Stand Up Paddleboarding in St Francis Bay
EP I S ODE 4 - S TA N D U P P A D D LE S AFETY TI PS By Melissa Volker
1.
If you are new to ocean sports, practice standing up from your knees, paddling, moving your feet on the board and turning your board on flat water before you progress to the ocean and waves. Being able to move your feet is an important ocean skill.
2.
Wear a leash, even on the river. The wind comes up in a flash in St Francis, and if you fall, one gust could take your board out of your reach and then you will be in for a long swim.
3.
Always wear a leash when you SUP in the ocean. Same reason as above, longer swim.
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