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This episode (recorded in 2021) is another chance to hear our comprehensive discussion with Professor Mike Tipton, a renowned expert in human and applied physiology at the Extreme Environments Laboratory at the University of Portsmouth. This episode aims to raise awareness of cold water as a significant but often overlooked risk, offering valuable information on how to minimize dangers and enjoy water sports safely, particularly over the first early months of the peak paddle season.Known for his extensive research on cold water effects on the human body, Professor Tipton's work informs survival and rescue training for first responders and safety campaigns worldwide. The conversation delves into the dangers of cold water shock, the physiological responses to cold water immersion, strategies for acclimatization, and practical safety advice for stand-up paddleboarders and other water sports enthusiasts. Additionally, Tipton shares insights into his collaborations with life-saving organizations, the importance of cold water safety education, and his role in founding the International Drowning Researchers Alliance. LINKSSUPfm Online Safety Course : Now £37 ONLY £10University of Portsmouth Research Portal RNLI - Float to Live Keep up with the SUPfm Podcast:on YouTube : @SUPfmPodcaston Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Starboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard WebsiteHutch SUP Wear - 20% Off Everything OfferThe original quality SUP Wear brand, Hutch SUP Wear is ten years old, and in honour of this milestone is offering 20% off across all products on it's website with code HUTCH20Hutch SUP Wear : 20% Off Everything

In the second part of our packed review of the year, we 've got you another selection of top guests and contributors to showcase the highlights of the last 12 months. For a richer experience and for additional footage, watch this episode on YouTube here, and PLEASE don't forget to subscribe!In this episode co-presented with Sarah Thornely of SUPJunkie.UK we reflect on the Yukon 1000, with snippets from Craig Sawyer, one half of Team Shac Yukon who completed this year's race.We reflect on the ICF World Championships in Thailand chatting with UK SUP legend and double gold winner, Marie Buchanan.We also catch up with Lizzie Carr MBE from Planet Patrol as we look back on Race for Rivers.Finally we chat with innovative race director Greg Wingo as we celebrate an awesome conclusion to this year's Last Paddler Standing.Keep up with SUPfm: Subscribe on YouTube HEREon Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Starboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard Website

In the first of this two part episode, Simon and Sarah 'SUP Junkie' Thornely review the year with help from April Zilg. We also remember OG BaySUP endurance racer Mark Slater, with Battle of the Paddle racer, coach and friend, Ryan James. Watch this episode on our You Tube Channel - Don't forget to subscribe HERESimon and Sarah discuss the UK and international world of Stand-up paddle-boarding in 2023 as we look ahead to 2024. We grab a chat with 2022's APP Champion, April Z, who enlightens us about her recent paddle year from competitive racing, living life to the fullest, and her 12 Days of Fitmas initiative.We also celebrate the legacy of the late Mark Slater, an outstanding figure in the UK SUP community. Join us as we paddle through these impactful stories and expectations for the upcoming year.In this episode we discuss:SUP 12 - More Here SUP 2023 Championships Review Interview with April Zilg - Follow her here Tribute to Mark SlaterYour support for SUPfm keeps us paddling: Subscribe on YouTube @SUPfmPodcastLike on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast Like on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Starboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard Website

This week's episode includes a chat with previous guest Lizzie Carr MBE and covers her initiative 'Race for Rivers' which is a collaboration to measure water quality across EnglandEngland's waterways are under severe threat from unseen pollution, and in recent years the solution to the problem from those who are responsible for safeguarding it, is to simply to monitor the water less.This episode incorporates an interview with Lizzie and 'field recordings; as we paddled down the River Wey on the first two days of this 32 day relay, running up to the Lake District in the north of England taking measurements along the way.Find out more about Race for Rivers hereFollow Planet Patrol onFacebookInstagramXKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Ocean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteOverboard - Episode SponsorKeep it dry with Overboard! OverBoard are the leaders in waterproofing your life, and produce a wide range of stylish and 100% waterproof technology cases, dry bags, backpacks and duffels. Tough and hard-wearing, OverBoard products have been proven in every kind of environment. An OverBoard waterproof bag, backpack, duffel or technology case will keep your valuables safe and dry every time. Overboard Waterproof BagsStarboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard Website

This season's extended final episode brings the teams together for a full download of their successful completion of the world's longest ultra paddle race.Experience their journey through the untamed waters of the Yukon River as I sit down with Craig and Skip from Team Shac, and Martin and Kim from the Renegade Moose Chasers. In this conversation, they share their unfiltered experiences, revealing the challenges they faced during their epic adventure . They talk about managing exhaustion and sleep deprivation, encounters with the wild inhabitants of the Yukon, their kit and organisation and some bizarre experiences they had amidst the rugged terrain. They also answer listener questions about the journey. This episode is a voyage into the heart of adventure, resilience, and the beauty of the Yukon wilderness.** Due to some technical issues we were unable to include any audio from the Moose chasers after the first hour of the episode**Find out here about entering the Yukon 1000 race in 2024 Yukon 1000 Race - InstagramConnect with the teams on social media The Renegade Moose ChasersFacebookInstagramTeam ShacFacebookInstagramKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast Subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Starboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard WebsiteOcean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs....

This is the penultimate episode from this season featuring the Yukon 1000, where we get the immediate take from teams who successfully completed this year's race.Quick and dirty, recorded from Fairbanks (Alaska), Whitehorse, (Yukon) and Seattle Airport, this gives a first brief from teams who are still processing what it takes to race 1000 miles down the unspoiled wilderness of the River YukonIn this episode we reference some incredible photos taken by Fortune Favours the Brave and if you want to see them, link is below.One more episode to come shortly!Support the Azaylia Foundation hereTHE photographs are on Instagram @mrashleycain HEREThank you to all the paddlers who have contributed to this season, and particularly for the support from Jon and his team at Yukon 1000Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Ocean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration packBaltic WebsiteStarboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard Website

The Yukon 1000 is now underway and in this episode, race director John Frith takes us through the route, we get updates from teams at the starting line in Whitehorse, Yukon, and if that wasn't enough, we also get some wise words from Bart De Zwart, previous winner of the race.Follow the Progress of all the teams LIVE on the race tracker hereParticular thank you to Craig and Team Shac and to Dan and Nick from Fortune Favours the Brave for their contributions to the episode.Fortune Favours the Brave are a canoe team from the UK. They are both veterans who have served in the Yorkshire Regiment, and are raising money for YPI Counselling which is a mental health charity and you can contribute hereThey're also raising funds for Reduce Our Carbon Charitable Foundation HEREPlease give the team a follow on Instagram hereThis episode also contains an excerpt from my chat with the incredible Bart De Zwart from Episode 97Yukon 1000 2024 edition - Race dates 12th and 13th July - Applications Opening soonFollowTeam ShacFacebookInstagramKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) £18It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Ocean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration packBaltic WebsiteStarboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most...

This week I speak to two of the four SUP teams taking part in this year's Yukon 1000, Team Shac and the Renegade Moose Chasers.Craig and Skip from Team Shac, and Martin and Kim from the Renegade Moose Chasers speak about their preparation, their kit, their team dynamic and (sniff) what they consider the main strengths of their teammate. Follow the Progress of all the teams by subscribing to the Yukon 1000 Newsletter hereThe Renegade Moose ChasersFacebookInstagramTeam ShacFacebookInstagramKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Ocean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration packBaltic WebsiteStarboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard Website

This week we spend time with Craig Sawyer, SUP coach and competitor in this year's race, as one part of Team Shac, alongside Scott 'Skip' InnesCraig's also shooting a documentary about the race and its history, and he talks about this, and his personal history of preparing for, but not quite starting the race, in the years since his first 2019 entry.This season we're delving into the immersive experience of racing through the untouched beauty of the Yukon wilderness.This is the second of our 'deep dive' episodes looking at the Yukon 1000 race and following the experiences of the organisers and participants of the 2023 event.Connect on social mediaCraig's Website Follow Team Shac on Instagram hereFollow Craig on Instagram hereFollow Craig on FacebookFollow Craig's You tube channelYukon 1000 Teams ListSee the teams competing hereFollow the Race on Instagram hereKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Ocean Specific - Episode SponsorLooking to take your SUP performance to another level? Then look no further than Ocean Specific! Check out the Strike V-RX Paddle and their selection of hardware and apparelOcean Specific WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to wear. The SUP Elite comes with storage and the ability to add a hydration packBaltic WebsiteStarboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the...

