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We dedicate this first issue to newcomers and beginners, with a two-fold content: First, an introductory series of articles, including A History of the Sport, How to Choose your Gear, and Basic Technique, as well as a few articles to help the reader better understand the world of Stand Up. The second section is a Buyers Guide to make sure readers know what is available on the market, and to help them choose the right gear for what they do and where they live.

SUP WORLD MAG
Part 1 - Beginners Guide

The History of Stand Up by Corran Addison
Stand Up paddling has existed around the world, in one form or another, for thousands of years. Join Corran Addison as he examines the roots of modern SUP and how it came to be so popular today

How to Choose the Right Equipment by Corran Addison
As the sport of Stand Up Paddling has exploded in popularity and diversity, the variety of board and paddle styles has grown with it. Corran Addison explains what’s out there and how to pick the gear that’s right for you.

Getting Started by Dan Gavere
With an understanding of basic stand up paddling technique and a little practice, you can be out enjoying your local lake, coastline, or easy river in no time at all. Dan Gavere provides the technical fundamentals of what you need to know to get started in this exciting new sport.

Stand Up Paddling: A Woman’s Perspective by Nikki Gregg
Stand Up competitor and fitness trainer Nikki Gregg shares with us how SUP is changing the lives of women everywhere, and gives us a glimpse of how ladies are tearing it up on the SUP scene.

Part 2 - 2010 SUP Buyers Guide



Most boards, paddles, apparels, accessories, clothing available on the market today.