Stand up Paddling can be extremely fun and a great work out. Nothing beats a good ole-fashion down-winder on a hot summer day.  Learning marine weather forecasts and tide charts can be a great aid in planning a down wind paddle.

Matt Rafferty from Novado, California along with Dianne and Rick from the Main Beach crew, recently enjoyed a fun stand up paddleboard outing on Gardiners Bay.

Stand up Paddling

Proper equipment including a quality paddlebard, paddle, eyewear, uv protection and hydration systems are all part of the down winder experience.

Downwinder

Using a leash in windy conditions is important. A fall in dynamic following seas can mean a great deal of distance between you and your board very quickly.

Stand up Paddleboards

Proper form and technique can help when connecting small waves during a longer outing. Long distances can be covered relatively quickly when you put it all together.

Jimmy Lewis Stand up Paddleboards

A successful downwind paddle can be extremely rewarding. Truly the cumulation of planning, training and experience on the water.

Stop by Main Beach in the Wainscott village and start planning your down wind paddle today. http://www.mainbeach.com

The return of nesting Ospreys to the Peconic Bay Estuary can mean only one thing, its paddling time. What better way to spend a warm and sunny Spring day, than paddling on a beatiful back water area in the Hamptons!

Nesting Ospreys

Hamptons Estuary

Hamptons Nature Tour

Kayak Guide

Kayaking or Standup Paddling sure helps to get the kinks out after a long, cold winter. Main Beach offers great values on all types of paddling equipment and accessories. Jimmy Lewis Stand up Paddleboards, Native Watercraft Kayaks, Werner Paddles and others are in stock now.  Join us on an amazing paddling tour, stop by our Store in Wainscott, NY or check out   http://www.mainbeach.com for more information.