This week Simon talks with Jon Frith, the race director of the Yukon 100, the world's longest paddle race. As a former soldier, Jon brings a unique perspective to organizing, running and also taking part in this epic adventure race that spans 1,000 miles from Whitehorse, Yukon. Jon shares his insights into the dangers of the trip and the personal admin and development required by the participants taking part. He talks about the history of the race, and his views on the addition of Stand-Up Paddleboarding into the event.Join us as we delve into the immersive experience of racing through the untouched beauty of the Yukon wilderness.This is the first of our 'deep dive' episodes looking at the Yukon 1000 race, following the experiences of the organisers and participants in the 2023 event.The Yukon 1000 website is hereThe Smithsonian Magazine recently wrote a great article on the race hereFollow the Yukon 1000 on social media FacebookTwitterInstagramEvery year the Yukon 700 is run, with a group of ex-serviceman from the Grenadier Guards descending the Yukon unsupported, many with life changing injuries. To contribute to this worthy cause click here. Follow the Yukon 700 on Instagram hereKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:Starboard - Season SponsorStarboard's success since 1994 is built on its mission to provide innovation and quality. Starboard offer the most varied range of paddles and boards in the market and a comprehensive global dealer network, with SUP experts ready to help you get up and riding in no time. Check out the vast range of products and SUP knowledge on their websiteStarboard WebsiteBaltic Lifejackets - Episode SponsorBaltic know that the best personal floatation devices are always the ones that get worn, so they've designed the SUP Elite and SUP Pro specifically for SUPrs. They're designed to make climbing back on your board easier and have a cut which allows full movement when you're paddling, making them super comfortable to...

This bonus episode features the return of Cal Major to the show. Cal's epic three part series Scotland: Ocean Nation is now available to stream for FREE through STV Player until March 2024Cal takes us through the making of the series which shows her 800 mile journey around the Scottish coastline, and her encounters with the beautiful and threatened marine wildlife that exists in this stunning and relentless environment.This series is highly recommended as a positive, optimistic yet honest representation of the Scottish coast, the incredible creatures who live there and the people who are helping to save them.You can watch the full series here and through the STV Player AppSeaful is the charity Cal founded which connects children with the water Find out more HERE In the show we mention Cal's filmsVitamin Sea - Cal's record breaking trip from Lands End to John O GroatsSkyes the Limit - Cal's solo journey around the Isle of SkyeFind out more about Cal on her website HEREConnect with Cal on social media FacebookTwitterInstagramYouTubeKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) £18It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode:This Season's Sponsor is StarboardThank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information Starboard

Welcome to this special bonus episode recorded with friend of the show, Brendon Prince Brendon brings us up to date with some of the many highlights since he completed his record breaking circumnavigation of Britain in 2021, and chats about his new event SUP Twelve, launched on 1st April 2023 in Torbay, Devon.We talk about the film Circumnavigate, currently showing in special screenings in the UK, but which will soon be on general release, some recent awards, his participation in Last Paddler Standing, a December endurance event in Florida and SUP Twelve.For last minute entries to SUP Twelve please click hereFollow the stream on Saturday 1st April 2023 from the SUPJunkie Facebook page hereTo listen to Brendon's previous episodes listen here to his experience paddling BritainDetails of SUP Twelve is on the Above Water website hereConnect with Above Water and SUP Twelve on social media FacebookInstagramYou tubeKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/See you on the water! This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/Mentioned in this episode:This Season's Sponsor is StarboardThank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information Starboard

It's the third annual meeting of the SUPfm book (and film) club, co-hosted this year by World Champion April ZilgIn this episode Simon and April discuss recent releases or favourite books and films which will either help enhance your enjoyment of your paddle experience OR to use as a gift list for yourself or for others.You will support the podcast if you buy from the links below.In the episode we reviewedStand Up Paddleboarding in Great Britain - Jo Moseley Training for the Uphill Athlete - Steve House et alImproving Your Stand Up Paddleboarding - Andy Burrows and James Van DrunenCircumnavigate - The Story of the Long Paddle - Film by Will ReddawayWill's beautiful film of Brendon's incredible journey is currently on a National tour of adventure and local film festivals. Check out the trailer here Congratulations to Brendon and all competitors in Last Paddler Standing 2022April's book, The Athlete Agenda helps you to practically put together your individual and personalised approach to success, whatever your event and your aspirations.We also talked aboutThe Paddleboard Bible - Dave PriceAll In - Chris Bertish - Release due 2023We mentionedThe Obstacle is the Way - Ryan HolidayPeriodization of Strength Training for Sports – Tudor Bompa April also offers her coaching services, check out her website here: https://www.aprilzilg.com/Buy The Athlete Agenda here (AL)Connect with April on social media Instagram @aprilzilgInstagram @theathleteagenda Facebook @AprilZilgPaddlesYou tube https://youtube.com/c/aprilzilgKeep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast on Instagram: @supfmpodcast AND subscribe to our newsletter here and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP lifeBuild the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the waterOur comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need,...

This week in our final episode of the season we feature Bart, Wes and Whit from the SUP Vets, a not for profit organisation who provide SUP surf retreats for those veterans needing support or a new sense of purpose following their exit from the military I speak to this Top-Gun school graduate, Navy Seal and Ranger about their collaboration together and working with Sean Poynter (APP World Champ) Ian 'Kanga' Cairns surf legend and Daniel Hughes - professional SUP surfer and the benefits it brings to warriors trying to connect back to their lives outside the military and combat zone. Please note this episode contains upsetting topics and some 'industrial language' however is a life affirming initiative delivered with huge love and great benefits for their fellow service colleagues. Please support : https://thesupvets.org/ (The SUP Vets at their website here) Connect on social media https://www.instagram.com/thesupvets/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3_kYWCelRs&t=15s (You tube) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

This week in our 100th episode we're celebrating our landmark episode and featuring some of the many guests who've appeared in the show and who helped us achieve this number of episodes. Thank you for the voice messages from April Zilg, Brendon Prince, Jordan Wylie, Ben Longhurst and Maddi Le Blanc Excerpts featured, come from interviews with Chris Bertish, Professor Mike Tipton, Michael Booth, April Zilg, Wallace J Nichols, SUP Garbage Man and SUPJunkie - Sarah Thornley Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the knowledge to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets, Zennway ESEA Strap and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

The River Severn is the longest river in the UK and in this episode I speak to Craig and James from SUP Shropshire who recently descended the river over four days to raise money for two important charities Craig and James are both serving officers with the Fire and Rescue Service and as part of their roles respectively deliver rescue duties and water safety education alongside their SUP guiding and instructing To support the fundraising for their chosen charities https://seaful.org.uk/ (Seaful )and https://www.sara-rescue.org.uk/ (SARA) (Severn Area Rescue Association) https://www.justgiving.com/team/sup-shropshire (please go to their fundraising page here) http://www.supshropshire.com/ (SUP Shropshire website is here) Connect with SUP Shropshire on social media https://www.facebook.com/SUPShropshireAdventureGuiding (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/sup_shropshire/ (Instagram) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard) This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets, Zennway ESEA Strap and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/

Over several days in September 2022, London's Canary Wharf will be playing host to Britain's highest profile SUP event in years, the APP London SUP Open In this bonus episode Simon talks about the background to the event with CEO of the APP, Tristan Boxford and chats with rapidly rising British competitors https://www.instagram.com/hollypye/ (Holly Pye) and https://www.instagram.com/blueewer01/ (Blue Ewer), before rounding things off with an event overview from Ex-British National Champion Sarah Thornley of https://www.supjunkie.co.uk/ (SUPJunkie.uk) The APP London SUP Open is running between 16th and 18th September To find out more https://appworldtour.com/london-sup (check out the official site here) Connect with APP on social media https://twitter.com/theappworldtour (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/appworldtour/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/c/Watermanleague (You tube) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

