What to wear for paddle surfing?

To enjoy a perfect day with your paddle surf board, it is essential to bring some essential equipment. These accessories will not only make the outing an unforgettable experience, but will also help you do it safely.

If you have questions about what to bring for paddle surfing, stay on this post because we are going to list the elements, accessories, and resources that we recommend for each route.

What to take paddle surfing? Basic list of personal equipment

Beyond your board and paddle, among what you should take paddle surfing are some other basic equipment elements with which you will have a perfect route.

First, safety. Keep the leash with you at all times, so, in case of a fall, you avoid being adrift or the board moving too far away. It is recommended, even mandatory, to use a life jacket to maximize safety in paddle surfing.

The list of personal equipment includes other essential items:

• Dry bag: this is where you will store all the valuables you carry with you, such as car keys or documentation, keeping them safe and protected from water and moisture.
• Waterproof case: ideal for your mobile phone, this case allows you to comfortably carry it around your neck, preventing water from entering and allowing you to use it if necessary.
• Inflator: Even if you are going to bring the inflated board from home in the car, it is advisable to carry the inflator with you in case the SUP accidentally loses pressure. This way, in a matter of seconds, you can have your board inflated again to the recommended pressure of between 12 and 15 PSI.
• Towel: It never hurts to bring a towel. You may need it to dry your hands or if you get wet and feel cold. Whatever the case, a light towel is part of the personal equipment for paddle surfing.
• Sunglasses and/or hat: sunglasses and a hat will protect your eyes and head from sunlight. Consider taking these accessories with you when you go out on a route with your paddle surf board. When it's hot, it's also good to cool off from time to time. Consider making a few stops on your route to get in the water.
• Water: remember that it will be hot and you will be undergoing physical exertion. Therefore, proper hydration is important. Bring water or an isotonic drink to replenish fluids and electrolytes.
• Energy bars: to avoid running out of energy, you can carry some energy bars in the waterproof bag. This food provides you with carbohydrates, proteins and healthy fats, as well as vitamins and minerals that will give you energy to continue paddling.

Safety: what to take on long trips

Long paddle surf routes involve spending several hours sailing on the high seas. To ensure that everything goes as planned, it is essential to take some precautions and safety measures. Stand-Up Paddle can be a demanding sport in certain circumstances, where heat and physical exertion can play tricks on you if they are not taken into account.

Therefore, the list of essentials to take paddle surfing includes some items that will make the route easier. Among those that should not be missing on any long trip are:

• Life jacket: depending on the scenarios, a life jacket or buoyancy aid may be mandatory. It is important to keep in mind that it is a safety accessory designed to help you when you need it most, so it never hurts to take it with you on long trips, even if you are not going far from the coast.
• Leash: Although it is also on the basic personal equipment list, the leash is a safety element that we recommend you always wear when practicing paddle surfing. Its function is to prevent the board from moving away due to waves or current if you fall into the water, preventing you from drifting away.
• Sunscreen: If you are going to spend many hours in the sunlight, applying cream with a high sun protection factor is always a good idea to prevent skin irritation.
• Mobile phone: A resource in case of emergency. It is a good idea to carry your mobile phone with you so that, if necessary, you can call for help. Store it in the dry bag to keep it safe at all times.

Dry bag: what to put inside and how to organize it

When we do Stand-Up Paddle Surfing, there are some essential items that you can take with you, such as keys, documentation, or a mobile phone. For all of them, the dry bag is an ideal place to store them, keeping them away from water and safe from falls or losses thanks to the elastic bands that secure it to the board.

With a capacity of 5 liters, the dry bag has enough space to store almost anything you can take on a paddle surfing trip. It can hold a towel, a bottle of water, or even some food if you are going to spend several hours on the route.

It is best to use a dry bag to store items that cannot get wet, such as your mobile phone or car keys. You can also put items such as a light towel, a cap or clothing, as well as a bottle of water, some food, sunscreen or even a camera if you like to take snapshots of every moment.

To organize each object inside, reserve the bag for those you consider essential and most important. Avoid putting bulky objects that take up a lot of space, so you can make better use of each liter of capacity. Do not fill it completely so you can close it and prevent water from entering.

Its waterproof coating prevents water from entering, while the security buckle strap allows you to take it wherever you want or secure it to the board.

To keep everything you are going to take paddle surfing dry and safe, roll the top of the bag and join the two ends of the buckle, this will achieve a watertight seal that will prevent water from entering even if the bag is submerged. Finally, use the elastic bands to keep the bag secured while you navigate.

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