Moana Blog
She'll be right...until it's not!
Summer is here and the holidays are coming! This means bucket-loads of time hanging out, in and around our fresh and salt water hot spots all around the Motu. Waterways are busy, much like the State Highway traffic at this time of the year! It's time to get on the water to have FUN - but be SAFE.
Paddlers (and any water users) in our opinion, should always be prepared for the worst case scenario, just incase it does happen! And one of the key pieces of safety equipment you need when paddling is a buoyancy aid.
Get Geared Up for Summer
We can all feel the seasons changing and for many of us our boards have been hibernating over winter, but now it’s time to dust off the cobwebs and get them out!
Once you find your gear, whether it’s been in the corner of the garage, the boat shed, or in storage, it’s really important to give it a check before heading out onto the water.
Here's a few things you should take a look at...
Top Tips For Winter Paddling
Choose the right day and a winter paddle can be next level – it's stunning! Often flat calm conditions & crystal clear water, how could you turn that down?! But when temperatures are this cold, you have to be prepared to avoid the potential dangers of cold water.
Here are a few handy tips to get you out paddling safely over the colder months.
Our Top Stand Up Paddleboarding Safety Tips - Read Me Before Heading Out!
Okay, listen up team. This safety briefing is an important one, and unlike the safety tips on an aeroplane (put your hands on your head and lean forward while you’re rapidly descending towards the earth?), these ones will actually save your life.