This week we feature the king of endurance paddling, Bart De Zwart Bart's successes span multiple race wins for events like Yukon and 11 Cities alongside his exploration across Nepal, Zambia and Greenland as well as crossing Pacific Island chains and the North Sea. He was also a past 24 hour distance champion. In this interview we chat about his experiences and the specific training, mental approach and the preparation required to achieve some of his epic achievements. https://sup.star-board.com/team/dream-team/bart-de-zwart/ (Bart's Starboard page is here) Connect with Bart on social media https://www.facebook.com/bart.maui (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/bartdezwart/ (Instagram) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Mentioned in this episode: This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard) This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets, Zennway ESEA Strap and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/

This week I speak to Tanvi Jagadish, the original Indian Surfer Girl, who is changing attitudes and expectations about girls spending time in the water across India, and in the process providing inspiration across the world Multiple national champion and Ted speaker Tanvi, started with a love of the water which was stoked by her Grandfather and the Surfing Swami (US surfer, Jack Hebner) and became the first SUP athlete to represent India on the international stage. This is the guest who April Zilg calls 'a real inspiration'. Sample Tanvi's experience at the ISA Worlds in Fijihttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_PjL3bWMhw ( HERE) https://www.kadalsurfschool.com/ (Tanvi's SUP school website is here) Connect with Tanvi on social media https://www.facebook.com/tanvisurfer (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/indiansurfergirl/ (Instagram) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! This season is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

Casper Steinfath is the Danish paddler who has brought Viking resilience , into his racing, his adventures and his crossings With 6 world titles and 2 successes in the legendary and intimidating Red Bull Heavy Water , Casper has been there from the start, flying the flag as the most successful European racer on the world circuit. In part two of this two part interview, we talk about how how he has extended his ability to 'thrive in chaos' by completing expeditions and challenges that have proved less than straightforward. He shares what he has learned by failing and how this has made such a difference to the way he confronts any challenge. Casper's website https://www.caspersteinfath.com/ (is here ) Connect with Casper on social media https://www.facebook.com/Caspersteinfath/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/cj_steinfath/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuMYhHymU_xq80BQg-xV5w (You tube ) Watch his https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/skagerrak-film (documentary Skagerrak for free here) Rent or Buy his documentary: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/standingonwaterfilm (Standing on Water on Vimeo Here) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard) This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets, Zennway ESEA Strap and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/

Casper Steinfath is the Danish paddler who has brought the Viking resilience he forged in the waters of Cold Hawaii, into the international racing scene With 6 world titles and 2 successes in the legendary and intimidating Red Bull Heavy Water , Casper has been there from the start, flying the flag as the most successful European racer on the world circuit. In part one of a two part interview, we talk about how he built his water skills and go deep into his racing career including his first race and his successes at those iconic Red Bull events. Casper's website https://www.caspersteinfath.com/ (is here ) Connect with Casper on social media https://www.facebook.com/Caspersteinfath/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/cj_steinfath/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuMYhHymU_xq80BQg-xV5w (You tube ) Rent or Buy his documentary: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/standingonwaterfilm (Standing on Water on Vimeo Here) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

This week we're joined by Jo Moseley, film-maker, speaker and now the author of her first book, Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain This book was a true collaborative project, with many of the UK paddleboard tribe involved in its creation, either introducing Jo to their favourite places, or offering their expertise, knowledge or support. If you haven't caught Jo's first episode you can https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/brave-enough (listen here) In this episode we're also joined by 'mystery guest' Caz Dawson who's also been a guest on the show and guided Jo in some of her North Wales adventures. https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/adventures-in-north-wales-caz-dawson (Listen to Caz's episode here) We also mentioned Caz's incredible catered foodie experiences on the river, as seen in https://www.instagram.com/p/CengIfuI6lw/ (this beautiful Instagram post) from https://www.instagram.com/sup_lass/ (@sup_lass) BUY Jo's Book 'https://amzn.to/3bvNUgq (Stand-up Paddleboarding in Great Britain) (AL) WATCH Jo's Film https://vimeo.com/ondemand/braveenough ('Brave Enough' on Vimeo) Connect with Jo on social media https://www.facebook.com/joanna.moseley.77 (Facebook) https://twitter.com/healthyhappy50 (Twitter ) https://www.instagram.com/thejoyofsuppodcast_/ (Instagram) https://www.jomoseley.com/ (Jo's Website here) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: Episode Supported by Zennway's ESEA Carry Strap and WhaSUP Board Bags If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. They produce standard day bags, to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/ This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard)

I chat with author Dr Wallace 'J' Nichols ('J' to his friends), who wrote the international best selling book 'Blue Mind'. The book re-defines how we see water, by connecting all the benefits and the science for a life changing substance whose value to many of us has been hidden in plain sight. It also explains why SUP has become so popular recently! 23rd July is 'World Blue Mind Day' and you can take part in it, by bringing someone who needs it, to your water and sharing the story with #bluemind Buy J's book https://amzn.to/3IGJqjE (Blue Mind here) (AL) Find out more about J's new book, https://amzn.to/3OhfRq2 (Dear Wild Child here) (AL) https://www.wallacejnichols.org/ (J's website is here ) Connect and follow J on... https://www.facebook.com/wallacejnichols (Facebook here) https://www.instagram.com/wallacejnichols/ (Instagram here) https://twitter.com/wallacejnichols (Twitter here) J mentioned our previous guest on this podcast, Lizzi Larbalestier Lhttps://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/blue-health (isten to her episode here )and https://goingcoastal.blue/ (visit her website here) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Note: Please support SUPfm by using our links, many of which are affiliate links and which help us to continue running the show! Mentioned in this episode: This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard) This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to get back on the board, and when you're paddling it makes the buoyancy aid follow your paddle movement smoothly. Baltic are a Swedish based company, with the Swedish safety mindset, and they manufacture in Europe and sell across the world. To check out the SUP specific, SUP Pro and SUP Elite then follow this link and find out your country specific stockist : https://baltic.se/en/produkter/flytvastar/aktivitet/flytvastar-for-sup/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. WhaSUP have developed an extensive range of protective board bags, from standard day bags to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/

This week we feature David Haze, the Nomadic Paddler. David, through his own actions ended up serving time for crimes he was fully responsible for. Having experienced the lows of prison he emerged with a determination to turn his life around and to show that having a conviction is no barrier to becoming a useful member of society. Since coming out of prison David has been on a mission to help other ex-offenders see the value in sport and rehabilitation and to show the public that change is possible and with a second chance anyone can turn their lives around David has broken 7 paddleboard world records and has set his sights first on an environmental journey round the Isle of Wight, before taking on Europe in his Untamed Beasts challenge. https://allianceofsport.org/ (Alliance of Sport )is one of the main charities David raises money for One book we found had made such a powerful impression on us both and which we discussed in this episode is You Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins https://amzn.to/3OS6DS5 (available here) (AL) You can visit the https://www.nomadicpaddler.co.uk/ (Nomadic Paddler website here ) Connect with David on social media https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070559673286 (Facebook) https://twitter.com/nomadicpaddler (Twitter) https://www.instagram.com/nomadicpaddler/ (Instagram) Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Mentioned in this episode: This Season's Sponsor is Starboard Thank you to Starboard for their continued sponsorship of this podcast. Follow the link for innovative products, advice and information https://www.supfmpodcast.com/starboard (Starboard) Episode Supported by Zennway's ESEA Carry Strap and WhaSUP Board Bags If you've ever struggled to carry your board to the water then check out the ESEA strap by UK innovators Zennway It combines a SUP specific, carry strap with a robust ‘no snag' SUP Leash… giving you a practical 2 in 1 solution, also available as a quick release belt option. Made with resilient marine grade materials for long term use in the most challenging environments, you can make your SUP experience ESEA by following the link here: https://zennway.com/ WhaSUP produce reasonably priced, high quality custom bags for all styles and sizes of boards and paddles and for all watersports. They produce standard day bags, to full on travel bags, and supply to individuals and teams, recreational riders and professionals all across the globe. Check out their range here: https://whasup.co.uk/

