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Diana Gil
DIANA GIL Profile: Birthday: December 17 Home Spot: Cantanhede, Portugal Disciplines: SUP Race Sponsors: Team NSP Europe; F.I.T. Portugal (FitSportbalsem), ABPT – Associação de Bodyboard dos Palheiros da Tocha INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Diana Gil was always attracted by sports, especially watersports, when she was only 11 years old she started bodyboarding with her friends… -
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Gianluca Gafforio
[rev_slider slidertitle="Gianluca" alias="brandon-van-eslander-11" offset=""] GIANLUCA GAFFORIO Profile: Birthday: December 22 Home Spot: Italy Disciplines: SUP Racing, SUP Surfing, Wingfoil, Kitesurf, Snowboard Sponsors: NSP Europe INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Gianluca Gafforio's passion for surfing at 360 degrees was born as a child by reading the American magazines where the great champions of surfing rode the great… -
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Erica Revil
ERICA REVIL Profile: Birthday: December 1 Home Spot: Bahía de Corralejo / Fuerteventura North Shore Disciplines: SUP Racing, SUP Surfing Sponsors: NSP, Joyas Surf Fuerteventura, Hippie Cream INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Erica Revil is a young girl from France with Madagascan origins. In 2017 she discovered Stand Up Paddle and fell in love with this… -
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Austin Grippo
AUSTIN GRIPPO Birthday: September 19 Home Spot: Kanaha, North Shore Maui Disciplines: Surf, SUP, Wing/Sup Foil Sponsors: NSP, Vuori, LaFins INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK Austin Grippo got into watersports at the tender age of 16 when his father took him to Tamarindo, Costa Rica. It was there in Central America, where he met legendary wingnuts and surfed… -
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Majo Pellicer
MAJO PELLICER Profile: Birthday: December 29 Home Spot: Cullera, Valencia Disciplines: SUP Racing, SUP Surfing Sponsors: NSP, Sup-one Paddle Surf Company, Awa Sunglasses, Escuela surf Valencia Posidonia INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Majo Pellicer started her SUP experience when she was 13 years old and after her first tried, SUP completely been her passion. Since then,… -
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Alexis Eschenbrenner
ALEXIS ESCHENBRENNER Profile: Birthday: August, 17 Home Spot: Nouméa, New Caledonia Disciplines: SUP Racing Sponsors: NSP BIO Alexis Eschenbrenner started rowing on a stand-up paddle at the age of 7. He participated in his first race at 9 years old. With his competitive spirit, he immediately liked SUP, giving the best of himself to win.… -
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Anni Flynn
ANNISSA TITA FLYNN (ANNI) Profile: Home Spot: Phuket, Thailand Disciplines: Surfing, Flow Boarding Sponsors: NSP, Rip Curl, We Are Feel Good Inc., Beach boy Commu, Garmin Thailand, Sympl, Surf House Phuket, Mak Flowboards, Wakeplayer Thailand INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Annissa Tita Flynn is a Thai/Australian currently residing in Phuket, Thailand. For the past 15 years,… -
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Rosie O’Neill
ROSIE O'NEIL Profile: Birthday: January, 20 Home Spot: Polzeath, Cornwall Disciplines: Surfing, Gymnastic Sponsors: NSP, Xcel, Ocean and earth, Future fins FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM BIO "I’m a surfer from the Southwest of England, currently living in Cornwall. I started surfing when I was 12 years old, and started competing when I was 14. I stopped competing when I… -
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Renato Quieros
RENATO QUIEROS Profile: Birthday: November 26 Home Spot: Póvoa de Varzim, Albufeira, Portugal Disciplines: SUP race, SUP wave and Surf Sponsors: Team NSP Europe, Fitben, Sport Spirit Health club, ssbox INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Renato Queirós lives in the north of Portugal, more precisely in Póvoa de Varzim. He started out bodyboarding at the age… -
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Alberto Casella
ALBERTO MARIA CASELLA Profile: Birthday: August 25 Home Spot: Summers - Sabaudia, Lazio, Italy, All other times - Rome and Civitavecchia, Italy Disciplines: SUP Racing, SUP Downwinding, SUP Surfing Sponsors: NSP INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Alberto Maria Casella was born on 25 August 2004 in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Rome,… -
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Tiago Dinis
TIAGO DINIS Profile: Birthday: July 22 Home Spot: Albufeira, Albufeira, Portugal Disciplines: SUP racing Sponsors: Team NSP Europe INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO From a very early age, Tiago got used to having water as his natural environment. He was an athlete in high competition rowing, where he became National Champion of Long Distance and National… -
