Foil Drive Universal Mini Pod Launch | Low-Drag Upgrade
The new Foil Drive Universal Mini Pod launches on 16 June 2026. It is a lower-drag, toolless universal motor pod designed to give compatible Foil Drive V2 removable cable setups...
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Foil Drive Universal Mini Pod Launch | Low-Drag Upgrade
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Starboard Acute Carbon Construction: The Devil’s in the Detail
If you’ve ever ridden two boards of the “same” shape and wondered why one feels alive underfoot while the other feels a bit muted, you already understand the point of...
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Choosing a Surfboard for UK Conditions (If You’re Not a Full-Time Surfer)
Buying a surfboard in the UK can feel intimidating — especially if you don’t surf every day, don’t live by the coast, or are coming from paddleboarding. The reality is...
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Duotone Foil Boards 2026: what’s what, what works best, and for who
Duotone foil board range explained in plain English — freeride vs mid-length vs downwind — with setup routes and demo options at The SUP Company.
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Surf Foiling Explained: Glide More, Paddle Less
Surf foiling is one of the biggest shifts in wave riding to arrive in the UK in recent years.
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Why We Rate Jobe Inflatable SUPs
Confused by the Jobe SUP range? Tony from The SUP Company breaks down the Yarra, Duna, and more. Honest advice on the heat-bonded tech, 5-year warranty, and which board suits...
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River SUP Safety: The Definitive Guide to Navigating UK Inland Waterways
On the surface, a slow-moving river like the Thames, the Wye, or the Great Ouse looks like a mirrored paradise. But as any experienced paddler will tell you, rivers are...
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The Ultimate Red Paddle Co 2026 Buying Guide: Which Board is Right for You?
When people ask me why Red Paddle Co remains the benchmark for inflatable paddleboards in the UK, I don’t talk about marketing. I talk about the boards we see coming back...
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Red Paddle Co Sport Range Comparison: Precision, Performance & The Future Series
For the paddler who has outgrown their first all-rounder and wants more from their time on the water, the Red Paddle Co Sport range is the definitive next step. While...
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The Ultimate Inflatable Paddleboard Buying Guide: Getting it Right the First Time
If you are looking to get into paddleboarding in the UK, you’ve likely noticed that the market is flooded. From supermarket aisles to high-end specialist shops like ours, the price...
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Best Touring Paddleboards for 2026: Gear That Goes the Distance
In the UK, touring isn't always about glassy water and sunshine. It’s about being five miles out and having the wind pick up, or navigating the tidal flow of the...
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Woven Dropstitch: Why This Tech is the End of the "Banana" Board
If you’ve ever paddled a cheap inflatable in the UK, you’ve likely felt it: that subtle (or not-so-subtle) "bounce" every time you take a stroke or hit a small wave....
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Best Beginner Inflatable Paddleboards for 2026: The Specialist’s Selection
For 2026, the technology in the beginner bracket has matured. At The SUP Company, we’ve put the latest fleet through their paces at our Test Centre to find the boards...
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iSUP vs. Hard Boards: The Professional’s Guide to Making the Right Call
At The SUP Company, we see the trade-offs every day at our Test Centre. A high-end inflatable will outperform a cheap hard board any day of the week, but a...
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