This week we kick off Season 5 with US racer April Zilg. April has competed at the highest level for a number of years, winning some of the world's biggest races and became APP world vice champion in 2019 This season, the in-form April has won the 2022 Carolina Cup and the first APP event of the season in Santa Monica, winning clean sweeps across technical and distance! In this episode we discuss her sporting and coaching background, before getting to how her scientific approach has changed her agenda as an athlete, and has led to her step-up in form. April's new book, https://amzn.to/3OSbkeQ (The Athlete Agenda) coaches you to assemble your individual and personalised approach to achieving success, whatever your event and your aspirations. April also offers her coaching services, check out her website here: https://www.aprilzilg.com/ (https://www.aprilzilg.com/) https://amzn.to/3OTRMpZ (Buy The Athlete Agenda here) (AL) Connect with April on social media Instagram https://www.instagram.com/aprilzilg/ (@aprilzilg) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theathleteagenda/ (@theathleteagenda) Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AprilZilgPaddles/ (@AprilZilgPaddles) You tube https://youtube.com/c/aprilzilg (https://youtube.com/c/aprilzilg) Links to What We Talked About April's favourite podcast is one of mine too, https://hubermanlab.com/ (The Huberman Lab) a load of interesting physiology information to benefit your training and health education. https://amzn.to/3ReEu9B (The Big Book of Endurance Training and Racing) by Phillip Maffetone is one of the important approaches that April has taken from to shape her coaching and training. Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Build the lifetime knowledge you need to keep safe on the water Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and ALL FOR LESS than the price of an hours on-water tuition (£37) It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! This Season is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ If you're new to the sport then we've got you covered, with episodes on some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe. We have experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects: How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package We've grouped these (and other beginner episodes) together in this list so to get a head-start here: Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) Please support the show by using our links, if you're buying any of the products we talk about! Mentioned in this episode: This episode is sponsored by Baltic LifeJackets and Whasup Baltic's innovation team have you covered with their specialist PFDs designed for SUP. The SUP Pro and SUP Elite give you maximum mobility on the board and in the water. The thin, compact and flexible buoyancy material on the front of the PFDs, makes it easier to...

A short but important episode pulled together collaboratively with Alan from SUP North and John McFadzean from SUP the World (a two time guest on this podcast) This features a paddle initiative to connect with the SUP tribe and to all listeners of this podcast wherever you are in the world. PLEASE SHARE with your paddle buddies! We feature Alan and some quotes from Andriy Anisimov (AKA Andriy Liuty-Liutenko) who is the chairman of the UFSS, the leading SUP organisation in Ukraine. Please post your events with #paddleforpeace and #standupforukraine Events posted so far: UK and Ireland https://www.facebook.com/events/641301697099385/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D (Paddle for Peace SUP North (Southport)) https://www.facebook.com/events/716465009761271/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D (Paddle for Peace London ) https://www.facebook.com/events/274024581403234/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D (Paddle for Peace Dublin) https://www.facebook.com/events/654338852491475/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D (Paddle For Peace Wirral) https://www.facebook.com/goodlifepaddleco/photos/1911826855685722 (Paddle For Peace Teddington) You can make contributions in a number of places including: UK www.withukraine.org USA https://www.npr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-help (Charities Here) Visit the UFSS here: https://ufss.org.ua/ (https://ufss.org.ua/) Slavia Ukraini!

This episode is the official annual meeting of the SUPfm book club, looking at some of the ways you can connect with the water, read about inspirational paddlers and gain information so you can live your best SUP life in 2022 In this episode I chat with Sarah Thornely (SUPJunkie) about books and a film and we catch up from a Chilean airport with Jordan Wylie. The Book and Film List The Power of the Paddle by Jordan Wylie https://www.bitebackpublishing.com/books/the-power-of-the-paddle (Buy from the publishers here) or https://www.amazon.co.uk/Power-Paddle-mission-inspire-adventure/dp/1785907255/ref=sr_1_1?crid=EZCQOGZIIW3&keywords=jordan+wylie&qid=1637496401&sprefix=jordan+wylie%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-1#customerReviews (from Amazon) Wild Waters by Suzanne Masters Available from the https://susannemasters.com/books/ (author's website here) or https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wild-Waters-wildlife-companion-aquatic-ebook/dp/B09HRL1RVV (from Amazon) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Diaries-Unbalanced-Paddleboarder-Crash-RISE/dp/1636844472/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= (Crash and Rise by Mike Shoreman) https://www.naturalnavigator.com/books-and-library/ (The Secret World of Weather and How to Read Water) - both by Tristan Gooley https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stoked-Chris-Bertish/dp/1770227644/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1B0TPRY16IYB4&keywords=chris+bertish&qid=1640043836&sprefix=chris+bertish%2Caps%2C67&sr=8-1 (Stoked by Chris Bertish) FILM: Brave Enough by Frit Tam and Jo Moseley https://vimeo.com/ondemand/braveenough/502656424 (NOW available from Vimeo here) Check out https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/the-supfm-book-club/ (The First SUPfm Book Club )Episode here We've spoken to many of these contributors on the show and if you want to hear more of their stories here are their episodes https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/supjunkie (Sarah 'SUPJunkie' Thornely) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/the-great-british-paddle-jordan-wylie (Jordan Wylie - The Power of the Paddle) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/brave-enough (Jo Moseley - Brave Enough) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/how-to-read-water-with-ted-speaker-and-ny-times-bestselling-author-tristan-gooley (Tristan Gooley - The Natural Navigator) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/the-unbalanced-paddleboarder-mike-shoreman (Mike Shoreman - The Unbalanced Paddleboarder) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/bertish (Chris Bertish - Stoked and Last Known Coordinates) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