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NSP Competition Results 2025
NSP Riders Steal the Spotlight at BCN SUP World Fest | Euro Tour Stop 4 The 2025 BCN SUP World Fest turned the city of Barcelona into a world-class SUP stage, hosting Euro Tour Stop 4 with blazing sun, big names, and nonstop action across all race formats. It was a weekend of tactical battles,… -
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Global Launch of the 2026 NSP Race Range
Santa Pola, Spain - May 16th until 18th Be part of a world first as NSP launches its 2026 Race Range, revealed for the very first time anywhere in the world. From May 16th to 18th, the Parres Watersports Festival in Santa Pola is your exclusive chance to see and test the next generation of… -
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Madeira from North to South, East to West – An Unforgettable Adventure
Exploring every corner of the island and making the most of every moment. Every day started early, between sunrise and sunset, with the desire to discover and experience everything Madeira has to offer. When it came to surfing, we bet on the region’s most consistent spots - Fajã da Areia and Praia da Maiata. Although… -
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NSP Competition Results 2024
SARASOTA BRADENTON ICF SUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP NOVEMBER 19 - 24 More than 500 athletes from 52 National Federations are geared up to give it their very best as the 2024 International Canoe Federation Stand Up Paddling World Championships begins today in Sarasota, Florida. Scheduled to run until November 24 at Nathan Benderson Park, this flagship… -
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Exclusive early access to NSP EVO-Tech Softboards NSP is stoked to support once again Woolworths SurfGroms, and this year is extra special with exclusive early access to NSP’s all new EVO-Tech softboards! Plus, for SurfGroms participants in Australia, NSP is giving away 20 x EVO-Tech Hybrid surfboards in local and national competitions this season. Introducing… -
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Saumya Dubey
SAUMYA DUBEY Profile: Birthday: March 23rd Home Spot: Mulki, India Disciplines: Surfing Sponsors: NSP, Surfing India, Thundermonkey Surf Gear, Mantra Surf Club, Surf Club Las Palmas INSTAGRAM BIO Saumya Dubey, a passionate surfer from India, loves to travel and seek out the perfect longboarding waves. Alongside her surfing journey, she is committed to youth and… -
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NSP | EP2 Swell’s Here – No Ski, No Problem
Welcome to Madeira! we take you to the stunning island of Madeira, a remote gem known for its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture and hometown to NSP team riders Tomas Lacerda and Veronica Silva.
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CL-17 | WAVEPOOL DURABILITY REDEFINED
CL-17 WAVEPOOL DURABILITY REDEFINED Watch Teaser In 2001, NSP transformed the surf industry by pioneering the durable epoxy surfboard category, empowering retailers, schools and rental centres worldwide to offer surfboards with unmatched durability. This innovation opened the doors for countless new surfers. Now, 23 years and numerous epoxy advancements later, NSP, in collaboration with Cobra… -
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Racing World Stunned: Christian Andersen Makes NSP History on new NSP Race Inflatable
In a sensational display of skill and determination, Christian Andersen recently shattered expectations at the India Paddle Festival. Against all odds, Andersen clinched two spectacular second place finishes in the fiercely contested 9 km Long Distance Event along with the adrenaline pumping 300 meter Sprint races while riding the NEW ground breaking NSP Performance Race… -
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Christian and TotalSUP sit down to discuss the new Cheetah Pro Carbon
So how does NSP develop a brand-new Raceboard? Our friends at TotalSUP and NSP Teamrider Christian "Polar Bear" Andersen got together to discuss the development cycle of NSP's latest Pro Carbon Raceboard, the Alain Teurquetil-designed Cheetah. Consider The Cheetah a response from NSP's Research & Development team to the growing popularity of short-format racing. The… -
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NSP Foiling: Exclusive Interview with Product Team & Foiling Magazine
NSP Foiling and Foiling Magazine, the premier online source for all things foiling, recently sat down together to delve into the engineering brilliance behind NSP's Foiling range. The article features Alain Teurquetil, renowned for his work on NSP's race board collection, and how he brings his expertise to create a foil board range that promises… -
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Changing of the Guard at the ICF World Championships?
