Our first family SUP Camping adventure / SUPboarder vlog

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Its been on our SUP bucket list for a while now but our first family SUP camping adventure has definitely got us wanting more!
With the perfect weather window approaching and Izzy desperate to do some camping, we planned our first family SUP adventure. It would involve a one way paddle route with an overnight beach camp spot. We took all our food and equipment with us, leaving nothing but footsteps in the sand along the way.
We hope this inspires you to try your own family SUP adventure. It has definitely made us realise that there are so many more adventures to be had as a family with a SUP!
Remember :
Start off small with a short distance.
Paddle an area that you know well.
Do your research - understand your tides (if on the sea) and weather conditions.
Stay in your comfort zone and plan for every possibility and exist route. This is very important especially when paddling with kids!
Tell other people where you are going and your plans and route.
Take your time and enjoy every moment.
We also tracked our paddle on the GeoSUP app.
It also has a great function allowing you to 'Share your location' with others, so they can watch where you are live at any point on your adventure. A great safety feature too.

[@TrangNguyen-ch3fp]

The little girl is so thoughtful with such excellent collaboration 😍

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you!

[@andysurridge]

That was probably one of the best sup adventure films I've watched thank you guys.

[@SUPboardermag]

Hi Andy. Wow, Thanks that really means a lot. Glad you enjoyed it 👍🏼. Reuben

[@zegomes4344]

Jollknp

[@zegomes4344]

SUPboarder ei lok.a

[@zegomes4344]

Dsdu grande

[@oldskull70]

Indeed!!!!

[@saraharnold1317]

And that is the life I want for my kids. We've always loved beaches and swim year round. I will be getting my first sup for my birthday can't wait foe the adventures x

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it Sarah ;-)

[@avrillawless]

Simply wonderful to watch. Thank you for sharing. Live in Cornwall so might have to follow your route at some point x

[@SUPboardermag]

Have fun!

[@dardoux]

Miles of smiles, great video. I really enjoyed it. 👍😊

[@SUPboardermag]

Wicked 😀

[@HK19691]

Such an awesome trip!!! Thanks for making that video. Loved it!!

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joeorme6870]

Looks amazing, im in south devon with a little one on the way. I can't wait till the missus, myself and the little one will be able to do stuff like this!

[@SUPboardermag]

Hi Joseph. You will have loads of good paddling ahead of you with the family. Start them young, take your time and make it as fun as possible. Happy paddling Reuben

[@joeorme6870]

@@SUPboardermag cheer dude! Very much looking forward to it, I think sup is a great thing to get them into, thanks for the advice it's appreciated! 😁

[@Rubiodiamante]

What a lovely and entertaining video once again. Seeing the whole family participate was super nice! Keep up the good work, mate!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you! Will do!

[@johnlupo9577]

Excellent video to inspire me to try it. 👍 Thanks

[@SUPboardermag]

That is so cool to hear you are inspired by this video. If you need more information, make sure to check out our Getting Into Touring series: supboardermag.com/what-are-you-interested-in/?_site_search=Getting+into+SUP+touring Thanks, Beau

[@AlleyCat888]

I hope to do a little SUP adventure soon, and your video is so inspiring in terms on what could be achieved. Your family time together is so beautiful.

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it, get out there and find an adventure .

[@MoonyMark]

Your little girl is a credit to you.. go Izzyy..!!.. bin the tablet, go supping..

[@SUPboardermag]

Woohoo 🙌 Thanks for the comment.

[@PeteRoberts1966]

Wow! I'd love to do this. I've just ordered my first ISUPB today - iRocker All Rounder 11' so maybe one day I'll be able to. I live in Northampton but will be on holiday in North Devon in August & can't wait to get out & have a paddle board adventure. Where about were these beaches? Looks great. 👍🏻

[@SUPboardermag]

That's awesome Pete! Glad you are getting into paddling, and one day hopefully touring. We like to keep these beaches a secret but they're on the Cornwall side of Plymouth. Cheers, Beau

[@Lynnwilliamsmusic]

Wow this is amazing! I didnt know you could do and see so much on a sup!

[@SUPboardermag]

This is only the start...