No better way to sign off this season, than with a genuine legend and the bona fide queen of the sport, Candice Appleby. A true SUP, surf and SUP surf icon. Candice has been described by ESPN, the US sports broadcaster, as being a combination of Venus Williams and a whole bunch of other superlative US female sports stars, all rolled up into one package. Candice was there on Waikiki beach when SUP was starting, and was an early racer and she's delivered a staggering amount of wins across distance, technical and surfing over a huge number of years. In this interview we talk about her origins, her cross-sport and event training and what coaching advice she'd give to a novice Candice...if she were starting again now. Candice loves coaching and YOU can also be coached by the legend of SUP racing, through her https://www.oceanacademyusa.com/ (Ocean Academy here) Mentioned in the Episode We talk about Candice's dominating performance and sprint finish to win at the Pacific Paddle Games 2015...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bbq60LTdEfY&t=7892s (watch here for the video) and skip to 2:10:40 for the box-office finale. Check out the video of the Battle of the Paddle 2014 at Salt Creek and thishttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpdWwPqwau4 ( 'Carnage Compilation') reel Candice's website is here : https://www.candiceappleby.com/ (candiceappleby.com) Connect with Candice on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/oceanacademyusa (@oceanacademyusa) https://www.facebook.com/candiceappleby32 (@candiceappleby) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/oceanacademyusa/ (@oceanacademyusa) https://www.instagram.com/applesteeze/ (@applesteeze) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm: on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) AND subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life STOP PRESS - Until midnight Tuesday 30th November - Get this course at HALF PRICE Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need, to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition £37 £18.50 It's available at www.supfmpodcast.com/course Use the CODE: BF50 to get your 50% off See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we're delighted to to be talking to Jo Moseley someone who perhaps doesn't need any introduction, particularly in the UK If you haven't heard of Jo she's one of the biggest ambassadors for the sport in the UK and also a prolific creator and has spoken hundreds of times about her love for paddle-boarding and how it helped to build her mental and physical health following some personal life events. She's also a filmmaker, podcaster and 'soon to be' author, and we cover all these areas in this fascinating chat. Jo's podcast 'The Joy of SUP' has a 25 episode back catalogue with conversations with a number of inspirational women, and is available on Apple and all other podcast providers Find it on Facebook at : https://www.facebook.com/thejoyofsuppodcast (https://www.facebook.com/thejoyofsuppodcast) Jo's film, Brave Enough is currently appearing in Adventure Film Festivals nationwide. Trailer is here: https://vimeo.com/502656424 (https://vimeo.com/502656424) Produced and filmed by https://www.facebook.com/passionfruitpicturesstudio (Passionfruit Pictures) Connect with Jo Jo's Website : https://www.jomoseley.com/ (https://www.jomoseley.com/) Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/joanna.moseley.77 (https://www.facebook.com/joanna.moseley.77) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/healthyhappy50/ (https://www.instagram.com/healthyhappy50/) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) Subscribe to our newsletter https://supfm-podcast.aweb.page/p/e41b5a80-42e1-4f27-87db-e0b7486c5ef6 (here) and get your FREE guide to the apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP Safety Course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we speak with Lizzi Larbalestier, enviromentalist and coach, as we harvest her knowledge and her experience of protecting sea mammals and the ocean, alongside her role as an executive coach, using the ocean as a means to improve performance and mental health. **Apologies for the sound quality in some sections of this episode** In this episode we talk about the increasing number of encounters between ocean wildlife and ourselves and how we can behave responsibly to reduce and eliminate the serious harm we can do to these beautiful animals. We also talk about blue health and how the ocean and her daily connection with water has allowed her to inspire leaders to change and tap into their own blue minds. Lizzi's website is is here: https://goingcoastal.blue/ (https://goingcoastal.blue/) Lizzi is raising money to support the rescue of sea mammals and the seal hospital in Cornwall Please make a donation here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lizzi-l (https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lizzi-l) Lizzi Volunteers for British Divers Marine Life Rescue: https://bdmlr.org.uk/ (https://bdmlr.org.uk/) Surfers against Sewage : https://www.sas.org.uk/ (https://www.sas.org.uk/) Connect with Lizzi on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GoingCoastalBlueTwitter (https://www.facebook.com/GoingCoastalBlue) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Lizzi_L/ (https://www.instagram.com/Lizzi_L/) In the Episode Wally the walrus attracted interest from across the globe, here's the take from https://www.npr.org/2021/07/04/1012978290/englands-beloved-wally-the-walrus-seen-far-from-home (NPR ) The Story of Stuff is a short documentary, check out the organisation and film https://www.storyofstuff.org/ (here) Watch the powerful documentary http://www.resurfacethemovie.com/ (Resurface) available on Netflix Lizzi talks about Force Blue : https://forceblueteam.org/ (https://forceblueteam.org/ ) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. https://sup.star-board.com/ (Visit Starboard here) Keep up with SUPfm and subscribe to our newsletter https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we speak to Charlie Jones...by day she's a physiotherapist working for the UK's National Health Service, specialising in muscular-skeletal rehabilitation... and in her spare time she is 'SUP Physio' providing rehab...fitness...and the occasional post-workout cocktail to her clients in the spectacular coastal county of Dorset. In this episode we carry out a head to toe analysis of the SUP benefits for the body, with recommendations for warming up and how to deal with that annoying crampy foot pain. We also discuss common SUP injuries and how to prevent them. Check out the SUP Physio website here: https://www.thesupphysio.co.uk/ (https://www.thesupphysio.co.uk/) Connect with Charlie on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_sup_physio/ (@the_sup_physio) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSupPhysio (@thesupphysio) Mentioned in the Episode Charlie referred to the work carried out by a study team from Bond University, Queensland, Australia into the physical benefits of SUP Link to the study here: https://bmcsportsscimedrehabil.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13102-016-0057-6 (https://bmcsportsscimedrehabil.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13102-016-0057-6) Simon's article on SUP Mag UK about the benefits to the mind of SUP: https://standuppaddlemag.co.uk/mind-body-and-soul/ (https://standuppaddlemag.co.uk/mind-body-and-soul/) Our University of Portsmouth Episode discussing the physical implications of lockdowns on SUP https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/sup-science (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/sup-science ) Professor Mike Tipton's episode, examining the physical effects and benefits of cold water on the body for winter paddlers: www.supfmpodcast.com/coldwater This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we feature Reta Boychuk, Canada's first ever female River SUP Instructor who has been 'sending it' through her instructor cooperative and delivering white-water stoke across Western Canada...Colorado and internationally. Reta doesn't do half measures and in this episode, we talk about her life as a river devotee, as a Badfish athlete and about female domination of white-water SUP Check out CANRVRSUP Website here: https://www.canrvrsup.ca/#/ (https://www.canrvrsup.ca/#/) Connect with CANRVRSUP on social media https://www.facebook.com/canrvrsup (Facebook): https://www.facebook.com/canrvrsup (https://www.facebook.com/canrvrsup) https://www.instagram.com/canrvrsup/ (Instagram) https://www.instagram.com/canrvrsup (https://www.instagram.com/canrvrsup) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB2Q5XajAkHYui1cKMflRaQ (You tube) Reta can also be found on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/reta.sends/ (https://www.instagram.com/reta.sends/) Reta is supported by Badfish SUP, Kokatat.com and Predator Helmets Check out the https://devilsheadcoffee.ca/product/canrvrsup-full-send/ (CANRVRSUP full send blend )from Devils Head Coffee For more on Whitewater SUP Check out Episode 48 with British Paddler Emma Love and Episode 22 Descending the Zambezi This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ (https://supfm.thinkific.com/) See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we feature Dave Knight from @SUP3six5 who is nearing the end of his challenge to paddle daily for 365 days straight, to inspire others to connect with nature and water and boost their mental health. If you want to get a real taste of his exploits then the best place is on Instagram where you can check out his posts and his entertaining story highlights which have been built up lovingly over the last 350+ days. Check it out on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/sup3six5/ In this episode he shares his rebooting strategy and his 'quiver' of methods for managing his own mental health, with the core of this approach being time in, on and under the water. Completing this project has needed a huge combination of grit, motivation and organisation and a 'day at a time' approach. Throughout this year he's had the support of his partner Mia, his friends and family and also organisations including O'Shea, O'Neill and Henri Lloyd. Special mentions for his paddle buddy Tim Woodhead, and his frequent wingman Jude...and not forgetting Bow. Support the mental health work of the charity Mind by donating to Dave's fundraising page at https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/sup3six5 He's due for a BIG finish on Saturday 30th October At Wildshore Delamere https://www.wildshoredelamere.co.uk/ near Chester, finishing with a night paddle so give him a huge cheer as he crosses the line! Episode Name checks Previous guests mentioned in this episode, include Samantha Rutt, Brendon Prince and Professor Mike Tipton This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

