Innholdsfortegnelse for 2021 i Stand Up Paddle World

For many of us, the restrictions of the past year have only fueled our love of exploration and our desire to travel and experience the world around us, whether by board or by boat. It’s an odd feeling, the intense, collective longing for these kinds of activities to be possible again. But with borders remaining shut for much of the time between our last issue of Paddle World and now, we were forced to find other ways to feed our passions, finding new adventures and missions closer to home or spending time escaping virtually with online entertainment or social media, losing ourselves in stories and articles of places far away. Stories and articles like those we have chosen to feature on our website and magazines, like this issue of Paddle…

The twin-prop plane banks hard to the right as the captain announces that we have begun our descent to Walvis Bay Airport. Outside the small window lies a sea of undulating yellow, a vast ocean of desert and sand dunes that stretch into the belly of Africa. Most of the passengers have their heads pressed against the window to get a better look, but Thomas King stares straight ahead, gripping the armrests of his seat. His palms are sticky with sweat. It's not just the motion of the plane that unnerves him. Somewhere below us lies the ferocious wave known as Skeleton Bay, a mile-long ride that breaks with unmatched speed and power along the edge of the Namib Desert. A former big-wave surfer, King has dreamed of riding this…

Being grateful is one life lesson I have learned over and over. To take the time to appreciate our homes, our surroundings, feeling healthy, and having good family and friends. Sometimes life throws you a hard curveball: hardships, injuries, conflict, but what life doesn’t have its unforeseen challenges for everyone? Really, I guess that’s why we need to always remain grateful. I know for myself, it really sinks in when I am out on a mission, away from the comforts of home. Those are the moments I am the most grateful for the things I otherwise take for granted; how just being alive and breathing and getting out and adventuring helps us accomplish our dreams and goals and how it grounds us, letting us focus on the most important things.…

TAHE - BREEZE WING 11’0’’ The Breeze 11’0’’ Wing inflatable complete package is the perfect board for flat-water cruising with family and friends as well as going on longer distance touring-style adventures.The 11’0’’ Wing AIR works great for novice riders up to 220 lb. LENGTH: 335 CM/11’0’’ | WIDTH: 81 CM/32’’ | VOLUME: 305 L/80.6 G TAHEOUTDOORS.COM INDIANA PADDLE & SURF - INDIANA 12’0’’ FAMILY PACK GREY The 12’0’’ Family Touring board is the largest board in the Family series.The 343 L volume encased in a robust pre-laminated double layer also carries heavy or multiple family members stably on the water without bending. Includes the high-quality three-piece carbon/fiberglass paddle and these SUP 2.0 Features: Split Fin Box, 8.5 Hyperflow Fin, Wheelie Bag with Paddle Connect System,…

PALM EQUIPMENT - GLIDE PFD This waist belt PFD conceals a 100 N floatation bladder which can be instantly inflated when you need it‚ at the pull of a cord. Perfect for stand up paddle boarding‚ the Glide has a handy phone sized pocket and D-ring clip points. Sitting comfortably out of the way when not in use‚ the Glide fastens securely over your head after inflation. SIZES: ONE SIZE (100 N) | COLORS: BLUE . RED PALMEQUIPMENTEUROPE.COM RTM - PACK ISUP FUN 10’6 A rigid and lightweight board thanks to its Fusion Technology construction.This SUP is the ideal partner for your sea trips, lakes and rivers or your first surfing sessions. This versatile board is accessible to all paddlers! LENGTH: 320 CM/10’6’’ | WIDTH: 76,4…

SIC - TAO SURF 9’2’’ AT The TAO Surf is inspired by traditional surf design.The full nose and rounded pintail help you to drop into waves, carving down the line with ease.The wider widths make the board stable, which comes in handy when punching through the shore break or standing out in the lineup. LENGTH: 280 CM/9’2’’ | WIDTH: 80 CM/31.5’’ | VOLUME: 145 L/38.3 G TAHEOUTDOORS.COM JP AUSTRALIA - GLASS PADDLE 2PC 83 Fiberglass flexes naturally and is therefore easy on your shoulders and back.The stringer inside the “Y” blade creates stiffness while the full fiberglass pressure molded blade is leak proof. The shafts have a horizontally roughened surface for a good grip. Comes with an fiberglass/carbon extension and an ABS handle. LENGTH: 160-215 CM…

SWM: Though SUP is now your passion, you’ve always loved the water and grew up windsurfing, is that right? IU: I started windsurfing when I was 10. Even as a kid, I knew I wanted to turn it into a job. After I earned my license to teach from the federation, I was able to work for different sailing schools while continuing to study. SWM: How did you find your way to a sup board? IU: I had moved to the West Indies to be able to surf and sail all year long. But then I met my future husband. I was very young and naive, and instead of marrying a fairytale prince, I ended up trapped by a narcissistic pervert. I had locked myself in a pretty tough situation,…