honu Byron All Rounder 10'6. And also a glimpse of the Naish Nalu 10'6. Thanks, Beau

@MattWarnerNZ 2 жыл бұрын

Ose

@adburn1066 15 күн бұрын

Wtf is a positive angle?

@SUPboardermag 10 күн бұрын

Positive and Negative are terms we use to make it easier to understand the angle of the blade in the water. A neutral angle (0˚) is when the paddle is at our feet in the water. We want to focus on having a positive angle on the blade when paddling (power phase from the catch to our feet). Hope that helps. Beau