River Paddle Boarding

Chafee national wildlife refuge narrow river kayaks is here to help share this truly spectacular and unique waterway by kayak canoe or stand up paddle board.

River paddle boarding.

Narrow river is one of southern new england s premier paddle sport destinations and with its waterfront location at the doorstep of the john h. Most of the waterways which require a licence to paddle on are covered in british canoeing or canoe wales membership. Yes river sup is paddle boarding but it is also a river sport that get s a lot of it s influence from kayaking and rafting. Never ever paddle alone.

Inflatable stand up paddle boards are hands down the best type of paddle boards for rivers and streams. You can use a stand up paddleboard anywhere on our canal and river network except for certain tunnels and aqueducts. You need a licence to paddle on canal river trust and environment agency waterways plus other actively maintained waterways including the norfolk broads. Of course the inflatable story of easy travel and storage applies but.

Surfable river waves especially smaller ones described as holes often have very little space in front of them which demands a shorter board with more upward curve in the nose when compared to a board that would be used in the ocean. The right inflatable paddleboard will feature super durable construction and increased stability compared to rigid boards that make them ideal for handling a river s rough and. For safety reasons we don t allow paddleboards to go through locks so you will have to walk around these and rejoin the water further along. And look for paddle classes and clinics when guys like dan gavere or charlie mcaurther come to town.

Most down river sup paddlers prefer river specific inflatable boards isups. Surfing stationary river waves makes very different demands on a sup board than ocean surfing. Paddle boarding is the fastest growing sport in the world. But finding the best inflatable sup for rivers is a challenging task for a beginner.

No offense intended surfers whitewater paddle boarding has more in common with surfing than flat water paddle boarding. Go with someone that has experience and better yet take lessons from certified river outfitters. And the most exciting type of paddle boarding is whitewater river running. With a little tuition from our team you can be cruising down the river with your children mates or even your pooch.

Accessible safe and fun. Stand up paddle boarding sup is the ideal water sport for all ages. In our area we have shops like alpinequest sports and colorado kayak supply that can introduce you in the right way. River surfing park and play board shapes.