The Global SUP Community

Playak News Flash

Our famous News Flash informs tens of thousands of paddlers around the world about the most popular paddling news each day. SUPzero editors hand-pick the best headlines 24/7, and those that are viewed most by our readers are sent out in the News Flash. Each Friday, we send out the Weekly Digest (instead of the daily News Flash), containing the top headlines of the past 7 days, as well as the most popular videos and forum topics, plus a list of upcoming events.

Back to Playak News Flash Archive

Playak News Flash - May 4, 2019
The world's latest paddling headlines.

Wildlife encounters when sea kayaking off the west coast of the Isle of Man Adventurous Experiences - The Puffins are in! Sea Kayaking off the west coast of the Isle of Man, close wildlife encounters with grey seals, common and black guillemots, razorbills, puffins... How Nemo Equipment and Showers Pass Turned Baby Steps Into Giant Strides Toward Sustainability Outdoor Industry Association - Read the full transcript below. The Outdoor Industry Association’s work focuses on three main pillar areas: policy, participation and sustainable business innovation. Legendary whitewater without a doubt - Middle Fork Kings River, California Kokatat - One of the best multi-day kayak trips in the lower 48, this run deserves it's reputation. The water quality is exceptional, the camping spectacular, and the whitewater legendary. Kayak Fishing for redfish with a buddy Jackson Kayak - A good friend and fellow JK teammate Matt Cunningham, who was sitting a seventeen degree Tennessee, saw a great chase to escape the brutal temperatures and visit me in St. Augustine Florida for some fishing. Kokopelli Packrafts models that can be availed at a discount at AirKayaks’ Summer Kickoff Sale AirKayaks - With sizzling summer days just around the corner, now is a great time to pick up a Kokopelli Packraft during AirKayaks’ Summer Kickoff Sale .Now starting at $699, the Kokopelli product line consists of eight models for whitewater, lakes, rivers and ocean, ranging in size from 7’1″ to 10’2″ with a weight range of 4.6 lbs to 18 lbs. Fishing for something new - squids in the UK waters!! Jackson Kayak - We have had some glorious weather over the last week which has seen me making a couple of sea launches in search of the Spring staple, the plaice. However, when leaving the tackle shop on my way to the launch site last Saturday the owner George suggested I take a couple of squid jigs as they had been catching a few from the shore so it would be something different to try for an hour or two. Guard Rails and Gardening Vlog 3 SUP International - Mellow morning harvesting some fruit from the garden and foil surfing Guard Rails, Lahaina, right in front my house. Riding my custom 4’11” backyard Eco board in collaboration with Starboard Sup and Paddle Hawaii along with Starboard Hydrofoil 1700 with 65cm mast. ZET Cross Review Ben Hawthorne - Following hot on the heels of last years Five, ZET announced their new boat, the Cross a few months back. Needless to say i was excited. At 5'11 & 1/2 (that all important half inch eh fill in that's what she said jokes at your leisure) and 85kgs, the Five a bit small for me, so i was eager to see what the boys had cooked up. Pyranha 9R MKII Walkthrough unsponsored - Bren Orton gives a run down of the changes to the Pyranha 9R in this Pyranha 9R MKII walkthrough video. Tariffs Hurt American Outdoor Businesses, and How Outdoor Industry Association - When the Trump administration released the so-called China 301 tariffs in October 2018, the outdoor industry and OIA jumped into action, lobbying in Washington D.C., and writing letters to representatives in order to scale back the increased tax implications. Paddle Boarding Giant iSUP in New Zealand SUP World Mag - Exploring the North Island of New Zealand with the 15′ Oahu Nui inflatable paddle board. We took this board surfing, touring, on the river, over a waterfall, and to many picnics with the kids. Body Glove Takes a Stand for Environment With Sustainable Activewear Standup Journal - Body Glove, one of the leading inflatable iSUP board manufacturers, as well as a known name in the wet suit and active wear realms, has just taken the lead in supporting our environment. Spring Kayaking in Canada Vlog. Jackson Kayak - After a great first round of these videos last spring be sure to follow Seth and Austrian paddler Andi Brunner through their adventures in spring kayaking in Canada.  New Insta Photo Contest – Sunset Paddle & Pet Paddling SUP World Mag - Two new instagram photo contest have just launched for 2019 folks. Both will get you to win a Gopro 7, The first one address to Canoeist worldwide called Sunset Paddle. Isle Discovery Inflatable Paddle Board SUP World Mag - This high-performance inflatable standup paddleboard was designed for speed and efficiency. The Discovery was crafted for experienced paddlers looking to go fast and cover ground.