The ICF World Championships organized by the International Canoe Federation (ICF) are about to take place in Southeast Asia. It's a marquee event in the world of stand-up paddleboarding, where elite athletes from around the globe converge to showcase their skills and compete for top honors. This year, as the competition unfolds in the picturesque… -
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Why I Surf – Fitness and Flow
WHY I SURF Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about when you overhear people talking about surfing and why it seems like such an obsession, like a drug that they can't do without, why all they want to do is be on the water catching waves? NSP (Nature, Surfing, Products) has put… -
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INTRODUCING THE FINGAL MOB – JURAKI SURF CULTURE
INTRODUCING THE FINGAL MOB – JURAKI SURF CULTURE Bundjalung Country, Fingal Head, NSW, Australia- At NSP Surfboards, we’re driven by a vision rooted in inclusivity, empowerment, and a deep connection to the surfing community. As we strive to turn our vision into a reality, we’re excited when we have the opportunity to work with organizations such as Juraki Surf Culture that align… -
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Tomas Lacerda to be 1st SUP Athlete to Make the Crossing Between the Islands of Porto Santo and Madeira
TOMÁS LACERDA WILL BE THE 1ST SUP ATHLETE TO MAKE THE CROSSING BETWEEN THE ISLANDS OF PORTO SANTO AND MADEIRA PRESS RELEASE Funchal, 7th August 2023– The Portuguese professional Stand Up Paddle athlete Tomás Lacerda, who despite his youth, already has 20 national titles and has achieved excellent results in international competitions, will make the…
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Singapore’s Youth Paddle Academy partners with NSP
Youth Paddle Academy partners with NSP SINGAPORE, 01 July 2023 — The Singapore Youth Paddle Academy (Academy) and NSP announced joining forces in an exciting collaboration. The strategic partnership begins with establishing NSP Singapore Team Riders, who will be proudly representing the brand, the Academy and Singapore in forthcoming standup paddle (SUP) local and international… -
NSP SUPsurf Competition Results 2023
Miyahara has qualified at the 7th Eguchi SUPSurf Challenge the 7th annual Eguchi SUP Surfing Challenge takes place on the Sub-Tropical Kyushu Island, Japan. This event features two categories: the Longboard Class and the Open Class. This competition was a qualifier for all of Japan SUP Surfing. Takaaki Miyahara has successfully qualified in both classes… -
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NSP Surfboards Partners with Sports-Camps for Race Board Rentals at the 2023 ICF World Championships in Thailand
NSP PARTNERS WITH SPORTS-CAMPS Bangkok, Thailand, (May 26, 2023) NSP Surfboards is thrilled to announce its exciting partnership with Sports-Camps for the International Canoe Federation (ICF) World Championships of Stand Up Paddle Racing from November 15-17, 2023 in Thailand. This partnership will provide athletes from around the world with the opportunity to rent top-of-the-line NSP race boards… -
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Surfing Australia Announces NSP Surfboards as Official Surfboard of Woolworths SurfGroms
NSP PARTNERS WITH SURFGROMS Casuarina, Australia (May 17, 2023) Surfing Australia is proud to announce NSP Surfboards as the official Surfboard partner of the Woolworths SurfGroms program, kicking off with the season launch in September. Created in 2001, NSP Surfboards is a global surf brand designing quality, durable and easy to ride boards that are… -
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Paddling upwind – TIP OF THE WEEK #4
Each week, leading up to the start of the racing season, Team Rider Christian Andersen will be sharing essential race training secrets by posting his “Tip of the Week”. The third tip is about paddling upwind. Have a look at the video and read along, then check back each week for the next sequence of… -
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BEACH STARTS – TIP OF THE WEEK #3
Each week, leading up to the start of the racing season, Team Rider Christian Andersen will be sharing essential race training secrets by posting his “Tip of the Week”. The third tip is about how to do a proper beach start. Have a look at the video and read along, then check back each week… -
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Anni’s surf trip in Philippines
The WSL QS3000 in La Union, makes for an excellent Surf Trip The competition was held on the 18th-25th of January at Monaliza point, near San Juan in La Union, Philippines. It's a feeder event for the WSL Tour, aimed at up-and-coming Asian athletes. "La Union is located 7 hours north-northwest of Manila by van,… -
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Riding in big waves on a race board – Tip of the week #2
Each week, leading up to the start of the racing season, Team Rider Christian Andersen will be sharing essential race training secrets by posting his "Tip of the Week". The second tip is about riding in big waves on a race board when coming in. Have a read below and then check back each week… -
