Paddle Boarding Safety Top Tips by Red Paddle Co

John Hibbard, Red Paddle Co CEO and Co-Founder talks through some basic tips and advice on SUP safety including which leash to wear, the difference between lifejackets and PFD's as well as the essentials you should take with you on your board.

[@sodunkwales7361]

great vid thank you just bought a paddle board so very usefull.

[@chaseduran1199]

Great video and good comments here. One additional item: I would highly suggest adding a whistle to your buoyancy aid if it is not already integrated.

[@oldskull70]

Very important video !!!!! No Leash , No Paddle !

[@newbeginnings8566]

Effectively answered all my concerns..

[@kennethmaule5182]

Excellent info, many thanks. Also tides, swell, wind & weather important.

[@Sudders41]

Really good advice, thank you.

[@wankedank]

What a fantastic brand, with ethos, staff & products to match!

[@kingfergie7717]

What a brilliant video 👏. Just wish I could afford a red board 😥

[@AlleyCat888]

Very good video, thanks a lot for doing this.

Merci John pour toutes ces conseils et bravo à toute l'équipe pour cette série de tutos très clairs ;-) -- Thanks John for all these advices and congrats to the team for this great and very didactic tutorial serie. Concerning security I was aware of everything you are talking about except the waist belts systems (buoy or leash). I have this question for you : is it possible to use the buoy belt with an ankle leash in place of a waist belt leash ?

[@myedosan]

John, great video and I commend your dedication to safety for the sport. Might I suggest that you consider converting that dedication to a more tangible gesture, like making sure that all Red Paddle Boards come with a leash as a standard. All of your products come with a phone case and that is appreciated for sure but adding a leash for all your boards (not an add-on purchase) will definitely prove your commitment. As you said "if you don't have a leash, don't go paddleboarding". PFDs regulations vary depending on jurisdiction so that's okay. Red is a premium brand and definitely on top of the market so I am sure your target market will appreciate a leash being included for all boards.

[@JulianKidd]

I would agree, however, there isn't a single perfect leash for all types of paddle boarding. Coiled, straight, waist, etc... greenwatersports.com/2430/calf-or-ankle-coiled-or-straight-which-style-sup-leash-right-for-you?ref=17

[@andrewbutcher3391]

Both my boards came with a leash…

[@susanallen935]

they all come with a leash now, my 10'6 and 10'8 Ride both had them as standard issue

[@gregponitz114]

Great comments and advice!

[@RedPaddleCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@chadnordstromvisuals]

Thank you!

[@theWZZA]

Check the weather report!

[@krystianniemiec]

480p in 2020... Anyway good job.

[@RedPaddleCo]

Thank you!