Paddle Boards

BEFORE YOU BEGIN:

To help us take care of our equipment (and ensure your safety), please follow these simple guidelines:

• Please avoid dragging the board or its plastic skeg (fin) across rocks or sand.

• Don’t climb onto the board in shallow water, deeper water is gentler on both board and paddler.

• Always return the board to the stand when you're done; please don’t leave it on the beach.

• Never stand the board upright on its skeg, and avoid leaving it in direct sunlight, as heat may cause it to over-pressurise and rupture.

TOP TIPS FOR SETTING UP AND USING YOUR PADDLE:

• Adjust the paddle so the top of the handle is about 25 mm (an inch) above your fingertips when you raise your arms.

• Hold the paddle so it’s angled forward when paddling.

• Keep your feet shoulder-width apart and square to the board (not in a surfing stance).

• Paddle close to the board to maintain a straight path.

• To catch a wave: start by paddling parallel to the wave, and turn at the last moment so you're lined up at a right angle when it reaches you.

• In an emergency: lie flat on the board, tuck the paddle blade under your chest with the handle pointing up, and paddle with your hands, like a surfboard.

A FEW FINAL REMINDERS:

• Be aware of tide and current conditions before heading out.

• Have fun! Paddleboarding is great exercise and a wonderful way to explore the lagoon.