2012 Bend Paddleboard Challenge

In case you haven’t heard, the second annual Bend Paddleboard Challenge is going off on Saturday, June 16^th from 9:00 to 3:00 pm at Riverbend Park (779 SW Columbia, Bend, Oregon). 

There will also be free demos at the park on Friday, June 15th.

The Bend Paddleboard Challenge is a WPA sanctioned, spectator-friendly celebration of SUP that includes long and short course races, sprints, clinics, free demos, and lots of camaraderie.  All proceeds benefit the Bend Paddle Trail Alliance and the Bend Park and Recreation Scholarship Fund.

All contestants will be treated to a Hawaiian barbecue lunch from Kona Mix Plate.  Racers who register before June 1^st will also receive an official 2012 Bend Paddleboard Challenge T-shirt.  Cascade Lakes Brewery has generously donated beer.  Killer handcrafted wood trophies, made by the one and only Captain Sawdust, will be presented to top finishers in each main race class.  Awesome prizes will be raffled off at the end of the day.

We’re thrilled that the beautiful Hokulea Dancers will once again perform at the opening ceremony and that Alistair Patterson will provide his colorful commentary.

The Bend Paddleboard Challenge is open to paddlers of all levels of experience.  Spectators are more than welcome! 

Thank you to all our sponsors:

KKIALOA, StandUp Paddle Magazine, Norge Boards, KonaRed Hawaiian Antioxidant Drink, Anjou Spa, Cascade Lakes Brewery, Kona Mix Plate

Cold Feet

OK, so the weather’s warm enough here in Bend to paddleboard in trunks some days.  Yay! 

However, the early season hot weather doesn’t mean the water’s warmed up.

O'Neill 7mm Heat Booties

If you’re like me and don’t enjoy chilly toes, your tootsies might appreciate a pair of SUP booties. With the 7 mm Heat Booties by O’Neill, you can paddle even on not so hot days and your feet won’t even feel the cold.  Plus, they offer protection from the rocks you might be launching from.  They can really extend your SUP season and keep you paddling way into the fall.

ZKG Water Shoe by Zhik

Another option is the new ZKG Shoe by Zhik.  The ZKGs offer less insulation but look cool and can be worn on the street too.

Try ‘em.  Your feet will thank you.

SUP Season is Here!

Paddleboarding in beautiful Bend, Oregon.

You’ve probably noticed that SUP worthy weather has arrived in Bend early this year!  Yay!

Here’s what's cooking at Stand Up Paddle Bend this season....

Our high quality SUP rentals continue to be very affordable - just $15 an hour or $45 for the day. 

•               Rentals include everything you need to SUP (board, paddle, leash, life jacket and straps for your car).

•               Because we want you to have as much fun as possible, we always do our best to match the board to the rider (you’ll have a lot more fun with equipment suited to your body type and level of experience).  

•               We offer after-hours rentals for those with schedules that only allow early morning or evening paddles. 

•               All our rental boards are good quality “real boards.”  We’ve added lots of new boards, paddles, PFDs, leashes and straps to the fleet for 2012.

2012 Race SUPs by Hobie, Surftech,
Riviera, and Aquaglide.

Sales

We carry all the top brands in boards, paddles, accessories and clothing.   Our knowledgable staff will help you pick out the gear that best suits your goals, body, aesthetic and budget. We’ve recently added lots of exciting new products and brands in every category (including all of the season’s hottest new race SUP boards from Surftech, Hobie, Riviera Paddle Surf, Board Works, and Aquaglide)! 

SUP Lessons For All Levels of Ability

Whatever your SUP goals are, our team of friendly, well-qualified instructors (both male and female) can help you achieve them.  If you’re brand new to the sport, a Stand Up 101 Lesson can help you to paddle with maximum safety, comfort, and efficiency from the get go.  If you’ve been paddling for a while, a Skill Building Lesson can help you learn new tips, turns and techniques so that you’re having even more fun.  Planning a trip to Hawaii?  Try a PaddleSurf Lesson.  Want to get into racing?  Try a SUP Race Technique Lesson. 

Flow/Flow - Yoga + Paddle

Our very popular SUP yoga class, Flow/Flow will be back again this summer!  Yay!  Flow/Flow is taught by the inspirational Shanan Kelley and Kama Blasing of Bend’s wonderful Mandala Yoga Community.  Each class consists of 45 minutes of outdoor yoga (on land), followed by a 45 minute paddle – a double dose of prana.  Flow/Flow is a lovely way to find tone your body, mind and spirit while communing with nature. 

SUP’r Fit - SUP Fitness

This year, we’re launching a SUP Fitness Class.  SUP is a killer total body workout all on its own… so when you add strength training moves and cardio intervals to the mix you’ve got a SUPer killer workout… AND it’s fun… AND you get to enjoy the beautiful outdoors at the same time.

Central Oregon's Premiere SUP Race

Bend Paddleboard Challenge      

The second annual Bend Paddleboard Challenge will take place on June 16^th at Riverbend Park.  This is a World Paddle Association sanctioned celebration of stand up paddling that will include a long course race, a short course race, sprints, free demos, Hawaiian barbecue and plenty of camaraderie.  Proceeds benefit the Bend Paddle Trail Alliance and the Bend Park and Recreation Foundation Scholarship Fund.

See you on the water!http://standuppaddlebend.com/Lessons.html