Tag Archive for 'downwind'

SUP Tips: Catching Waves and Bumps- Flatwater drills to help you get ready for open ocean stand up paddle boarding

If you are new to downwind stand up paddle boarding, and want to get ready to do some open ocean downwinders, these are some tips and drills you can practice in flat water to help you get ready for riding bumps on a SUP. Check the bottom of this page for information on coached downwinders. […]

SUP Tips: Quick Acceleration Strokes- Starting in First Gear

When I first started Stand Up Paddling, I was struggling to catch waves. I was pulling on the paddle as hard as I could and figured the harder I pulled on the paddle, the faster the board would go. I also kept breaking paddles. A big breakthrough for me came when Brian Keaulana gave me […]

OC1 Canoe Hawaii Kai Downwind 101 – Part 3

Here’s part 3 of my OC1 canoe Hawaii Kai downwind 101. In this video, I talk some more about bumps and paddling then catch up with my friend. Towards the end of the video, I share my strategy on how to avoid big waves when coming in to the beach.

OC1 Canoe Hawaii Kai Downwind 101 – Part 2

Here’s part 2 of my OC1 canoe Hawaii Kai downwind 101. In this video, I talk about catching bumps, connecting bumps, and a bit about paddling technique.

OC1 Canoe Hawaii Kai Downwind 101 – Part 1

Here’s part 1 of a three part video of a recent downwind run that I went on with my friend. We both rode on Pueo OC1 canoes. In this series of videos, I’ll share the techniques that I’ve learned from experts like Doug Lock, Todd Bradley, and Robert Stehlik. Mind you that I’m still a […]

Board Meeting Episode 6: Leashes for SUP Stand Up Paddling

Welcome to another episode of Board Meeting. In this episode, Robert and I will talk about Leashes for use in stand up paddling. Whether you’re into SUP surfing, downwinders, SUP racing, or just cruising around, a leash is an essential safety equipment.

SUP Downwinder Tips: The most common first timer mistakes

At Blue Planet we offer downwind coaching to those wanting to get into this exciting sport. After doing many coached downwind runs I have noticed that most beginners make the same common mistakes when first trying to catch bumps. For those coming from a flatwater background, where a strong, steady, powerful, longer, slower stroke works […]

Champions are crowned at the European Cup, Brazil withdrawn, while Japan and US Open are set to make waves

The 2015 European Cup wraps in epic fashion at the Italia Surf Expo concluding a dramatic 3 event Series across Europe This past week saw the dramatic conclusion of the European Cup, a dynamic series of events that spanned the European Continent and provided a very comprehensive challenge to the attending athletes, with diverse conditions […]

Molokai to Oahu race 2015 – Interview with Travis Grant and Blue Planet race team photos

This year’s M2O race was the most challenging and grueling in recent memory. The Blue Planet 14′ x 28″ Bump Rider model was well represented and the results show that this board works great in all conditions. It excels in good downwind conditions but also glides well in light winds.

Wednesday Training Group: Downwinder – Meeting at 5:00 PM, Kahala

Training Group: Downwinder on Wednesday Please meet at Wai’alae Beach Park in Kahala at 5 pm to catch the trailer, launch will be from Canoe Hale in Hawaii Kai.

Board Meeting Episode 2: Preparing for the Molokai 2 Oahu SUP Race – Part 3

Here is the last part of our Molokai 2 Oahu episode. In this video, Robert and I continue our discussion on how to prepare for the Molokai 2 Oahu SUP race and talk about doing Hawaii Kai downwinders as part of training for the event. We also talk a little bit about how downwinders help […]

Wednesday Training Group: Downwinder – Meeting at 5:00 PM, Kahala

Training Group: Downwinder on Wednesday Please meet at Wai’alae Beach Park in Kahala at 5 pm to catch the trailer, launch will be from Canoe Hale in Hawaii Kai.

Casper Steinfath & Celine Guesdon secure victory in the long distance race on Day 1 in Finland

Casper Steinfath secures a well deserved victory on Day 1 of the Sieravuori Masters, Stop #2 of the 2015 European Cup Casper Steinfath (Naish) puts on a dominant performance in the Long Distance Race today on Day 1 of the 2015 Sieravuori Masters, Stop #2 of the European Cup. The morning dawned with blue skies […]

Connor Baxter Wins Event #1 of World Tour

Connor Baxter Wins Event #1 of World Series Tour The 2015 Stand Up World Series event in Barcelona was a great way to kick off the World Tour. It was super nice to arrive to Barcelona a week and a half early before the event to relax and unpack my suit case, train and get […]

Wednesday Training Group: Downwinder – Meeting at 5:00 PM, Kahala

Training Group: Downwinder on Wednesday Please meet at Wai’alae Beach Park in Kahala at 5 pm to catch the trailer, launch will be from Canoe Hale in Hawaii Kai.