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Crossing white water breaks with a race board – Tip of the week #1
Each week, leading up to the start of the racing season, Team Rider Christian Andersen will be sharing essential race training secrets by posting his "Tip of the Week". The first tip is about crossing white water on a race board. Have a read below and then check back each week for the next sequence… -
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NSP Releases new SUPsurf range
NSP is proud to present the NSP High Roller and Instigator- the all new SUPsurf range and latest addition to our dedicated surf SUP line. Shaped and designed by Alain Teurquetil, the High Roller and Instigator breathe new concepts and functional design into NSP's dedicated Surf SUP range. Both models come exclusively in SLX Flax,… -
Next generation foil boards online
Finally the NSP Kingping, the Hotshot and Spitfire are public - the next generation NSP foil boards online are waiting for you in our foil board gallery. It's been a few weeks only since the release of the next-generation Fireball Airwing, and today we are excited to announce the release of three cutting-edge foil boards… -
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New Fireball wing is now online
The all-new Fireball is the latest Airwing by NSP, a rigid, powerful and easy-to-tune wing that comes in a six-size range from just 2.7m² up to 7.2m². If you can't wait to see the specs and all details yourself, check out the product page here. Otherwise, have a look at the video below going over… -
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The new 2023 NSP Ninja Pro Carbon is now online
NSP is very excited to finally release the 2023 NSP Ninja Pro Carbon, the latest evolution of the NSP Ninja, the ultimate flat water racing machine for hardcore Stand-Up Paddle athletes. Built with trademark lightweight and durable carbon fiber construction, the NSP Ninja Pro Carbon is designed for speed and performance. Its hydrodynamic shape and… -
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NSP Signs three new riders
With a tremendous year in racing, NSP is eager to strengthen its position as the dominating brand in competitive paddleboarding in 2023 with three new riders. In addition to superstar athletes Titouan Puyo, Ty Judson and Travis Grant, NSP is proud and excited to announce the new members of the NSP Team: Bodie von Allmen… -
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NSP supports the Disabled Surfers Association – New Zealand
When NSP Surfboards first heard about the Disabled Surfers Association of New Zealand (DSA NZ) and their motto, "Surfers Helping Surfers!", the team at NSP was immediately aligned. NSP’s vision is to inspire people of all ages and skill levels to participate in the watersports lifestyle by supplying gear that catches more waves, carves better… -
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Why I Surf – The Connection
WHY I SURF Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about when you overhear people talking about surfing and why it seems like such an obsession, like a drug that they can't do without, why all they want to do is be on the water catching waves? NSP (Nature, Surfing, Products) has put… -
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Why I Surf – The Culture
WHY I SURF Have you ever wondered what all the fuss is about when you overhear people talking about surfing and why it seems like such an obsession, like a drug that they can't do without, why all they want to do is be on the water catching waves? NSP (Nature, Surfing, Products) has put… -
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Foiling Cabo Verde, West Africa
600km Nautical Miles west of Dakar in Western Africa lies an island group where Foiling Cabo Verde was shot, a small Republic in the Atlantic Ocean. The locals speak Portuguese, and with several of the islands boasting impressive international airports (Boa Vista and São Vicente) there are two groups of tourists coming to the Republic.… -
NSP welcomes Annissa Flynn to the International Women’s Surf Team
NSP, a Thailand-based watersports company, with roots grounded in surfing for over 20+ years, is excited to announce a partnership with Thai National Annissa Flynn (Anni), who will join the International NSP Team to compete on the WSL Tour. Fluent in both Thai and English, Anni lives in Phuket, Thailand and holds dual citizenship with Australia,… -
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Wingsurfer Journal reviews NSP Airwing 4M
About Wingsurfer Journal With the French being one of the main markets in water sports, WingSurfer Journal is a publication reporting on gear, destinations and riders for the French-speaking market. The magazine spawned from Windsurf Journal (related to SUP Journal), a publication that closely works together with distributors to get their hands on the latest… -
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NSP SUP / 6’6″ WING FOIL REVIEW