In this week's interview we feature Ben Longhurst, the Technical Director of the innovative UK organisation, The Water Skills Academy (WSA). Water Skills Academy cover a number of bases … they run expeditions and SUP holidays across the world, they run SUP industry events and in person events to inspire and keep paddlers informed and they were particularly active during the initial UK lockdowns with webinars...which certainly kept morale up when we couldn't get onto the water WSA's core mission is to offer courses to build skills and certify instructors for adventure guiding, surfing, lifesaving and a number of other specialisms. The topic of instructors isn't something which we've covered before on the podcast, and while there are some clear benefits to getting coached, whatever your level, there are also real benefits to becoming an instructor, because it's fun particularly introducing people into the sport. Ben is an experienced adventurer in his own right and we also talk about his experience descending the worlds deepest gorge in Nepal and the west coast of Scotland In the episode we also talk about: Sian Sykes' SUPfm Episode which is here: https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/circumnavigating-wales-by-sup-and-other-adventures WSA's Lockdown Webinars here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7USWXLNQdYDnBXJZ-AkTlbFn8R6kKsp_ (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7USWXLNQdYDnBXJZ-AkTlbFn8R6kKsp_) Check out the video of Ben's spectacular expedition in Nepal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eH4Ts3XTnZg Visit the WSA Website here : https://www.waterskillsacademy.com/ Connect with WSA on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/waterskillsacademy Instagram https://www.instagram.com/waterskillsacademy/ This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: @SUPfmPodcast  Instagram: @supfmpodcast or subscribe to our newsletter and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to live your best SUP life (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://supfm.thinkific.com/ See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week Brendon Prince makes a triumphant return to the show after his epic 4000km circumnavigation around mainland Britain, which has been covered by international and British news media. Brendon has broken a number of world records in the process and encountered the best and the worst of what the British coastline has to offer, and in this episode he talks about the experiences which shaped his trip including his 'interesting' encounter with Orcas. The purpose of his trip was to raise money to develop an app to engage school children and the public to teach water safety and ultimately reduce the number of drownings in the UK. For a coastal nation we are generally uneducated about water and the sea, and this app communicates the message to children (and adults) effectively through games, stories and interaction, which is a highly effective method. To check out our previous episode with Brendon https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/the-long-paddle-2021-with-brendon-prince (please click here) To contribute to the app please give here: https://thelongpaddle.co.uk/sponsorship/ The Long Paddle Website is here : https://thelongpaddle.co.uk/ Connect on social media Instagram : @thelongpaddle2021 Facebook : @thelongpaddle2021 Twitter : @thelongpaddle You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJatVfJi_TTGOE2JbzujzHw This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we feature the incredible Niek Van Der Linde, who is the four-time winner of the classic (and gritty) Non-Stop 11 Cities Race. This year he added to his win by simultaneously breaking the world 24 hour SUP record on a regulation board rather than the usual 'unlimited' version used for these record attempts. In this episode we talk about the classic 11 Cities Race, his experiences, his training and get the inside track on paddling in the Netherlands. Check out the video of his successful world record attempt here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCND6wkpWS_D9A9iuLBOQngQ Nick's website is here: http://www.leersup.nl/ (www.leersup.nl) Nick is a Fanatic team rider https://www.fanatic.com/sup Gear supplied by https://www.ion-products.com/ Paddle from https://blackprojectsup.com/ Find out about the 11 Cities Race here: https://www.sup11citytour.com/ Connect on social media Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/leersupnl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leersup/ You tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCND6wkpWS_D9A9iuLBOQngQ This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we feature Irish waterman Dave Ludgate, as we sit down for a relaxed chat about paddling across Ireland and his beautiful waters of Cork. Dave is also known as Subowti for reasons we uncover in the episode, and has a deep love of SUP surfing and for the environment and spends time paddling the River Lee picking up the varied objects that get dumped. He's happiest when he's in the water and saddest when it gets polluted. In this episode I set Dave the added objective of converting the County Cork Olympic O'Donovan brothers to SUP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DbRFapxCgFs Dave is a FatStick Team Rider - https://fatstickboards.com/ (https://fatstickboards.com/) Dave is a North Coast Wetsuits Ambassador - https://www.northcoastwetsuits.co.uk/ (https://www.northcoastwetsuits.co.uk/) Clean Coasts - https://cleancoasts.org/ (https://cleancoasts.org/) Connect with Dave on social media Facebook http://www.subowti.ie/ (@)subowti Twitter http://www.subowti.ie/ (@)subowti Instagram http://www.subowti.ie/ (@)subowti This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we're proud to feature Speaker, Author, Filmmaker, Conservationist and Ocean Pioneer, Chris Bertish. Chris has scored a number of incredible achievements, including his legendary victory at Mavericks, the big wave Californian surf break. In this interview we talk about his record-breaking 2016 crossing of the Atlantic by SUP which is captured in his newly released documentary 'Last Known Coordinates'. We were able to grab some time with Chris, speaking to him from his family beach house in South Africa. Despite the odd loss of signal, we managed to capture a fascinating interview which showcased his uncompromising attitude and methodical approach, which has propelled Chris to so many epic achievements. We talk about how to push your comfort zone and adaptability, being comfortable with change and not just surviving but thriving despite managing difficult and changing environments. While we don't personally expect to be paddling the Atlantic anytime soon, we hope that this interview will give you the everyday inspiration to keep going, embrace spending time outside your comfort zone and really go all in for your passion, whatever it is. Chris's next challenge is to wing-foil the Pacific in 2022 in his Transpac https://chrisbertish.com/project/transpac-wing/ (project) making the first carbon neutral crossing from California to Hawaii and crossing 2750 miles of open ocean. Chris Bertish Links Instagram - www.instagram.com/chrisbertish Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/OfficialChrisBertish Web - www.chrisbertish.com Impossible Sessions - www.instagram.com/impossiblesessions Links for the Film Watch on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/lastknowncoordinates Watch on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/last-known-coordinates/id1573469875 Website : www.lastknowncoordinates.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm Instagram: www.instagram.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm  Twitter: www.twitter.com/LKCfilm Chris Bertish Foundation Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ChrisBertishFoundation Instagram - www.instagram.com/chrisbertishfoundation This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ You can keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

In this week's value-added-episode, we've got two interviews for you, as we feature Veronique Musumeci talking about Belgium as a stand up paddle destination, and Chris MacDonald who tells us about his epic SUP journey covering the 55 miles of sea between Mallorca and Ibiza, two of the Balearic Islands. Veronique appears across the media in Belgium talking about SUP, and runs the website SUP and See: https://supandsee.sharetribe.com/ Her website has contributors and locations from across the world, but really worth bookmarking if you're planning a trip to paddle in Europe anytime soon. Follow SUP and See on Facebook and Instagram: @supandsee Veronique is an ambassador for Decathlon (ITIWIT) Chris is sponsored by loco surfing and is coached by Michael Booth at https://www.michael-booth.com.au/booth-training/ Chris's website is at http://chrismacadventures.com/ (chrismacadventures.com)  You can follow Chris on Instagram @chrismacdonald1998 and contribute to his fundraising at https://www.globalgiving.org/fundraisers/sup50miles/ Chris is an ambassador for @altoperu (Instagram) This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we speak to Los Angeles based writer, director and producer Joe Piscatella, one of the filmmakers behind the landmark documentary about Chris Bertish's audacious attempt to cross the Atlantic Ocean on a stand-up paddleboard. 'Last Known Coordinates' captures the story behind the successful completion of this staggering achievement including the storms, shark encounters, equipment failures and leaks that Chris experienced during his three months on the water. Joe talks about how he got involved with the film and his collaboration to craft over 100 hours of video footage into a compulsive account of a challenge which they said was I'mpossible. Watch it on Vimeo : https://vimeo.com/ondemand/lastknowncoordinates Watch it on iTunes : https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/last-known-coordinates/id1573469875 Their website is is here: https://lastknowncoordinates.com/ Connect on social media Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm Twitter https://twitter.com/LKCfilm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lastknowncoordinatesfilm/ You tube trailer : https://youtu.be/PCXpWmaUQEc Find out more about the incredible Chris Bertish here : https://chrisbertish.com/ @ChrisBertish This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

In this week's episode we feature journalist Lucy Donoughue from Happiful Magazine. Lucy wrote a beautiful love letter to SUP in her article https://happiful.com/falling-isnt-failing-how-i-found-wellness-on-the-water/ (Falling Isn't Failing) which revealed how SUP has eased some personal challenges including obsessive compulsive disorder, body self image and early menopause. In this episode we freewheel across a number of topics recognisable to anyone who's fallen for the sport whatever your experience level and Lucy explains how as a recent beginner it's about the learning experience, not being afraid to give things a try and to embrace the fact that falling isn't failing. Don't forget to check out Happiful's Podcast, 'I am. I have' hosted by Lucy here: https://anchor.fm/iamihave Lucy has been instructed by Rachel from @SUP4Coach over at https://sup4.co.uk/ In the episode we discussed Lizzie Carr and her incredible Plastic Patrol organisation and if you want to have a listen to the episode it's here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/episode/lizzie-carr-adventurer-and-activist Happiful Magazine is a publication devoted to sharing stories about mental health and challenging mental health stigma and has a counselling directory to provide support. Happiful website is here: www.happiful.com Connect with Happiful and Lucy on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/happifulhq (@happifulhq) Twitter @happifulhq Lucy is also on Twitter @LucyDonoughue Instagram @happiful_magazine Lucy is also on Instagram here: @lucyviews Happiful is on You tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdr96fVrN1grd5lAQKjtpSw/featured This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life You can support us over at https://www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com We've put together some packs for our new listeners, so if you're a beginner check out this SUP 101 Pack to get you started https://player.captivate.fm/collection/d6b11808-dd40-48d5-b145-75fd4def3f93%20101 (https://player.captivate.fm/collection/d6b11808-dd40-48d5-b145-75fd4def3f93) See you on the water! IrNG48cCqLOpJoUWpSl1 Support this podcast