[@JR-Osmu]

It is really inspiring to see your videos and your recommendations . We are relativly new to sup-paddeling and i‘d love to see the south coast again. I think we should plan our next tour to england. Thanks for your videos and greetings from germany

[@SUPboardermag]

Great to hear! Yeah get back over in the summer. Thanks Reuben

[@douglasross9191]

That is just a great family adventure. Thanks for the video n

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks Douglas 👍🏼

[@goexplore318]

Nice looks like a fun Adventure . Keep on paddling 🖐️

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks, will do!

[@MrPielips]

fantastic family time. Thank you for sharing

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks for the comment

[@locusportbzh]

yeah !!! so cool 🤙🏻

[@johnhilton2327]

Wow, great memories for the little one, your so lucky living down south.

[@SUPboardermag]

We do live in an amazing place but its crazy how many places get over looked. Including inland waterways and lakes too.

[@MuddlingAbout]

Great vlog - very inspiring and such a great experience for your family!. Next time it would be good if you could give some tips about camping without leaving any trace.

[@SUPboardermag]

Great suggestion! Yes we will do this into a video for sure.

[@alee3146]

Delightful video, thanks for sharing. Left coast of Canada.

[@SUPboardermag]

Loads of good paddling off there I can imagine. Thanks Reuben

[@kristin3613]

i would be scared to bring my boy out in the ocean but i would def do a river SUP trip or do lake powell in AZ that would be chill af to bring your kids on anyway i love the vid thank you for sharing

[@SUPboardermag]

Hey Kristin, Yes a River or lake SUP could be a great option. Take your time, plan lots of stops and remember it doesn't have to be that far. Maybe just paddle somewhere for lunch to start off. Thanks Reuben

[@lntkernow]

Loved this video! Looking at buying our first board and exploring the bay, Do you live local? I live at Freathy! :)

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah we are down the hill. See you on the water . Thanks Reuben

[@deanbiffin]

Nice one! Inspired me to get mine out there 👍

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it!

[@MrBrackley88]

You are awesome parents.

[@SUPboardermag]

Cool, Thanks Reuben

[@aidanrendle8245]

being from Torpoint this is ideal watching for me

[@SUPboardermag]

Close to home 👍🏼

[@artistgaryhammond7602]

Great sup adventure and good videoing😊

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you 👍

[@ogzapatah]

Hi, that was very inspirational...i have a question, what Is the name of the white cooler you usted no the SUP?

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks Oscar . Yeah thats the Aqua Marina Fishing cooler , it on here www.aquamarina.com/products/sup-equipment/. Its a nice piece of kit. Thanks Reuben

[@WarbirdPylonRacer]

Good show mate!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks!

[@spacewalker9375]

That must have been a crazy workout

[@SUPboardermag]

Nah, it with a downwind paddle all the way really.

[@chrisandsamlivingthedream]

Awesome...

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks 🤗

[@billyslittlebigadventurech9050]

excellent. I'm just getting into SUP boarding. I'm awaiting for you to get your app on android. Thanks for the video. :-)

[@SUPboardermag]

Working on it!

[@BambiCorroIII]

What an awesome little girl! Anyway was it shot on a gopro or something?

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks, Yes it was shot on a Gopro black 8. Great little camera.

[@BambiCorroIII]

SUPboarder looks great especially without the fisheye

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah agree.

[@welshpaddler]

excellent

[@SUPboardermag]

Many many thanks

[@h-dawg969]

Where is this filmed?

[@SUPboardermag]

South coast of Cornwall UK

[@WindTechInsights]

watching this, him, eating on his SUP conveniently...while I am struggling to stand up stable on my SUP...so embarrassing.

[@SUPboardermag]

I have been doing it a few years. 🤙 Thanks Reuben

[@BermudaTrails]

Mate, that is definitely one of the coolest Sup videos I have seen in a long time. What an awesome adventure.

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for saying, it means a-lot to hear all the positive comments. Reuben

[@dominicburns3366]

What magical memories for all of you! Just wonderful to see. Time to get planning....

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it.

[@jorbedo]

Get a ISLE 15' Megalodon, plenty of space for the whole family, take a small one as a backup.