About Wingsurfer Journal With the French being one of the main markets in water sports, WingSurfer Journal is a publication reporting on gear, destinations and riders for the French-speaking market. Their Wing Foil Review carries a certain weight, especially in the French-speaking market. The magazine spawned from Windsurf Journal (related to SUP Journal), a publication… -
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NSP presents 2022 Pro Carbon Race line-up
NSP announces the latest additions to their racing program with new and improved 2022 Pro Carbon line-up of their Ninja flat-water racer, Puma beach racer, Carolina all-water racer and graphic updates for the two downwind racers, the Molokai and Sonic. NEW PUMA 2022 Aside from the colour changes that will bring the new board in… -
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NSP Airwave 1700 review by Wingsurfer Journal
About Wingsurfer Journal This NSP Airwave 1700 review was written by Wingsurfer Journal, France. With the French being one of the main markets in water sports, WingSurfer Journal is a publication reporting on gear, destinations and riders for the French-speaking market. The magazine spawned from Windsurf Journal (related to SUP Journal), a publication that closely… -
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NSP SUP/Wing Pro Foil review by Wingsurfer Journal
About Wingsurfer Journal This NSP SUP/Wing Pro Foil review was written by Wingsurfer Journal, France. With the French being one of the main markets in water sports, WingSurfer Journal is a publication reporting on gear, destinations and riders for the French-speaking market. The magazine spawned from Windsurf Journal (related to SUP Journal), a publication that… -
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NSP Competition Results
Sweden, Paddy secures long-distance title at GløGlø in Malmo city centre Leave it to the Swedish to do cold and harsh stuff in their spare time. Just ahead of Alpine Lake Tours' famous GlaGla Race, the Malmö Kanot Klubb have taken it on themselves to organize their own harsh winter race and call it… -
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How To Surf
Learning how to surf is going to take time and skill before you are confidently going to catch and surf a wave. And while some get going relatively easy, others struggle to make any progress at all in their first few sessions. But here's some awesome news for you! Depending on your fitness, the conditions… -
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SurfCloud expands distribution of NSP to Portuguese market
NSP Surf, SUP, Race and Foil is proud to announce that SurfCloud, currently distributing NSP in several European countries has added Portugal, an all-important surf market, to its network. Established in 2001, NSP or “New Surf Project stood at the vanguard of modern surfboard technology, producing light, affordable and ding-resistant surfboards.” NSP Founder Bruce “Buzz”… -
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How to cut a carbon paddle
This tutorial is written for paddlers looking for detailed info on how to cut a carbon paddle. Riders sawing through their own paddle for the first time will appreciate this article especially. We understand your hesitancy at putting a hacksaw to that brand-new carbon shaft, and glueing it up without some proper guidelines. Which is… -
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RICHIE LOVETT & VOLUME SHAPES JOIN THE NSP SHAPERS UNION
NSP is proud to announced that former WCT professional surfer Richie Lovett has officially joined the NSP Shapers Union. Lovett recently introduced his brand, Volume Shapes, along with three new models to an enthusiastic audience at the Global Dealers Conference. Since 2001, the NSP brand has been synonymous with the production of durable, quality epoxy… -
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Ding repair for epoxy surfboards
So in this how-to video on ding repair, we are going to show you how to repair a ding in your epoxy surfboard. In the video, you’ll hear Jonesy mentioning he accidentally let his board slide out of the car, onto the pavement. This caused a minor ding and to be fair, accidents like these… -
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Travis Grant
TRAVIS GRANT Profile: Birthday: November 10 Home Spot: Oahu, Hawaii Disciplines: SUP Racing, Foiling, Surfing Sponsors: NSP, FCS, Patagonia, QB paddles, Maui Jim, Vertra, Onit pro, Olukai INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO One of the world’s most highly regarded and winning SUP Racers, Travis Grant, is also a highly decorated outrigger canoe paddler, surfer and ocean athlete.… -
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Ty Judson talks winning on the Eurotour
Welcome Ty Judson! The Euro tour posted a lead up to Costa Brava that last year you were in between teams but riding a NSP and this year you were going after your first win as an official NSP team rider. Was there any pressure that you felt , did you feel you had anything… -
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Allrounder CocoFlax review by SUP International (UK)
