Why LockRacks?

One of my biggest issues with SUP / Surf travel by car has always been the roof-rack and straps to hold the boards down whilst you cruise from spot to spot. Even if it was just a Saturday morning and I was going down to beach for a quick paddle. I had to get the boards onto the car, then get the straps (untangle them 1st most of the time) and do the whole rig of getting the straps over, walking around the car to do so and then back. Then get the strap through the clamp (mission sometimes when the strap ends are frayed), then pull till it's tight and tie the loose ends down. Taking the boards down at the beach was easier but then coming home I had to do the same again to fasten the boards - with tired arms. Anyone who transports any type of board, canoe or kayak regularly will agree I'm sure.

Then I saw a couple of guys drive around town with these arm type things on the roof-rack that hold their board down. I googled it and and came across the LockRack Youtube channel, it looked like a good system and the reviews I read were all positive. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that the system founder was a Saffa, from Durban - Brad Foster. I decided to get myself one to see if it will make my life easier.

Read the rest here: My LockRacks

The Cape Town SUP Rocket

After doing a review on the ZealSurf Rocket, I decided that this is the board I want. I've had my VanHunks 9'6 for a while now, it's an older model - 2014 if I recall correctly - and whilst that is a good solid beginner / intermediate SUP Surf board I felt I wanted a more progressive board. The aim is to take my surfing up a notch.

I've always been impressed by the quality and finishing of the other ZealSurf boards I've seen eg. the Easy Glider ....... read the rest here > http://capetownsup.com/sup/surf/item/80-cape-town-sup-rocket

 

Hydrofoils for SUP Geeks...

Every now and then there is a news flash on it, slowly but surely the word is getting out - some recon this is the next big thing, others skeptically look at it and shake their heads. 1st it was Laird Hamilton on a surfboard that made the surfing headlines and now more recently Kai Lenny on a SUP that had the social media networks buzzing....

Hydrofoils..... or just Foils for short.

But apart from the fact that it looks kinda weird floating above the water and it also looks like a mission to carry, I don't really know much about it. When Ian from ZealSurf let it drop that he is planning to build a locally designed Hydrofoil SUP I went round asking some questions.


CTS: What is a hydrofoil stand up board? find out here..

How to Choose the Right SUP Paddle

I spoke to Tyran Cooper, the Brand Manager for Coreban at Xpression on the Beach in Muizenberg recently regarding SUP Paddles and here is what he had to say: 

What makes a good beginner paddle for surfing, cruising & touring respectively?

When buying your new paddle, it is important to find the right paddle for your needs. Blade size and paddle length are the two main factors to consider..

Blade size is a key when choosing a paddle.[click here to read the rest of the story]

Women Who SUP: Melissa Volker

This week we interview Blogger, Writer, Tweeter and SUP girl extraordinaire - Missy!

 Name: Melissa Volker (for formal occasions and when I am in trouble with my Mom.) I have been called Missy since I can remember.

Age: Hahahaha. You're kidding right?  On a public platform?  I am a smidge north of forty. I'll just leave that there.

Read the rest here ---->  Missy Volker

Playing around in the surf with my SUP & GoPro.

Playing around in the surf with my SUP & GoPro. This was at Surfers Corner with a cleanish 2ft swell...

Board: VanHunks 9'6 Impi

Women who SUP: Caroline Hossack

a Short interview with my long time friend, super woman and all round water girl. She can do it all, believe me - from surfing, kitesurfing, skateboarding, biking & art work - I've seen her do it all and had the privilege of sharing a couple of waves with her on numerous occasions.....

So here we go: [Read the rest here]Caroline Hossack