[@iw5744]

How wonderful! Such a wholesome video. Watch a couple of vids on building up a fire properly though. Get a fire steel too. Just a friendly tip for the future. Loved this vid!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks for the tips! I'm always in a rush to start fishing lol. Reuben

[@ktramusicviolon]

Absolutely amazing video! I 'd love to do something like this with my children. Greetings from Chile!

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it!

[@TruuGemini]

The sea is so calm!!! I’ve watched this video many times, it’s so amazing to see a family trip.

[@SUPboardermag]

It really is! we hope to do it again this year.

[@MySugarCookiesCo]

This is amazing. Absolutely loved your video! Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad you liked it!

[@robne6712]

Your wife rocks!! great fam video m8!!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks 👍 She's pretty cool!

[@robkemp091983]

Looks awesome, I want to sup on the coast but I get worried I can't get back to shore , need some advice on it

[@SUPboardermag]

Don't go too far away from the shore and make sure to prepare and read the forecasts. Lots of safety information coming out on our channel about this!

[@olibolton4633]

Im just impressed that someone that young was able to read while lying down on a moving paddle board😁

[@SUPboardermag]

Too right!

[@madxperiment6366]

What an amazing trip. I would like to do the same soon 😍😍

[@SUPboardermag]

Let’s hope you can plan for one in 2022!

[@humbertodamasiocosta7407]

Família feliz.

[@adamfox264]

Lovely video. Keep up the good work 🙂✌️

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you so much 😁

[@Zach-ze6ep]

Hey great video. Love seeing family adventures like this. I had a question though that I hope you could weigh in on. I have a 5 year old and a wife who both want to get into SUP. I have a Blackfin XL and do fine with it but I am trying to figure out the best thing to do for them. My wife is shorter, 4'11 and my daughter will be taller but for now is only 3'6. I know my wife could handle the 10'6 or 11 iRocker All Arounder but is there a major disadvantage to a kid learning to paddle on a longer adult board that they could grow into?

[@SUPboardermag]

Hey Zach. Good question. The only disadvantage to putting smaller kids or paddlers on bigger boards is that they will generally find them a bit slower to paddle because they are heavier especially for their body weight. . Definitely look at going for a light aboard as possible, the length isn't so much of an issue over the weight. But you can always increase the speed and enjoyment by adding on a small tow line to them so they don't feel they're having to paddle so hard to keep up with you. So I feel a bigger board is fine but keep the weight down of the board as much as possible making it easier for them to push the board across the water. Thanks Reuben

[@Zach-ze6ep]

@@SUPboardermag Thank you so much for the great answer. That makes me choice easier. Keep up the great work, I love your channel.

[@corkaczarownicy]

Before I watch this, I wanted to appreciate you mentioning the hunting and fishing as something one might want to skip.

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad we could help to let you know about the content. Thanks for the comment. Beau

[@corkaczarownicy]

@@SUPboardermag It was such a cool trip! I already started planning my exploration paths for the summer, although without st ying over night. We only paddled a couple of times, so don't really know our abilities. And we don't have compact camp gear, so maybe next year, but still. It was a great inspiration to start planning

[@ВладимирИванов-ч1ш]

😊

[@lindsaysmith9785]

This was great thanks

[@SUPboardermag]

glad you liked it

[@kevywilliams3304]

What a cool little girl :)

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks!

[@paulsslightlyactivelife]

As a bikepacker with a little bit of kayak experience I was drawn to your film and loved every minute. I've taken my boys camping for the last few years and would love to try taking to water in the future. Wonderful stuff 👍🏄

[@SUPboardermag]

That is awesome! Thanks for the comment . Have fun Reuben

[@irishsupdublin]

You got so lucky with the weather guys. Really enjoyed the watch and thank you for explaining why you chose the boards you used, I was wondering right from the start.

[@SUPboardermag]

Hey Paul. Yes good weather. Board wise.. As you know we have a load of boards here to choose from but we weren't that worried about going that fast and I really love the bungees and setup of these boards. Means I could take more fishing stuff lol. Thanks Reuben

[@teamturner3933]

Love. I can’t wait until we expand our family and take trips like this. Did y’all swim in wetsuits because of the water temps? I noticed you weren’t paddling in them.