It's good to see the Allrounder Cocoflax Review In the Spring Issue of SUP International, a range of four SUP boards were tested, made by market-leading manufacturers. Three were hardboards and one was inflatable. SUP International has agreed to let us publish the Allrounder Cocoflax review on our own site, so here goes nothing: VERDICT… -
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Ty Judson reviews the NSP Airwave Hydrofoil
About Ty Ty Judson is an International Team rider for NSP, avid racer and overall waterman hailing from Australia. You can follow him on his Facebook channel and instagram under @tyjudson_ Apart from going fast and winning races, Ty’s an experienced foiler. Having tried several models in different constructions, shapes and sizes before, we sent Ty… -
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Thailand Transformation with Flow World Travel
Jessica and Rob are NSP ambassadors, intimately tied to the sport of stand-up paddling and with inexplicable itch to travel the world. As such, Rob owns Flow World Travel, a travel organization combining exotic adventures with the perks of travelling in a group of like-minded souls. Have a look at their website if you want to… -
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Winter Training for SUP Athletes
With the Northern Hemisphere covered in snow, grey skies and long nights, stand-up paddle enthusiasts may find their time on the water is not what it used to be a few months back. Winter Training is important, so how do you go about keeping in shape? After all, stand-up paddling is a little unique compared… -
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Wave pools in 2019
updated Tuesday 8.01.2019 Kelly Slater's Wave Company buys NLand Surf Park Towards the end of last year, World Surf League (WSL), majority shareholders of the Kelly Slater Wave Co., quietly purchased the struggling Texas Surf Park. As mentioned further down in the article, all current manufacturers are still working out kinks and NLand was no… -
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Is Stand Up Paddleboard Racing dying?
What Made me Start Racing All about fun times with this crew in Hood River, 2018. A downwind paddle with Gorge Performance Arriving on the beach. Nervous. Scared. Sweating palms. Wondering if I made the wrong decision. Do I really want to race my stand up paddleboard? Seven years ago. I was introduced to stand… -
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Carolina Reviewed In-Depth
Disclaimer: The paragraphs below were written by Ted Schatz (#IG), a recreational paddler who likes to go fast, just like Ricky-Bobby. So naturally, Ted connected with Jeramie Vaine at one point, who is NSP's North American Team Manager. Bob and Kim were also instrumental, as their shop "Gorge Performance" has been Ted's go-to place for demos and… -
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Ty Judson wins Sand and Sea Festival 2018
The South Coast of NSW comes alive in October when Jervis Bay plays host to Australia’s largest multisport Sand and Sea Festival. Just 2.5 hours south of Sydney, this inaugural festival brings together competition, recreation, clinics and exhibitors showcasing stand-up paddle, windsurfing, kite surfing, ocean paddling and much more. Ty Judson made it to Jervis Bay… -
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NSP’s CocoFlax Technology wins “Product of the Year” at Paddle Expo
NSP's CocoFlax Technology caused a bit of an upset at the Paddle Expo in Nürnberg, Germany. Lauded as one of the biggest conventions in the industry, manufacturers and retailers come together to discuss trends, product development and of course to present their current line-up. In that vein, the Product of the Year award is a… -
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Tripping up at Battle of the Bay SF and still securing 2nd place
Unreal event Battle of the Bay means paddling around one of the most Iconic and famous locations. Cross below the Golden Gate Bridge past Alcatraz looking at the San Fran backdrop. I am super stoked to have competed in this race, with a pretty impressive field of elite paddlers. I was lucky enough to get… -
Titouan wins technical race at Gorge Paddle Challenge 2018
A WORD ON THE GORGE PADDLE CHALLENGE Hood River is a scenic area in Oregon USA renowned amongst watermen and women. Not only is the area incredibly beautiful, it is also home to one of the most famous spots in the world for wind- and kitesurfer and many other sports. What makes the conditions truly unique… -
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Travis wins 4th Molokai title
After this 2018 victory, Travis and NSP now hold the most Molokai wins of anyone competing in this legendary race. This is what Travis had to say after he crossed the finishing line about his battle over 1st place with Connor Baxter: "I got away, but sort of tried to make Connor chase me. You can… -
Noelani wins Sieravuori SUP Masters and wraps up Euro Tour in Finland
"Arriving with my brother Maui on Friday afternoon in Helsinki we made our way three hours drive up north to the small hidden place Sieravuori in the middle of one of Finland’s many forests." "Last year this event marked my first ever participation on the EuroTour and it was great to be back. That same evening we began… -
