Florida is a major hot spot for stand up paddling and is an extremely sought after destination to get in some good SUP fishing.

For experienced fishermen and newbies alike, it’s smart to keep up with the latest trends. And learning about kayaks and fishing SUPs may benefit you more than you think! Even if you think you’ve perfected your gear and fishing technique, you know there are multiple factors at play that determine what your catch will be like. So, what if you can benefit from a different vessel when out on the waters?

The state of Florida in the United States is a paddle boarding gold mine. With the state being almost fully surrounded by water there is no shortage of places to SUP in this beautiful place.

When you think of Australia you may think of surfing big waves and diving the great barrier reef. But what you may not realize is that this country offers more places to paddle than anywhere else in the world.

With the right paddle board, there are plenty of excellent SUP fishing spots throughout the US. The sport is continuing to grow as more people take on SUP and fishing.

Nothing puts more of a damper on your downwinder than quick crash of energy and stamina. And even the most proficient of paddlers, and strategic of strokes will lose steam if the fuel coming in is lacking the proper nutrients. If you are looking to increase your speed, replenish your muscles after race training, achieve 3-legged down dog, or simply just wanting some healthy snacks to carry with you on your typical Sunday Funday, Jodelle Fitzwater put together her Top 10 Nutrition tips to keep you SUP-er strong and paddling long!

Built around the beautiful Caribbean Gulf and the shores of Clearwater, St Petersburg and the famous Treasure Island, Tampa Bay has become the ultimate watersports hotspot. With sheltered bayside causeways and keys to protect you from big waves, Tampa is the Floridian SUP paradise!

Whether you’re an angler or a paddle boarder, you might have considered fishing from your SUP before. It’s a unique adventure and a great way to really work your way into hidden areas that would otherwise be unreachable in a boat or on foot.

If you are looking for new SUP fishing spots, Europe should be at the top of your list. The region boasts many breath-taking spots with fairly still and flat waters, perfect for SUP fishing.

Inflatables are an awesome choice for stand up paddling and even have quite a few advantages over their hard board counterparts. We've teamed up with a few inflatable lovers to get you a list of the Top Reasons of why you must have an inflatable in your SUP quiver.

Located in the heart of the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Oregon boasts a large collection of bodies of water and a myriad of environmental conditions to accompany them. What this means to a paddler is that flexibility in destinations, and knowing where the hidden gems are located, can make the difference between a picturesque day paddle and a grueling seven mile upwind grind back to your vehicle.

Making the transition from fishing from the dock to fishing to your SUP can be as simple or as complex as you would like to make it. I find myself falling into both categories, generally depending on the amount of time I have to get out on the water or the fish that I aim to target. With dock fishing, you already have a handful of the items needed to get you fishing off of your SUP and with the information below, you can easily make that transition.