SUP Boarding

There was a first peak of summer weather on the weekend and we couldn't resist getting the SUP board out for a debut paddle.  The whole family had fun and it is certainly more difficult than it looks!


Cold and Nervous



Young and Effortless



Hot and Intense

The balancing aspect does take some getting used to.  I discovered quickly that my four men will call endlessly from the shore but it is very tricky to turn back, let alone answer them.  New Family Rule:  no calling the paddler while she/he is struggling out on the swell. 

We each had our turn to fall in the icy water but it was all in good fun.  Our friends, the Zwitsers came down to the river to spectate and ended up all giving it a go.   After a couple of hours of beach soccer, kayaking, swimming and SUP boarding, we gathered at the Deep Water Point Cafe for coffees to thaw out while the children had ice creams! 

I can't wait for summer and the fun times we are all going to have on my board.  What a great gift.