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Board Meeting Episode 10: Kai Zen High Performance Stand Up Paddle

Welcome to another episode of Board Meeting. In this episode, Robert and I will talk about Blue Planet Surf’s “Kai Zen” High Performance Carbon Stand Up Paddle. After a succesful Kickstarter campaign, the Kai Zen paddle is now in production and is expected to arrive in February 2016.

A Morning SUP Surfing Session in Waikiki

Here’s a video from a recent morning SUP surfing session I had in Waikiki. The waves weren’t that big but it was still fun.

The Menehunes Go Surfing in Waikiki

Join the Menehunes as they take surfing lessons and have a fun day surfing in Waikiki.

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.

Please Help Our Kids!

Our kids recently won first place in the Honolulu Startup Weekend and are now in the Global Startup Battle. I’m asking you to please help them get to the next level. It’s kinda like American Idol during this period. They need to get online votes. You can vote once per day in each of the […]

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.

Menehune Hat Clip Startup Weekend Global Startup Battle Video

HELP! Please vote for us here https://goo.gl/pikXZl. The menehunes won 1st place in the Startup Weekend Global Startup Battle competition in Honolulu on November 15. They were the youngest team to win in Hawaii and possibly the youngest team to win out of over 105,000 attendees over the past 6 years.

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 […]

SUP Surfing at Bomburas with Robert Stehlik

Here’s a quick video of Robert Stehlik, owner of Blue Planet Surf Hawaii, SUP surfing at Bomburas.

Blue Planet Surf 10’6″ Multi Tasker Air Inflatable SUP Board

Here’s a quick review of Blue Planet Surf Hawaii’s new 10’6″ Multi Tasker Inflatable SUP Board. It is a fun, all-around board that you can use for cruising or even SUP surfing on small waves. Another good thing about the board is you can let your kids use it with having to worry that they […]

Board Meeting Episode 4: Blue Planet SUP Race Paddle

Welcome to another episode of Board Meeting. In this episode, Robert and I will talk about Blue Planet’s new SUP race paddle prototype called the “Kai Zen” paddle. The paddle is light weight and made from high quality carbon fiber. Robert and his team are still finalizing the design and will launch the paddle on […]

SUP Surfing at Oahu South Shore

Here’s a quick video of me and my brother Darin on a recent SUP surfing session on Oahu’s south shore. The waves weren’t that big but we still had fun. (click thumbnail to launch video)

Tips and pointers on how to choose your first SUP

If you’re interested in getting into the great sport of stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and have done a little research to help you with your decision process, you know how challenging it is to narrow your focus to the right board for you. With board lengths ranging from less than 7 feet to over […]

QFR – Quick Fin Release: How to Install and Review Video

Here’s a quick how-to video on installing the QFR – Quick Fin Release system. The QFR allows you to quickly remove and install your fin without tools. Check out the video below:

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 […]