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New Zealand: South Island

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

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

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.

"The carbon fiber eliminated the bounce I feel on my other inflatable when paddling whitewater."

Ocean conditions vary on a daily basis, putting your SUPing skills to the test.

Paul Clark paddles 13 rivers across both the South and North islands of New Zealand.

No whitewater trip to New Zealand would be complete without a visit to the Vector Wero Whitewater Park in Auckland.

Join Paul Clark and Conal Hearps as they paddle rivers, whitewater parks, and the Kiwi coast.

Paul Clark and Conal Hearps are road tripping through New Zealand paddle boarding rivers and lakes along the way.

If you’re not quite ready to put your board away yet, here are six cold weather paddling tips.