This week we feature Aussie Michael Booth, who is a four time World Champion and successful coach, entrepreneur and podcaster In this episode we chat about his racing and his unbelievable success, despite coming to the sport relatively late. We talk about his love of coaching and in the episode he explains the most common mistakes most new paddlers make, and breaks down how to deliver an awesome buoy turn. Michael 'loves being a beginner' and has turned his skills towards exploring and learning new skills including the Boothcast, a podcast featuring business personalities and successful watermen and women from across the world. He is also building both a fashion business and his new house. You can visit Michael and find out about his coaching services at his website here: https://www.michael-booth.com.au/ In the episode we talk about the epic race where he won the ICF World title in China in 2019 You can watch the race in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y31IYrkxqFY Connect with Michael on social media Facebook @mgbooth Instagram @_michaelbooth https://www.instagram.com/boothtraining/ (@boothtraining)  https://www.instagram.com/desirsdevoyage/ (@desirsdevoyage) Check out Michael's Boothcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or here: https://www.michael-booth.com.au/boothcast/ Chris Voss wrote the book 'Never Split the Difference' and Michael and myself have drawn inspiration and a lot of great quotes from it. This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week we're chatting with Sarah Thornely of SUPJunkie. Sarah is a confirmed SUP Junkie and having discovered the sport late, threw herself into it, first by winning the British Women's Championship in 2017 at the age of 58 (NB - Not the age category championship) and then by providing streaming commentary and athlete interviews for UK, APP and International events as well as writing for SUP journals and Magazines (all without any previous media experience). Sarah encapsulates the 'Aloha Spirit' within the sport, with her support for those supporting others and for the GB Racing Series and brings her incredible and infectious enthusiasm to this interview. We hope you enjoy this episode The SUPJunkie website is is here ; https://www.supjunkie.co.uk/ Connect with Sarah on social media Facebook @supjunkie.uk Instagram @supjunkie.uk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeU7UytdXUzZV_CTOFl7z_g This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard. Starboard has a long history in board design, with Svein Rasmussen entering the windsurfing market with innovative designs back in 1994, building the brand to become market leader within a decade. The brand was quick to recognise the huge potential of stand up paddling and while maintaining careful consideration for their environmental impact, have continuously strived to produce the best boards and paddles for all abilities. Visit Starboard at https://sup.star-board.com/ If you're new to the sport then we've got you covered, with episodes on some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe. We have experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects: How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package We've grouped these (and other beginner episodes) together in this list so to get a head-start here: Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Support us on Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need. This week we're featuring Ian Berger from the Hudson Valley H2O a non profit organisation - Visit them here http://www.hvh2o.org/ If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm (leave us a message here) with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;) You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it! We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right. Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season! See you on the water! Support this podcast

In any sport there are leaders, who strive for improvement and those who follow in their wake. In this episode Norwegian Olympic windsurfer and Starboard founder Svein Rasmussen talks to Simon about his waterman journey and about developing products for both new paddlers and world champions. When it was first founded, Starboard was an upstart company in a world of large well-established windsurf brands. But like many successfully disruptive brands, what made it stand out was it's continuous innovation, which it has continued to this day, developing beyond windsurf and becoming the most recognisable and world leading SUP brand. This episode is brought to you in association with Starboard and you can https://sup.star-board.com/ (check out their site here) We appreciate their support for this podcast. Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ and get your free guide to the apps we recommend to get your best SUP life If you've spent out on a new board for the first time this season, then invest in your knowledge and safety with our popular and comprehensive online SUP safety course, which gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water, and all for less than the price of an hours water tuition (£37) . It's available here In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need. If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm (leave us a message here) with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with either a tip, a message about where you love to paddle or even a nice word about the podcast ;) You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it! We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right. Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season! Support this podcast

This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new paddlers covered, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe. We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) In this episode we introduce you to some of the key skills you need as a SUp'r on the water and as a reminder it's always worth developing your skills with an instructor as they can give you feedback and advice in a way that YouTube simply can't Vikki Weston from Sydney Australia makes her second appearance on the show and has made it her mission through her organisation, 'She SUPs' to help support and provide knowledge for women to get on the water and start having their own adventure. Vikki has also founded her own community of female paddlers and to find out more then head on over to https://www.shesups.com.au/ (https://www.shesups.com.au/) or https://www.shesupscommunity.com/ (https://www.shesupscommunity.com/) If you love Instagram then you'll have already discovered Vikki's excellent stories and reels and if not, then go check them out at @shesups_ In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need. In this episode we feature Kylie from the Sunshine Coast in Australia at https://paddledays.com/ (https://paddledays.com/) If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm (leave us a message here) with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;) You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it! We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right. Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season! Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at https://my.captivate.fm/www.supfm.thinkific.com (www.supfm.thinkific.com) See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new paddlers covered, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe. We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) In this episode we introduce you to some of the key elements of SUP safety as discussed with some of our past guests on the show. Safety is something that you can never know enough about, but it doesn't have to be dull. Learning about your local conditions and how to prepare yourself can be one of the most enjoyable parts of connecting with the water. As we mention , this is just a taster and we hope that this inspires you to find out more about safety through listening to the episodes in full, taking a course with an instructor or taking our Online SUP Safety Course at www.supfm.thinkific.com If you haven't yet listened to our beginners week iSUP episode then we also talk in more detail about safety and the effect of the wind. In this episode we feature an excerpt from an interview with Nick Ayres from the charity RNLI who talks about rescues and some core moves to keep yourself safe. Find out more about the RNLI and contribute to their lifesaving work here: https://rnli.org/ (https://rnli.org/) RNLI's SUP Safety page is here https://rnli.org/safety/choose-your-activity/stand-up-paddle-boarding Safetrx is the application Nick refers to in the interview and there are variations of this application across the world, not just in the UK Next we've got Reuben and Will from SUP Boarder: https://supboardermag.com/ (https://supboardermag.com/) talking about planning, which is an essential skill whenever you go out on the water. Our most downloaded episode of all time, features Professor Mike Tipton and we add an excerpt from our fascinating interview with him, about preparing yourself for paddling in cold water, which can still be a risk during the summer months. David Walker from Paddlelogger also makes an appearance on this episode, taken from an interview last year where we discussed his continued focus on adding safety features to his innovative app: https://paddlelogger.com/ (https://paddlelogger.com/) In Season 4 of the podcast we're giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need. If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm (leave us a message here) with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;) You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it! We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound right. Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season! Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get your best SUP life Our comprehensive online SUP safety course gives you the knowledge you need to keep safe on the water and all for less than the price of an hours on water tuition (£37) . It's available here at www.supfm.thinkific.com See you on the water! Support this podcast

This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new SUP tribe members covered, with four episodes covering some of the key questions and challenges facing new paddlers wherever you are. We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) Today is day two of this week's releases and this episode features Ian Phillips, a waterman whose considerable practical experience across watersports has led to a number of huge achievements and today we're tapping his knowledge on a key evergreen topic for people wanting to join the sport. Check out Ian's excellent source article on How to select your SUP, originally written for his Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/standuppaddleboardukandireland (Standup Paddleboard UK and Ireland) right at the very bottom of these show-notes. Even if you don't listen to the episode, please make sure you read it, you won't regret it! In this episode we talk about Ian's waterman background and his paddle from Scilly to the UK mainland before riffing through his article giving you a great lead through the main features and pitfalls of choosing your first SUP. To learn or to buy a board/equipment with Ian then please visit his site here https://www.surfs-sup.co.uk/ (https://www.surfs-sup.co.uk/) In Season 4 of the podcast we're also giving a shout out to the SUP instructors who work hard to help new and improving paddlers engage with the sport, and get equipped with the skills they need. If you're a certified instructor from anywhere across the world, then we'd like to feature you on an episode. Simply https://www.speakpipe.com/SUPfm (leave us a message here) with your name, your certifying body and a message about you and where you are, with a tip, piece or advice or even a nice word about the podcast ;) You've only got 1min 25 secs of recording time and you can re-record as many times as you like before you send it! We'll choose a recording to feature on each episode after applying a light edit and getting the sound balanced. Well done to all instructors for your hard work expanding our SUP tribe and wishing you a great season! Ian's Article - This is the best independent information on buying your SUP out there!STARTING OUT GUIDECHOOSING A BOARD The most commonly asked question on any sup group worldwide we want to help by giving a quick intro to board and paddle choice for any of our group members. * POINT 1 * In reality you have 2 categories of boards being 1) Inflatable and 2) Hard construction. 1) An inflatable board is one that is stored in a bag, but when ready for use can be rolled out and pumped up. 2) A hard board uses a build material of a foam core wrapped in either an epoxy or carbon, much like a normal surf board. Within each category (inflatable and hard board) you have subsets including : All rounder, Tourer, Race, Downwind and Surf sups. * POINT 2 * Inflatable: PROS If storage space is limited then the isup or inflatable is a great option. You don't need roofbars on a car to transport them as they can easily fit into a car boot. They're light to carry (some are heavier than others) They're not as easily damaged as a hard board so can be dropped or laid on concrete for example without risking cracking the hard board skin. Great as a shared family board for mucking about on. CONS They are affected more by wind as they often sit higher in the water. They don't have the more refined shapes that hard boards have. They're not as adept at surfing or more performance oriented sup. They can puncture and deflate. Hard board: PROS The board designer can refine a shape and has way more control over... Support this podcast

