Other Forms Of Surfing Part 1: SUP Surfing and Windsurfing

Blogging comes in many different forms because there are myriad amount of topics to discuss whether it is politics, environmental issues, or just personal issues that bloggers once to discuss. Surfing, although is about riding a wave while standing up on surfboard, comes in different ways of achieving the goal. 2  forms of surfing that all give the same therapeutic and rewarding affect are traditional surfing are Stand Up Paddle Surfing (SUP) and Windsurfing. Each form of surfing brings a different surfing experience. Surfing is very personal because each individual might feel more comfortable doing one form or the other.

SUP surfing is a recent new form of surfing that was created to give people a more comfortable and relaxing feeling because it doesn't require large waves. SUP is also for people who don't have the greatest balance because the board is a lot longer and wider adding more stability. SUP also has an ore similar to one used in canoeing. In SUP surfing, the individual is always standing up and paddling using the ore. This is a very good exercise for the upper arms and shoulders especially if the current is strong. With traditional surfing, waves are needed in order to enjoy the experience. SUP surfing doesn't require good wave conditions although it is still loads of fun to ride a wave with an ore especially to pick up speed. Because SUP surfing does not require specific wave conditions it is a physical activity that can be done at any part of the day or time of year depending on the region in the world. SUP surfing is enjoyable at sunrise and sunset especially in tropical regions where the sites are absolutely breathtaking. Another advantage to SUP surfing is that practice isn't required as often in order to get good at it unlike traditional surfing that requires year round training in and out of the water. Its a hobby for people of all age groups but of course there are prerequisites like any other water sport. These include being a strong swimmer, having a good balance, and eating healthy.

Another form of surfing that is quite popular today is windsurfing. For many, it is a lot harder than traditional surfing and SUP surfing because not only does the individual need to maintain a strong sense of balance on the board but also needs to be able to adjust to the different wind conditions. Windsurfing is a board combined with a sail. Windsurfing is a very rewarding sport once the individual has gotten the hang of it. Practice and patience are the key to this form of surfing because it can take a while for a person to adjust properly. Just like SUP surfing, wave conditions aren't necessary for windsurfing but proper wind conditions obviously are. Windsurfers can actually ride waves as well but this takes quite a lot of experience to master.