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Colorado Companies: Hala Gear - Uncover Colorado

Hala Gear was founded in 2011 by Peter Hall. Hala's products are designed in Steamboat Springs.

Whitewater SUP Paddling the Arkansas: Fractions & Browns Canyon

There’s something wild and rewarding about paddling whitewater on a stand-up paddleboard. For Meghan Christian and me, running the Fractions and Browns Canyon sections of the Arkansas River in Colo...

Paddleboarding at WOKA Whitewater Park: SUP Adventures on the Illinois River

This past early summer, Meghan Christian and I, Paul Clark (SUPPAUL), made the trek out to WOKA Whitewater Park in Watts, Oklahoma. We were joined by local paddler Shane Talley, who gave us a full ...

Rigged to Flip

Getting Your Gear Strapped to Your Paddle Board for a Multi-Day SUP Trip By Paul Clark (SUPPAUL), aka “The Duffle Bag Paddle Boarder”  

Stand Up Paddleboarding the Zion Narrows

Garrett Bennett highlights his breathtaking trip through the Zion Narrows and offers guidance to other paddlers looking to experience the magic of the area.

Why I Paddle Here

Join us this Earth Month for our “Why I Paddle Here” campaign, running through April. Post a photo or video of where you paddle. Tell us what it means to you. Tag @halagear and two friends. Help us...

Hala Enthusiasts Unite!

Finding a group of passionate whitewater SUP enthusiasts is a great way to improve your skills and discover new rivers while staying safe. Last Fall, I met up with fellow Hala Ambassador Davide Sar...

SUPing the Poudre River

Wow, the runoff in Colorado this year has been long and strong! When we arrived in northern Colorado at the end of May, the rivers were already flowing abundantly.  The Filter Plant Section is one ...

Where to SUP Board Near Jackson Hole, Wyoming

The area around Jackson Hole, Wyoming has many great stand-up paddle-boarding opportunities.  From the classic whitewater run on the Snake River through Alpine Canyon to mellower snorkel and fish f...

Utah Paddling: Must-Visit Spots

Looking for a Stand Up Paddle Board spots in Utah? Our Hala Gear Ambassador shares a few must-see spots, where to camp, and when to go.