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Riding The Wave

"I wasn't trying to start a business; I just wanted a new way to run the river"

Colorado-Made Summer Gear Essentials

"At only 22 pounds, the Rival Playa is one of the lightest SUP boards ever made by Hala Gear."

Paddling the Midwest

In the Midwest, you could paddle something different every single day for the rest of your life and still only scratch the surface.

Next Big Thing: The Vaal River

Learn about South Africa's most popular whitewater destination.

Paddling Palau

An eight-day self-supported SUP trip through the Rock Islands of Palau.

Hell or High Water: How to Read a River Gauge

Learn how to find what rivers are running, so you can make plans to SUP new runs or crush old favorites.

Canyoneering by SUP in the Canadian Rockies

Approaching Marble Canyon on foot is relatively simple, but water levels exist at the bottom of a canyon. We had to descend.

Eastern Oregon

Paul Clark and Zach Collier travel to eastern Oregon to paddle the Imnaha and Grande Ronde rivers.

The Hala Dictionary

What's the difference between a Stompbox and a Stomp Pad? Read on to find how to talk Hala.

The Hala Radito is One Rad Inflatable SUP

"Bottom line, the Hala Radito is one highly versatile SUP."

Why an Inflatable SUP is the Right Choice for You

"For most recreational paddlers, a well designed inflatable SUP will perfectly suit your needs and is a better option than a hard board."

First SUP Descent Down the Green River

Jed Duke paddles the Green River from Wyoming to Utah.

Butte Falls with Covey Baack

Covey is focused on pushing what kinds of rapids are possible on a paddle board, and uses the 12' Butte Falls as a training place.

Roll Out Your Board + Go

Hala paddle boards are built for adventure. Whether you are running whitewater, surfing, travelling, or enjoying a moment with friends.

Oak Springs Rapids

A challenging lava rock filled series of ledges, some know Oak Springs (Deschutes River) as "Hospital Rapids" because of the consequences of a swim.

Toutle River at 4000 CFS

Paddlers head down 12 miles of the volcanic sediment filled Toutle River for the first SUP descent.

Nehalam River

Hala paddlers Nadia Almuti, Alex Garhart, Paul Clark and friends enjoy some nice winter paddling on the Nehalam River in Oregon.

New Zealand: South Island

Paul Clark and Conal Hearps SUP on the South Island. Featuring the Kawarau River, Rangitata River, Hawea River & whitewater park.

Whanganui River

The Whanganui in New Zealand is the only river with human rights designation. It's revered for its beauty and wilderness.

Get off the Grass!

Hala riders Joey Saputo and Paul Clark traveled to New Zealand to explore the country on paddle boards. They found rivers, surf, and lakes, oh my.