UK watersports blog:
guides, tips and inspiration

The Best Kitesurfing Spots in the UK

The best kitesurfing spots in the UK, from Hayling Island to West Wittering: wind, water state, ability level and the best…

The Best Surf Spots in Cornwall

The best surf spots in Cornwall, from Fistral to Sennen Cove: wave type, ability level, tides and honest local advice for…

Where to Paddleboard in the UK: Best Spots

Where to paddleboard in the UK: the best lakes, estuaries and coastlines for SUP, chosen by ability level and the kind of day…

How to Choose a Surfboard: Buying Guide

A plain-English guide to choosing a surfboard: volume, length, shape and the four main board types, with sizing tips for UK…

Men's Surf Wetsuit: UK Buying Guide

Surf Poncho & Changing Robe: Buying Guide

Surf poncho and changing robe buying guide: towelling ponchos vs waterproof changing robes, zip or no zip, sizing and how to…

Surf Sunscreen: Reef-Safe Buying Guide

Surf sunscreen buying guide: SPF and reef-safe guidance, how to apply it, and how to protect your skin and the sea on every…

Best Budget Inflatable SUP: What to Look For

How to choose a budget inflatable SUP without getting caught out: PVC thickness, rigidity, a complete package and what to look…

Family Paddleboarding: Kit and Spots to Choose

Family paddleboarding: what kit to pack, which stretches of water to pick and how to plan a simple, safe outing with children.

Inflatable SUP Care: Cleaning & Storage

How to care for an inflatable SUP: rinsing, drying, inflation pressure, winter storage and fixing a leak, so your board lasts…

Paddleboard or Kayak: Which to Choose?

Paddleboard or kayak: a full comparison by use (touring, fishing, speed, transport, learning) to help you choose the right one…

Paddleboarding With Kids: Tips and Safety

Paddleboarding with kids: the right age to start, which board to choose, safety rules and mistakes to avoid for a happy first…

Paddleboarding With Your Dog: Tips and Safety

Paddleboarding with your dog: how to get them used to the board, which SUP to choose, safety kit and mistakes to avoid for a…

SUP for Beginners: Start Paddleboarding

A beginner's guide to stand-up paddleboarding: choosing your first board, the kit you need, your first strokes on the water…

Windsurfing for Beginners: Complete Guide

Windsurfing for beginners: the ideal kit, the learning steps, the best UK spots to start and how to progress quickly to planing.

Kitesurf Wetsuit: Buying Guide

Choosing a kitesurf wetsuit: thickness, zip type, seams and our recommendations by rider profile for UK water temperatures.

Surf Foil for Beginners: Safety Guide

Surf foil for beginners: how a foil works, the prerequisites, recommended kit and safe places to start out on the water.

Surf for Beginners: Complete Guide

From your first whitewater wave to standing up: our complete programme for learning to surf, on your own or at a surf school.

Wing Foil for Beginners: Getting Started

What wing foiling is, the gear you need and where to start: our complete beginner's guide to getting into the sport.

Choosing a Bodyboard: Buying Guide

Rails, tail shape and sizing for your build: our buying guide for choosing the right bodyboard, from a first board to more committed gear.

Best Time to Go: A World Wind & Wave Guide

Caribbean, Canary Islands, UK: our season-by-season guide to knowing where to find wind or waves at any time of year.

Inflatable Kayaking: A Beginner's Guide

Solo or tandem, essential gear, safety and where to paddle: our complete guide to getting into inflatable kayaking.

Manual vs Electric SUP Pump

Pressure, inflation time, power source: our full comparison to help you choose the right pump.

How to Store & Transport Your Inflatable SUP

Drying, folding, backpacks and winter storage: our tips for making your inflatable SUP last.