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah the water temp was 18C and the air was about 24C. We did have a swim without them too but only quickly brrrr. Glad you are going to get the family out there. Have fun, Thanks Reuben

[@ccmjonnyh8187]

Love this!! bit disappointed though ... no Gar fish anywhere ;) , ps. nice paddle Reuben, is that the medium blade?

[@SUPboardermag]

No Garfish whoop... Yes this was a M blade size. I loved it for the longer distance paddles . Reuben

[@climbjay]

Amazing. Can’t put a price on those kind of memories.

[@SUPboardermag]

too right!

[@pvanhart]

What a sweet video, thank you.

[@14Mentalist]

I've only paddleboarding and kayaking 🛶 for a year almost to date. I can't stress how much I absolutely love it. This is such a beautiful video of you and your family out. So heart warming and Izzy is so adorable. I can see how loving your family is. What an amazing video of your Fantastic holiday. This year for me is gonna be a camping kayak trip or paddleboard with the misses I really can't wait 💕⛵️🛶⚓️🚣🌊

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@FortheLoveofCycling]

Very nice

[@kevywilliams3304]

I wouldn’t leave my board on the sand all the way out of water .

[@stephenmassey5112]

BRILLIANT, i have just got a sup and very keen to try this one day. I am a kayak camper usually.

[@SUPboardermag]

Ah so awesome to hear! Thanks for sharing, Beau

[@jalilchigha4933]

I love it, that´s what we all looking for " enjoying life" 1000´s thanks girls & guy😍

[@SUPboardermag]

Glad you enjoyed watching. Thanks, Beau

[@yrzayrza]

Lovely family sup tour!!!

[@sodunkwales7361]

That was great to watch what a life your giving Izy excellent stuff.

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks very much!

[@bashierb3281]

Very nice ! :)

[@Tortilla_Jankins]

Cant wait for my little girl to grow older! Looking forward to do something like that!

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah I know the feeling, you don't want to wish time away but it if some much fun 😀. thanks Reuben

[@ntj030885]

Wish I had some water like that around me. That water is beautiful.

[@SUPboardermag]

its not always like this but yes we are lucky

[@aurumprofit1095]

Yes!!

[@julesmorrissey]

Nice one!

[@waterstridersup4368]

great!

[@kenwithaK]

this is so awesome.

[@isabelsoriano1835]

Enjoyable to watch! very well done video.

[@SUPboardermag]

Great! Glad you enjoyed it

[@andylitespeed]

Brilliant! Well done all.

[@4FURROWS]

What a wonderful family adventure!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks Katrina!

[@adventureswithfrodo2721]

Mother nature is a bitch and doesnt give a shite. Hope your luck holds out. Nice adventure.

[@SUPboardermag]

Haha thanks

[@jacksparrou6917]

Un vídeo magnífico un saludo 🤙🏽

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you

[@rogerturner1880]

Fab, lovely vibe, inspirational too

[@SUPboardermag]

Wicked thanks

[@theaprum1]

that's just a fantastic adventure.

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks for the comment!

[@marcoakhsas1530]

Thank U for sharring 👍👍

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks for liking 👍🏼

[@yacinesonsolomon]

God bless u and your family thank u for this beautiful moments

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you too

[@HodgdonH110]

Cant see anywhere - where was this filmed?

[@SUPboardermag]

This was filmed on the South East Cornwall coast UK.

[@bensonchow8845]

look like king Kong island

[@SUPboardermag]

Classic lol

[@DylanReynolds]

Super cool

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks!

[@chrisf5475]

Amazing video, amazing family. Question, how did you know you’d be safe on the beach camping without the tide coming in? Planning ahead or just based on evidence you could see when you got there?

[@SUPboardermag]

Good question Chris. We planned ahead and looked at the seaweed(tideline) on the beach. Also I was awake for both high tides. 930pm at night and at 9.45am in morning. Thanks Reuben

[@dogengine]

Excellent video. So many excellent memories for your family. I would like to plan something similar and I am wondering if you bring your pump and repair kit, just in case. Seems like it would take up a lot of space.

