For those intrigued with surfing but find it intimidating, stand up paddleboarding or paddle surfing (SUP) may be an alternative that’s easier to learn and offers an excellent workout. SUP is also popular with women, and Siren, the company that designs boards specifically for women, has introduced the Hot Pursuit Down-Wind Racing SUP.From Siren: “Building upon its collaboration with Channin Surfboards and CS Composite Engineering, Siren has created a unique and fast shape that caters specifically to the down-wind SUP racing arena.
The product of rigorous R&D and beginning as a 3D model based in proven hydrodynamic theory, a lightweight polystyrene core is precision machined and finished to exacting tolerances before being laminated with carbon fiber in an ultra-high modulus epoxy matrix. This shell is then sanded, painted and clear coated before entering the post curing phase. The 12.6 x 28 x 4.5-inch result is a nimble stand-up paddle board that is as fast as it is stable. Continue reading Siren Introduces SUP Board with ‘Unique, Fast Design’