This week is beginners week on SUPfm and ahead of Season 4 we've got new paddlers covered, with four episodes covering some of the key subjects and challenges facing new members of the tribe. We're featuring experienced watermen and women covering these key subjects How to choose your SUP SUP safety Learning, confidence and developing core skills What you need to know about your iSUP and package Make sure you don't miss out on future episodes by following us on your favourite podcast app here https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/listen) Today's episode is all about iSUPs so if you've bought a package over the last two years or are planning to buy one, then you need to listen to this. Sean Scott is the supremo of https://www.thenewforestpaddlesportcompany.co.uk/ (New Forest Paddlesports Company) and a vastly experienced waterman who runs tours and a team of instructors in one of the UK's most beautiful national parks In this episode we chat about the brands and the differences in construction which lead to a better or a worse experience when you hit the water. We talk about common upkeep mistakes and how to get your board going and keep your board operating as it should. We also go through those additional pieces of kit in the package, including the standard paddle 'type' , leash choice and fins, which all add together to maximise your paddle experience. We finish by talking about some of those basic safety considerations which are so important for any new paddlers to be aware of when they go out on the water for the first time. The RNLI video we chat about, featuring a paddleboarder who was saved through keeping his mobile / cell close to him is here: https://youtu.be/-AvSMgF4-rM (https://youtu.be/-AvSMgF4-rM) Don't forget we've got an episode with a primer on SUP Safety later in beginners week and that you can get lifetime access to the SUPfm Online SUP Safety Course for £37 over at www.supfm.thinkific.com Thanks again to Sean and https://www.thenewforestpaddlesportcompany.co.uk/ (New Forest Paddlesports Company) who have just been nominated again for the Industry awards for Shop of the Year at SUP Connect. Please vote for them here: https://www.supconnect.com/sup-shop-of-the-year-2021 (https://www.supconnect.com/sup-shop-of-the-year-2021) We've also featured Alex Thornhill from XT SUP who's been a supporter of the podcast from the start. Thanks Alex and here's where you find him https://www.xt-sup.co.uk/ (https://www.xt-sup.co.uk/) Thank you to the https://www.facebook.com/groups/isupownersclub (iSUP Owners Facebook group) and Melinda Collings for many of the questions we answer here. Keep up with SUPfm on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SUPfmPodcast/ (@SUPfmPodcast) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supfmpodcast/ (@supfmpodcast) or subscribe to our newsletter (scroll down) https://www.supfmpodcast.com/ (https://www.supfmpodcast.com/) and get your free guide to the best apps we recommend, to get the best out of your SUP life See you on the water! Support this podcast

In advance of Season 4 we're throwing out some bonus episodes to highlight paddlers doing inspirational stuff on the water. Casper Steinfeth completed the latest in his Viking Crossing series completing the 123km challenge on his hydrofoil. Check him out at https://www.redbull.com/int-en/athlete/casper-steinfath (https://www.redbull.com/int-en/athlete/casper-steinfath) His first Viking crossing is here : https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/skagerrak-film (https://www.redbull.com/int-en/films/skagerrak-film) Ben Bowers has put together an incredible team to complete The Big Stand Up, a charity paddle for Movember, raising money for the men's health charity. The team consists of Charley Boorman (Adventurer/Presenter), James Phelps (Fred Weasley, Harry Potter), Damon Hill (F1 World Champion), James Haskell (England Rugby), Chloe Madeley (Presenter/Fitness Coach), Matthew Wright (Journalist, Presenter), D*Face (Street Artist), Amy Voce (Radio presenter), Nick and Giles English (Bremont Watches Founders), expedition organiser Ben Bowers and friend of the podcast and guest on Episode 32 Paul Hyman. As Ben explains in this interview, he's had two spells of testicular cancer and some low periods of mental health and through his mates and getting out there in nature he's gained some real benefits from paddleboarding. Give Ben a follow on Instagram @iambenbowers Contribute to the fundraising at https://uk.movember.com/team/2398449 (https://uk.movember.com/team/2398449) Finally, Brendon Prince has reached Bude on his circumnavigation of Great Britain, check out his updates on his you tube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJatVfJi_TTGOE2JbzujzHw (The Long Paddle) Support this podcast

Hey thanks for stopping by to listen to this trailer for the SUPfm Podcast It doesn't matter if you're a newbie or experienced stand up paddleboarder, either way we've got you covered. This podcast features weekly, long form interviews with inspiring experts and members of the SUP tribe across the world. We have listeners in seventy five countries and a whole bunch of episodes in our back catalog available for free and ready to go on our website www.supfmpodcast.com or at your favourite podcast provider...and don't forget to follow, to get the newest episodes downloaded as soon as they get released. If you sign up to our newsletter on our website you can get your FREE guide to the apps we use to manage safety, weather and tracking. You'll also be sent an email with some curated lists of episodes to help you catch up, including our SUP 101 episodes, guides and inspiration for your first / next expedition or just a list of our top five downloaded episodes so far. Our popular SUP Safety Course is still available for the bargain price of £37, with all the videos lessons, downloads and quizzes you need to help you plan and understand the conditions wherever you are. https://www.patreon.com/supfmpodcast (You can support us via Patreon )by buying me a cup of coffee, which will help me to keep this podcast coming and offsetting some of the costs Support this podcast

Tristan Gooley, also known as the natural navigator is a Ted speaker and New York Times bestselling author of a number of outstanding books about how to read the natural world. In this episode we talk about Tristan's book, 'How to Read Water' which is a must-have for any water user of any type and is particularly useful for paddleboarders. The book can be used to interpret water signs in any area of the world and in this episode we cover some of the subjects covered by the book and Simon attempts to explain one of his key take-aways, which is how to tell the height of waves while standing on the beach. How to Read Water was one of the books covered in our https://www.supfm.show/podcast/the-supfm-book-club/ (SUPfm Book Club Episode) back in Season Two and it got such a great reaction from listeners that we had to have Tristan on the show. Tristan's book 'How To Read Water' is available from https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=how+to+read+water&crid=3MXR36HRESGG3&sprefix=how+to+read+water%2Caps%2C155&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_17 (Amazon), and all good booksellers everywhere. There's more about the book on Tristan's https://www.naturalnavigator.com/ (website ) To find out more about the thalweg and cats paws check out these explainers on his https://www.naturalnavigator.com/how-to-read-water/ (website) The way I first got into Tristan's books was learning about how to work out the points of the compass from looking at a tree, there's an explainer https://www.naturalnavigator.com/find-your-way-using/plants/ (here ) Tristan's new book is https://www.amazon.co.uk/Secret-World-Weather-Breeze-Dewdrop/dp/1529339553/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+secret+world+of+weather&qid=1616248931&sr=8-1 (The Secret World of Weather) Follow Tristan (AKA The Natural navigator) On https://www.facebook.com/thenaturalnavigator/ (Facebook:) On https://www.instagram.com/thenaturalnavigator/ (Instagram:) On https://twitter.com/NaturalNav (Twitter:) Support this podcast