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Topic Title: SUP Haters Topic Summary: New to SUP Created On: 05/30/2012 10:04 AM Status: Post and Reply |
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05/30/2012 10:04 AM
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Yup, I was one of them. Not really *hate* as it is a strong word. I would frown though when a SUP was in the lineup and caught one from outside (the wave I wanted). Why can't they move down the beach? I am a die hard short boarder and FL native. Grew up surfing Lake Worth Pier. I finally gave in and rented a SUP - then demo'ed - then tried a few more. Now I am into it! My reasoning? I wanted more time on the water. This is Florida and it's weak most of the time. I want to stay in shape and stay in the water, preferably on a board!
I paddled a few miles today. The beach was awesome! Nothing for surfers but plenty for SUP. What a challenge! I am stoked...... maybe my quiver is finally complete with a SUP........Nah!
Oh, and you won't catch me near the lineup. There are miles of beach! Edited: 05/30/2012 at 10:49 AM by sixstringsurfer |
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05/30/2012 10:40 AM
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Welcome to the addiction. Now your quiver is well rounded. Not complete, because there are new boards to buy all the time. Try not to let everyone know how much fun you are having, then everyone will want one. |
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06/01/2012 08:04 AM
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I knocked it until I tried it too a couple years ago.....the SUP has added about 100 days of water time to my year. My only tip is to stay clear of the most crowded popular breaks. Paddle down the beach and find your own peak when on the SUP. Even if you have great control....it still freaks some people out and they can get pretty weird about it. They automatically assume you're a kook regardless once they see the paddle.
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06/01/2012 01:18 PM
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It's summertime and anyone with a SUP is about to get lots more water time than those who don't have one. I used to go a month at a time without going to the beach in summer because it was flat. Not anymore!
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06/02/2012 12:18 PM
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You are on your way to enlightenment. Now, do you tell the unclean masses of crawlers or let them maybe find their own way? ------------------------- Old and Slow can be stylish if you eliminate the jerky part |
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06/06/2012 06:13 AM
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Seth, 100 more days is awesome! Exactly my goal (more time on the water) and I am already seeing it since the surf has been flat for many days now. I have been out paddling and catching micro-waves. It has been a blast! Already thinking of dropping down in size on the SUP. Any advice there?
The only real issue that I have encountered is that my feet get "tired/cramped". Probably because they are working too hard. Will this get better with more time on the water? Good comments from all! |
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06/06/2012 11:23 AM
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It's summertime and anyone with a SUP is about to get lots more water time than those who don't have one. I used to go a month at a time without going to the beach in summer because it was flat. Not anymore! The Lady is correct. So much fun sliding around on some knee high peelers when everyone thinks it is Flat. Not to mention the river and lake cruising. We used to Kayak the river and lakes inland. The view and workout when standing is sooo much better. I am hooked. ------------------------- Keep your yap shut and let your surfing do the talking, Everything else will take care of itself. MAHALO! |
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06/07/2012 05:31 AM
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Already thinking of dropping down in size on the SUP. Any advice there?
The only real issue that I have encountered is that my feet get "tired/cramped". Probably because they are working too hard. Will this get better with more time on the water?
Good comments from all! once you become comfotrtable enough to move your feet around on the board and you build your leg and feet strength up, the numbness and cramps will hopefully be gone. I have found that lengths between 7.5 and 9 ft are ideal for our surf. -------------------------
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06/07/2012 07:48 AM
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Already thinking of dropping down in size on the SUP. Any advice there?
The only real issue that I have encountered is that my feet get "tired/cramped". Probably because they are working too hard. Will this get better with more time on the water?
Good comments from all! once you become comfotrtable enough to move your feet around on the board and you build your leg and feet strength up, the numbness and cramps will hopefully be gone. I have found that lengths between 7.5 and 9 ft are ideal for our surf.
Time on water and feeling comfortable to move your feet around and the numbness will go away. For me 7'10" to 9'6" is best in our waves. It may be because I am 6'2" |
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06/07/2012 10:57 AM
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I am coming up the learning curve quickly. Pivot turns are getting consistent. I can catch small waves. I am on a 9'2"x31". The perfect all around size right now but on a wave I am wanting to manuever more.
Starting to see I will need a different board for different conditions/uses. Duh. Just like my short board / fish quiver. Just can't afford as many though |
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06/13/2012 04:55 PM
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A little tip. My feet get pretty soar during long paddles or long SUP surf sessions. I wear Teva wakeskate shoes on longer sessions that are made for getting wet and have arch support. Helps with the wear and tear on the feet big time.
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06/15/2012 06:51 AM
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Sometimes we wear Vibrum fivefinger shoes in the river. Give a little protection and cushion. I have a 9'2" and an 8'0" and that seems to cover most conditions that I want to SUP in.
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