What SUP Paddle or SUP Fin is Best Suited To My Skill Level?
Ask any professional standup paddler how they got to their level and you'll get a similar response—hard work, diligence, and time.Just as with any other sport, there’s no secret to…
Black Project’s 2022 SUP Paddle Collection
Our 2022 SUP paddle collection features 9 premium SUP paddles for SUP racing, surfing, foiling, touring and more.
New Paddlers Find Tribe in Thriving Portland SUP Community
Evan Le’s first exposure to standup paddling was similar to most people’s first time trying the sport––a rental shop. The only difference is he wasn’t even looking for a SUP…
Beginner SUP Surfing Technique and Etiquette Tips for 2021
Don’t let @kookoftheday discourage you, SUP surfing is an absolute blast. Not only will you end up getting more waves per session, but they will often be bigger, longer, and…
I Started Standup Paddling During the Pandemic, Now What?
If you’re someone who is relatively new to standup paddling, welcome to the paddling family! You have joined a very supportive community and sport that will provide range of benefits,…
SUP Stroke Tips With Seychelle: The Choke Stroke
What is the purpose of this stroke?The "choke stroke" is used when having a shorter paddle length would be beneficial. By grabbing the paddle shaft underneath the handle, rather than on top…
Black Project Advantage: Designing a Better Standup Paddling Experience
Black Project was born out of a shared love for improving the on-water experience for paddlers of all skill levels. 12 years later, our passion for designing high-performance paddles and…
Choosing the Best Beginner SUP Paddle
Best Beginner Stand Up Paddle in 2019 Let's be clear, choosing the best beginner SUP paddle is no easy task. Some come with pretty graphics and others at ridiculously low…
Five Effective SUP Stretches Made Better with a Paddle
Standup paddling is good for the soul. Spending time in nature while working out is a recipe for health and happiness, but paddling without doing SUP stretches can take a toll on your muscles and joints.
The Benefits of Smaller, Softer and Shorter SUP Paddles
Over the past few years, I’ve had countless conversations with paddlers from around the world about the matter of size. More specifically, the simple concept that at least when it…