[@SUPboardermag]

Its always a good idea just incase, depending how long and how far away from other paddlers (with pumps) are. I just strap the pumps on externally on top of the dry bags exposed to the elements because they don't take up that much space that way. But you have them if needed then. Thanks Reuben

[@oldskull70]

Your family adventure is so inspiring! This is one of you best videos you’ve ever posted !!!!! My daughters are asking me something about that ! Thank you very much !!!!! You make us fell closely and such a lovely family trip idea !!! Kids never forget that adventures !!!! Where could I find a child paddle like your daughters ‘? My youngest one has the same size as yours and it’s difficult for her to manage a big one !

[@SUPboardermag]

We are really glad its inspired you and the family to get out there. It was so much fun and a trip that we will not forget. Paddle wise, We have been playing around with a few paddles for Izzy and the latest paddle she is enjoying is actually an Aqua Marina carbon paddle three-piece. We have just removed the middle section to make it shorter, but she loves it because it's very light and easy to move around. The downside is the blade size is still too big for her but she doesn't seem to mind. We look forward to seeing carbon/glass paddles for kids on the market soon with smaller blades. But at least this way adults can still use the paddle as well if they add the middle section back in. Thanks Reuben

[@matusradiansky8671]

Lovely video! I wonder what size is your daughters board? Im thinking about getting one for my 5year old my 11´6 touring one being little too big for him:)

[@SUPboardermag]

She was using the 8'x28" STX www.supboardermag.com/equipment_guide/stx-junior-8-0-28-2020-review/ also check out a little about the board in the overview of the range here : www.supboardermag.com/2020/05/05/2020-stx-inflatable-paddleboard-range-overview/ She loves it because it so light! Thanks Reuben

[@mywanderingclan]

Was that the North Devon coast off Ilfracombe? Amazing inspiration for our first SUP adventure next year.

[@SUPboardermag]

Hey Chris. Its off the south coast of Cornwall. Both great areas to paddle though.

[@meYogii_]

I want to buy a SUP for a long time now. This little trip looks wonderful to do with people you love. I want it too! Thanks for sharing. :D

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks Nordic_Yogi

[@robmarchand7421]

You have a great family. Thanks for sharing your adventure.

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks for watching!

[@1508lukaz]

Great vlogs and reviews! If you yourself is using irocker boards that means they are pretty good board!

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah we are lucky because we have a few boards here at work. But I did pick theses ones because of the reasons I said in the video. We might go for another paddle soon, but unfortunately we haven't got the irockers anymore so we will give some other boards a go. Thanks Reuben

[@stephanieh.4284]

This is so beautiful. I love this all so much! I also only have 1 child, he’s 8. I could see my husband & I doing this with him! And funny, I’ve been telling my husband how much I want to visit Cornwall :)

[@SUPboardermag]

Go for it Stephanie

[@markashcroft6106]

What a lovely video, of a great little adventure 👍 looking forward to watching more of your vlogs.

[@SUPboardermag]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@-the-great-awakening]

That was so awesome! Really made me miss the UK! Hopefully next time you catch a nice bass for dinner!! Bravo

[@SUPboardermag]

I hope so too!

[@theWZZA]

That is idyllic. I can't think of anything better to do with my family. What do you do with poop? Do you pack it out? That beautiful beach would be trashed if people didn't do that.

[@SUPboardermag]

Yes you can easily pop it in a sealed bag. Sounds disgusting but if it's separated from your pee and a bit of saw dust thrown in its not bad to carry for a few days. This was the best 2 days we had last year. We are hoping to do longer this year;-) thanks Reuben

[@theWZZA]

@@SUPboardermag This would be a good topic to cover in a future video.

[@SUPboardermag]

Yeah agree ;-)

[@kevinboard2577]

Great job guys, another awesome adventure 👍🏼 (no pasty was harmed in the making of this film! 😂)

[@SUPboardermag]

Always! 😀

[@amybutcher7153]

I love this. Inspires me to do this with my daughter. Just need to work on her fear of open water.

[@SUPboardermag]

Take your time and be positive around her. Let her jump off the board and climb back on. After a while she will become more confident. Thanks Reuben

[@roderickvaquilar4435]

Absolutely beautiful...definition of living the best life. Cheers to you and yours!!

[@SUPboardermag]

Thank you! You too!