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Keeping SUP Safety in perspective
How safe is SUP really? How much do we need to know about SUP safety in order to be safe?
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Leash or buoyancy aid – which is most important for SUP?
Up until fairly recently, the answer to this question would have been straightforward and unanimous…
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Think about that water temperature!
It’s getting warmer, but the water is still really cold – and if you fall into cold water you are at risk of cold water shock, which claims many lives around the world every year. Here’s what you need to know.
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Signalling Mirror
One of the most under-rated emergency comms devices. Super simple, light, waterproof yet incredibly effective!
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Ocean & Earth surf hat
There are many hats available like this now, but this O&E version has always stood out as being particularly good quality. My hat has taken an incredible pounding over the last 3-4 years…
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Fox 40 Whistle
This might seem a strange thing to warrant a review on, but honestly – there are whistles, and there are whistles! And for just a few dollars you can massively upgrade your comms ability with this little fella…