Perfect Paddles is for those who feel the call of the water. While we are here to serve all those interested in SUP, we also offer Membership benefits that include:

  • Discounts on trips around the world
  • Discounts on local paddling activities in your hometown
  • Discounts on the best SUP gear on the market
  • A community of paddlers eager to connect and have fun

To experience these benefits join today!
Our Favorite Articles
21 U.S National Parks with SUP Spots You Don’t Want to Miss!
Check out these fantastic paddling locations!
These Two SUP Activities Should Be On Your 2021 SUP Season To-Do List
Need the motivation to learn a new activity this season? Check these two out!
Rivers of Stories
A personal account of paddling America's famous rivers
That Time We Saw a Sea Cow
You never know what to expect on a nature excursion!
Featured Activity: Glow Paddles
This issue we will be focusing on Glow Paddles! Paddling during the day is a fun experience. But paddling at night with the surrounding water lit up is an unforgettable one. See the unique ecosystems that make up our world's oceans come alive right underneath your board. Check out these amazing tours below. And don't forget to search for tours in your area by using our Locations/Activities tab.
LightSUP Hawaii (Waimea)

Sunset Tours
We'll paddle out over the shallows of the reef, catching up with the honu, Hawaii's Green Sea Turtle, and the reef fish, gradually making our way to our sunset viewing spot to relax and admire the changing colors as the sunsets. With lights on, 4500 lumens illuminate the reef drop-offs and arches. The reef at night is a whole new world, as we light up all the life that thrives in the dark. This is an experience you'll never forget!

LightSUP Hawaii offers discounts through our Buddy Deals!
PaddleLit (Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico)

Full Moon Paddle Tour
Experience the mangroves where you will see iguanas and plenty of gorgeous wildlife along the way. Heading down the canal before we head out to the rearing sunset - rest and chat while we wait for the full moon to pop up behind the Mountain. A truly unforgettable experience.
LakeLife Paddle (Orlando, Florida)

Night Glow Paddle in Paradise
The brilliant underwater lighting system that we use on our boards and kayaks lights up the water underneath as we paddle through the clear water in our local paradise. We'll see the gorgeous underwater ecosystem in a unique way.

We launch from The Lake Ivanhoe Boat Ramp, right in the heart of downtown Orlando. Lake Ivanhoe is a beautiful, spring fed waterway with views of the City Beautiful.

LakeLIfe Paddle offers discounts through our Buddy Deals!
To find additional Glow Paddles all around the world - head to our Locations/Activities under Glow Paddles HERE!
Featured Location Articles

"SUP offers an added layer of intrigue when traveling to parts unknown by immersing the paddler in the aquatic environment and allowing participants the opportunity to break through a layer of separation when standing on the water. The ability to see far into the horizon allows paddlers to become familiar with a foreign coast and the capacity to stand on the water and peer down into the depths of the sea brings the underworld of water to life. It is a total immersion experience."

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San Francisco is a unique city nestled in the vast pacific northern part of California. Steeped in history, it holds the records of a different time when the discovery of gold in the west made cities boom, city life was becoming vibrant, and the streets were mostly made of dirt.

From these early settlers and gold spenders, the city began to grow. Soon, streets were paved with cobblestone, subsections of the city were created, and San Francisco became a place where you would go to experience life on a grander scale.

In its present age, many things about San Francisco haven’t changed. The history is still held as sacred and its streets are poised to rebound into vibrancy after last year’s COVID shutdowns.

To truly experience the history of San Francisco, you must include the water. The entire city is built around its vast waterways and many of its most famous spots are located on the water.

One such place happens to be the destination for our next Virtual SUP tour - Quinn’s Lighthouse in Oakland.

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SUP Events
This is your chance to combine your passion for SUP and a fantastic trip around the world!
For more information on each holiday click on the pictures below!

Moxie Unleashed & GoXperience have teamed up to offer two different action-packed SUP & Sail Adventure weeks, island hopping in Croatia.

Each day brings new picturesque surroundings to explore and new adventures to be had while throughout the week there will be some regular favorites.

This is a journey into one of the most spectacular areas of Europe. We will be gliding through the Knoydart, an amazing wilderness area cut off from the mainland road network, surrounded by majestic mountains and deep lochs. Deep in heart of Knoydart we will find true wilderness, wildlife, and adventure. Knoydart is steeped in history and its remoteness is breathtaking.

