Media & News

How to Paddle Low Water

Low water is the perfect time to learn and push yourself. You can truly make the river your playground.

Why I Picked Up Paddling In 2020

SUP is the paddling (and outdoor) trend of the year. And Hala Gear's bookkeeper Colleen King jumped on board with it.

How to Pick your SUP Paddle

Find the right paddle for your SUP style.

SUPing with Small Children

Stand up paddle boarding is an easy activity to do with your young one on the water. 

Dispelling 5 Myths about SUP Yoga

SUP yoga is more accessible than you may think and is an incredibly rewarding experience.

Beginner's Way to Catch a Wave

Commentary on how to catch an ocean wave with your inflatable stand up paddleboard, with explanations on the physics of surfing.

Paddle Better: Develop Good Habits

But just in case you’ve been a little dormant, we've put together some basic drills and techniques for you to get back on the water safely!

Which Inflatable SUP is Right for Me?

The rumors are true: length and width DO matter. Learn about how to pick the right inflatable SUP for you.

Paddle Tips for Beginners

New to paddling? SUP Yoga Instructor Adi Carter provides some easy tips to make those first paddle experiences memorable and stress-free.

SUPing on Snow: What You Need to Know

Are you desperate to find alternative methods of having fun on the snow?

How to Roll your Hala SUP

Rolling a board isn't as easy as one would think. Luckily, we've compiled our best tips and tricks to help you out. 

River of Love: Bringing the Family Together

How to raise $6,000 from a paddling event.

Safety Third?

Complacency: overconfidence from repeated experience performing a task.

How to SUP on a Dime

Stand up paddleboarding, like any other sport, doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg....if you know how to do it right!

FAQ: How To Use a 12-V Pump

The quickest way to inflate your SUP.

The Do’s and Don’ts of Loading Your SUP on the Car

When it comes to bringing your inflatable board to and from your favorite paddling destination, you’ve got options.

Hands-Free SUP Carry Method

Both experienced and beginner paddlers are plagued by the same problem: how to comfortably carry your paddleboard.

Sunscreen Awareness

Similar to snorkeling, the water is so clear here that even paddling on a SUP gives you a great view of what’s below the surface.

WhatSUP, Dog?

The time you have and will spend training your pooch on land will pay off on the water.

Betsy & Clay

"When Clay learned I was a SUP instructor and expressed interest in learning the sport, I jumped at the chance to repay him for teaching me how to safely road bike.”