New Orange Hovie SUP Dottie

We have reiceved the new Hovie Orange Dottie board. This pictured was bought the second it came out of the box. We have one left and many other colors of the Dottie boards also.

Hovie has over 30 years of Custom Surfboard manufacturing experience in every aspect of the Surfboard business. This experience has led us to develop the most functional SUP – Stand Up Paddle surfboards in the world. We use the most advanced EPS Foam/Epoxy Resin and PVC epoxy construction methods. These two methods are the strongest and lightest construction weight to strength ratio.

Eco Friendly. Our devotion to the surfing lifestyle and environment keeps us in a continuous search for ECO friendly solutions for new materials and construction methods for a cleaner planet and safer place to surf and paddle.

STAND UP AND BE COUNTED?

Stand-up paddleboards classified as 'vessels' by US Coast Guard; surf zone not affected

Stand-up paddleboards (SUP) are now no different than vessels in the eyes of the U.S. Coast Guard.

This new classification means that SUP users --when outside surf or swim zones or bathing areas -- are required to carry a lifejacket, or Personal Floatation Device (PFD), a whistle and, if out after dark, a flashlight to give fair warning to other boaters that they're in the area.

The Coast Guard is very clear, however, that SUPs in the surf zone will not be subject to the regulations of the new classification.

So, why the sudden need to officially recognize SUP as a vessel?

Paul Newman, the Recreational Boating Safety Program Manager for the 11th Coast Guard District (which encompasses California, Arizona, Nevada and Utah) explains. "The Coast Guard was responding to a query from the Director of the Oregon Marine Board about the status of 'paddleboards.' Apparently, there's been a huge influx of SUPs on Oregon's rivers and inland waterways. This was causing a safety concern because of the mix of boats on the water. Oregon law enforcement officers wanted to know whether SUPs were subject to boating regulations. The current determination does not apply to racing paddleboards like Jaime Mitchell might use in the Molokai race. Those paddleboards are hand-paddled in a kneeling or prone position.

"If you operate on flat water, outside a swimming or bathing area you become just like a kayak. That means the operator has to carry a Coast Guard approved lifejacket and a whistle or other sound-producing device to warn other boaters of his or her presence. You're also required to follow the navigation rules. If you're on a SUP after sunset you also need a flashlight to warn other boaters. I was in Channel Islands Harbor last week after sunset and there were several SUPs paddling around. You could hardly see them from our boat.

"The Coast Guard waived the usual requirement for a manufacturer to put a Hull ID Number (HIN) on the 'vessel,' so no new requirements for manufacturers."

Nate Burgoyne, editor of Stand-up Paddle Surfing magazine, thinks, surprisingly, that the SUP community should thank the U.S. Coast Guard for its recent measure.

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Stand Up Paddle Surfing Dogs

One of the things that's so great about Stand Up Paddle Surfing, is that you can enjoy it with your whole family - and with your whole family I mean dogs included! Here's some awesome pictures of SUP dogs from around the world.

Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox in Hawaii SUP Paddle Surfing

Jennifer Aniston and her good friend Courtney Cox recently broke away for some “girl time” down in the Hawaiian Islands. Paddling a surfboard with a kayak paddle must be a “to do” while on the islands, as Jennifer and Courtney are both giving it a shot. Oh, and you can’t see Courtney in the photo (this was the best one available), but trust me, it’s her… and it looks like she’s about to fall!

Maybe it's because it's fun, but I'm sure she also likes it because SUP is a phenomenal workout. SUP is basically where you stand on a surf board (or kayak) and paddle. If requires a good deal of balance, but it's not about catching waves. SUP can be done on totally flat water and since you are standing up, you are able to get a much better view of what is going on in and out of the water. Being that it is all about balance, SUP basically works every muscle in your body. Not only are you working your legs, but you're also working your arms and core. You'll be improving your fast-twitch muscles (crucial for balance and reaction time), which makes SUP a great cross-training workout since almost all sports/exercises rely on balance and core strength. Plus since you'll probably be falling off a bunch in the beginning, you'll be getting a good workout pulling yourself back onto the board. SUP fans regularly claim that just thirty minutes will work your body much harder than several hours of surfing.

Gavin Rossdale and Pierce Brosnan Stand Up Paddle Boarding in Malibu

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Battle of the boards erupts over paddle surfing

Stand-up paddle surfers use larger boards and paddles to catch waves, but traditional surfers resent the intrusion of the often-novice boarders in their waters.

By Evan Pondel | Correspondent / September 23, 2008 edition


It’s been nearly 30 minutes since the last rideable wave rolled through first point at Malibu, and about three dozen surfers are cold and downright cranky. “Would someone please deposit a token to start the wave machine,” grouses one surfer.

A few chuckles and pseudo dolphin cries later, a wave forms in the distance and a mass migration of surfers begins jockeying for position.

“It’s mine, it’s mine,” a longboarder shouts as he maneuvers his 10-foot projectile in front of the oncoming wall of water. He is sandwiched between 15 other surfers, all of whom are charging the same wave with ravenous eyes and visions of 10-toe glory.

And then there’s Tom Tilberg, already standing on his board and gracefully sweeping the water with a paddle like a gondolier. Two quick strokes and he’s the first one in the wave, enjoying a 50-yard ride that ends with a frothy finish.

“It’s just too easy to get into waves on this thing,” says Mr. Tilberg, riding his stand-up paddle board. “Sometimes you get dirty looks.”

Wave envy – or perhaps animosity – runs deep in southern California as more people jockey to ride the same crowded breaks. Now a new form of surfing is gaining popularity that is adding to the congestion off coastlines around the country.

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Southern California's toll road to nowhere

The Foothill South is a toll road to nowhere through San Onofre State Beach in northern San Diego County, a particularly popular state park that despite its name also includes a large portion of undeveloped inland canyon. The road would traverse the length of this rustic canyon and cut through a private nature preserve in south Orange County and an ancient Native American village that is still used for ceremonies. Because the toll would be costly and the road would divert commuters away from the employment centers to which they most commonly drive, its ability to substantially reduce traffic on a chronically congested section of Interstate 5 is questionable; on the toll road most similar to this project, the San Joaquin Hills, ridership remains low. What about this is in the national interest?

Surfing on the Qiantang River Tidal Bore, China

This is sooo Sick! Looks like fun,..not clean,...but fun! Imagine on a Stand Up Paddle Board

Whats the best way to ride-surf open ocean swells and ship wakes?

Whats the best or funnest way to ride/surf open ocean swells and ship wakes? Stand up paddle board, surf ski, outrigger surf ski or kayak?

Stand up paddle surfing all the way! You'd never believe what they are doing on open ocean swells here in Hawaii. Phenomenal. They'll ride those things for miles, carving and turning. I got my first stand up paddle surfboard over a year ago and I haven't pulled out any of my other traditional surfboards since. www.supsurfmag.com is a good resource to see what it's all about.

What is better surfing or paddle surfing?

Stand Up Paddle Surfing?

Surfing?

Surfing has it's benefits as well as SUP (stand up paddle) surfing does. Surfing is great if you want just a board that you can paddle yourself into and catch a wave - perhaps do a couple of tricks on the wave and you can socialise while waiting for sets. SUP surfing allows you to not only catch virtually ANY wave you want to - big or minute. Not only that, but you can paddle around just for exercise or socialise with fellow SUP surfers. The only problem is that the SUP set up is far more expensive than that of most surfing set ups. It's not a matter of which is better, but which most appeals, which you can afford, which aspects of the sports you like most, etc. Completely up to you.