Amsterdam is a beautiful city with the unique canals and hundreds of bridges to pass. Stand up paddling is a truly unique way to experience the city as you get a different feel while paddling and checking out the pretty views. Enjoy hundreds of historical buildings and get ‘lost’ in town with us.

Take the trip of a lifetime with M&M SUP Amsterdam - To learn more click here!

Make your way to beautiful Sayulita, Mexico, and enjoy your stay with these featured activities:
  • Paddle To Punta Sayulita–
  • Infinity Pool Swim & Lunch at Kupuri Beach Club–
  • Private Catered Dinner at Home–
  • Private Salsa Dancing Lessons–
  • SUP Surfing Lesson–
  • In House Massage–
  • Giant Stand Up Paddle Boarding–
  • Sunset Yoga On The Beach
  • Ocean Canoe Paddle & Surf
For more detailed information, click the picture!
Learn to SUP Surf the Puget Sound - Online!
Waves from fast-moving freighters and tugs on Puget Sound can throw off 3' to 6' high waves on specific beaches and offshore - sometimes for long epic rides!

Get this Puget Sound Surfing Guide and find out how to surf these waves, where to be and when to be there.

  • Learn Surfer's Etiquette and Boating Right of Way
  • Learn how to stay safe, out of the news, and get good vibes from other surfers.
  • Learn which craft is best
  • Find out which craft is best for different types of waves from a kayak, surf ski, and sup to canoe and boogie board!
  • Find your own surf break
  • Learn how to find your own surf breaks or boat surf opportunity no one is surfing.
  • Tidal, Tug and Ferry Waves

Also find out how and where to surf other types of waves from ferries, tugs, tidal rapids - tidal waves, and recreational boats.

In addition, learn about...

Downwinding Runs

  • Learn where to downwind safely on the Sound and popular runs near Seattle.
  • Surf Spot Maps
  • The Manual includes Surf Maps for South, Middle, and North Puget Sound with detailed descriptions for each spot.
  • Get Additional Resources
  • Wind and ship traffic apps, marine weather forecasting, and more..

Freighter and Tug Waves Featured in: The Inertia, Seattle Times, Essentia Water ad campaign, Men's Journal, SUP Magazine, Stand Up Journal, Seattle Magazine, and Evening Magazine.

Purchase and receive:

10% off voucher for taking the freighter or tug wave classes at Salmon Bay Paddle.

See Rob in action below!
Gear Roundup

What They Offer:
With the genuine SUP-Now Paddleboard Pouch with Waterproof Insert, you can easily take necessities such as your life jacket, phone, keys, water bottles, sunscreen, snacks, sandals, and even your SUP-Now Paddleboard Carrying Strap with you on your paddleboard.

Become a member and receive exclusive discounts on all SUP Now gear!

What They Offer:
Strong, clear rail tape to save your board from bumps and cracks. This tape is a modest investment for a major return. It will save the rails of your board from inevitable damage and we recommend a purchase before you head out onto your next adventure.

Become a member today to save on Surfco Hawaii's products and other great gear!

What They Offer:
Fully waterproof cell phone cases for your SUP adventures! Inflatables for fun in the pool or bay. And even jewelry!

Become a member today to receive exclusive discounts on your next Duk Gear purchase!

What They Offer:
High-quality carbon fiber paddles with a flaming hot color design. Grab a fire paddle if you want to use the lightest paddles on the market and want to do it with style.

Become a member today to receive exclusive discounts on your next Fire paddle purchase!
Our Favorite SUP Workout Vids...
Check out these two favorite workout videos from previous email blasts!

Increase strength, endurance, and balance in the legs, hips, abdominal area, and back with this workout from REI
Enjoy this core workout from Starboard SUP
Planning a Trip? Explore these Locations...
Paddlers: Have a picture or a story of your very own Perfect Paddle? Share it with us! We love to hear about your adventures and share them with the rest of the Perfect Paddles community.

Paddling Pros: We love to share any regularly occurring social, core crew, or training paddles in your area! Do you have one or know of one that tis happening in your area? Let us know! We will include it in our next email as well as put it on our Events Calendar for our members to see!

Until next time, remember to stay stoked!

-The Perfect Paddles Team

P.S. Just a quick reminder: We offer Membership benefits that include:

  • Discounts on trips around the world
  • Discounts on local paddling activities in your hometown
  • Discounts on the best SUP gear on the market
  • A community of paddlers eager to connect and have fun

To experience these benefits join today!

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