Marcus Hansen reports from the APP London Sup Open 2018
Last weekend saw the first leg of the APP World Tour with the London SUP Open on the Thames and around the royal docks, both iconic locations. The last and final distance race was held in such uncharacteristic London heat that even the pacific paddlers were melting. Temperatures soared up to 30 degrees Celsius and… -
Travis reports from the APP London Sup Open 2018
Travis Grant is an elite NSP paddle athlete, holding several world titles under his belt, including Molokai, the Carolina Cup, King of the Harbour NZ and countless others. Travis contributed on several articles on this website like: Technique with Travis - Properly securing your board Technique with Travis - Leashes Technique with Travis - Improving… -
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NSP 14’0” x 24” Sonic Pro Carbon reviewed by SUPmag
Note: This review of the 14’0” x 24” Sonic Pro Carbon originally appeared in supmag.fr on May 12th 2018. They had the 2018 Sonic Pro Carbon reviewed as a part of their annual test. Read the entire article in French on the SUPmag website. Pros: Good all round performance, balanced hydrodynamics, good control in surf and downwinders,… -
Titouan takes 1st place at Hossegor 2018
After Bilbao being a river race, the Hossegor race course may start on a canal too, but it is renowned for its Atlantic tide and the more rougher conditions on the open water. Naturally, offshore specialists were eagerly anticipating this event, especially those paddlers who had a bone to pick from previous stages. But with… -
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Four advantages of racing dugout boards – Technique with Titouan
Technique with Tituoan When a competitive edge can make the difference between a 1st or 2nd place on the podium, athletes usually take notice. In SUP racing, a dugout offers an interesting range of advantages over more conventional shapes, allowing a Ninja, Sonic or Carolina more glide, a more efficient paddle stroke and an overall more stable feel despite… -
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Technique with Travis – Properly securing your board
Technique with Travis An often overlooked part of raceboard ownership is the transportation from your training grounds to the race location. Designed for elite racing, these boards have to be handled carefully and packaged appropriately when on the road. And even a short ride means strapping your board to a roof rack in a secure and efficient… -
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Matt Anderson takes the win at Triple Crown SUP Tour – New Zealand
At last week's Bay of Islands Triple Crown event, Matt Anderson dominated with his Sonic and took home the title after racing under a wide variety of conditions: "The Bay of Islands Triple Crown is a 3-day event held at some of New Zealand’s most historic and scenic places. The rules of the competition are… -
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Technique with Travis – Leashes
Technique with Travis This little tutorial on the use of leashes is one of several clips in an NSP exclusive series of short, instructional videos by Travis Grant. In this episode, Travis points out the different options there are and like Travis, we can't stress enough how important the use of a leash is: Always use a… -
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Racing results from last weekend (26th of May)
We’ve gone into the 4th week of the EuroTour last weekend, and Crete was bound to be a special race for NSP, as one of the older athletes (Happy Birthday btw Alain!) who participated has stood at the very cradle of the NSP Racing program. Also congratulations on a well-deserved 41st place ;-) Agios Nikolaos is… -
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Technique with Travis – improve your SUP paddling style
This technique with Travis tutorial is one of several clips in an NSP exclusive series of short, instructional videos by Travis Grant. In this episode he explains how to improve your SUP paddling style. His tips and techniques will help racers like yourself to better and perhaps iron out some of the kinks in your current routines.… -
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Technique with Travis – Choosing SUP paddle length
Technique with Travis This SUP paddle length tutorial is one of several clips in an NSP exclusive series of short, instructional videos by Travis Grant. His tips and techniques will help racers like yourself to improve and perhaps iron out some of the kinks in your current routines. Travis explains choosing the right SUP paddle length… -
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Saving the planet, one Coconut at a time
From the entire NSP line-up, a CocoMat Surfboard is our most environmentally friendly product you can buy, and yet it doesn’t compromise on performance. All thanks to the outstanding performance of the natural fibers used, and some smart R&D for the production process. But very few people know how CocoMat boards actually came about. The… -
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Technique with Travis – How to do buoy turns
Technique with Travis This buoy turn tutorial is one of several clips in an NSP exclusive series of short, instructional videos by Travis Grant. His tips and techniques will help racers like yourself to improve and perhaps iron out some of the kinks in your current routines. Travis explains great buoy turn techniques About Travis Travis… -
Technique with Travis – Racing strategy 101
This week in Technique with Travis, we're going to have a brief chat about SUP racing strategy, and what to do to get the very best out of your training when it's time to compete. Travis of course is no stranger to competition himself, having numerous big titles on his name, and coming in third… -
Technique with Travis – Choosing your SUP fins
Whether you use your SUP for touring, racing or surfing, choosing your SUP fins actually determines the performance of your board. A right fin can make paddling, maneuvering and simply staying on top, that much easier. In the video below, Travis will discuss his two favourite choices and the impact a fin, its placement and… -
Carolina Cup, Travis Grant and the Sonic
Arguably the biggest SUP event in the world right now, the Carolina Cup is about to kick off in two days. Traditionally held at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, the event has been around since 2011. What makes the Carolina Cup so great is the community spirit of the event, where total beginners are just as welcome… -
Technique with Travis – How to do fast beach starts
Technique with Travis This fast beach start tutorial is the first in an NSP exclusive series of short, instructional videos by Travis Grant. His tips and techniques will help racers like yourself to improve and perhaps iron out some of the kinks in your current routines. Travis explains fast beach start techniques About Travis Travis Grant… -
SUP Examiner Reviews Puma 14×23.5
Board Review: NSP Puma 14×23.5 Review by Michael Kelley, republished in full with permission thanks to www.supexaminer.com, photos by IanClampett. In the short history of modern SUP design, most racing boards were designed like sharp-edged destroyers that sliced through the water. The idea is for the bow to pierce through the water and then for…
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2018 NSP Elements Fish Action + Review
Kirsty Delport rides the NSP Elements Fish. More details about the board > https://goo.gl/sVeHWf
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Travis Grant: “the most hardcore race in the history of SUP!” – RedBull Heavy water’s story
Travis Grant: “we all kind of switched from “race mode” to, “let’s maybe play it safe” mode When did you arrive at Ocean Beach, San Francisco? I took the late “red eye” flight on Thursday night from Hawaii to San Fransisco. Not an ideal situation considering the task that lay ahead of me. I have a super busy…
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NSP is going seriously sustainable!
NSP is going seriously sustainable! By the end of 2017, 90 percent of all NSP boards will proudly display Sustainable Surf’s ECOBOARD Project logo, acknowledging the company’s focus and commitment to making more sustainable surf craft. “The brand values of NSP, Nature – Science – Passion, are deeply embedded into every board, so the team…
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Lluis Perroti
Lluis Perroti Profile: Birthday: December 22nd Home Spot: Port Adriano, Mallorca Disciplines: SUP Racing, surfing Sponsors: NSP INSTAGRAM BIO Since I was a child I have been in contact with the sea, as I live in Mallorca and that has generated a great passion in me, which over the years, has been transforming me into… -
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Jake Linley
JAKE LINLEY Profile: Birthday: July 24th Home Spot: Lovell, Maine Disciplines: SUP Racing Sponsors: NSP, Drink Simple Maple Water, Costa Sunglasses INSTAGRAM BIO Born and raised in the Northwest corner of Connecticut. Jake spent much of his youth exploring the outdoors hunting, fishing, hiking and canoeing. He was a three-sport athlete: Soccer, Basketball and Baseball through… -
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Kosei Ito
KOSEI ITO Profile: Birthday: August 25th Home Spot: Anywhere with waves Disciplines: Surf Sponsors: NSP INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK BIO Kosei's introduction to the world of action sports began at a relatively young age—only three years old—when he first stepped on a skateboard. What began as a lighthearted introduction quickly turned into a full-fledged obsession as he… -
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JiWon Han
JIWON HAN Profile: Birthday: November 4th Home Spot: Yangyang, Korea Disciplines: Surf Sponsors: NSP INSTAGRAM WEBSITE BIO Since childhood, I have enjoyed physical activity, enjoyed sports, and loved it. During my school days, I trained Taekwondo for a long time and got a certified four-tier certificate. I like to challenge new things and have a…
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