Carlo Raffa

Carlo Raffa is a blogger, stand-up paddleboard enthusiast, water lover and local to Brighton city in the South of England.

Paddle boarding is my escape and this is only the starting point. Being a larger guy at 260lbs I am finding it very good exercise as well, especially for building core muscles. This is something that believe it or not cycling 16 miles a day at 6 miles per hour doesn't seem to be doing.

Paddle Boarding allows me to just grab my board and walk right through the busy bar filled beachfront between the two piers in Brighton and head straight out of shore. It's not long before the shouting and cheering of our buzzing beach fade into just the lapping waves and the people to just small dots of the Brighton shoreline.

Many experienced paddle boarders find themselves very dedicated to this craft. Some are so dedicated that they will head out to the ocean in the middle of winter to explore the water and waves from the top of their paddle board. What do you wear for paddle boarding in the winter? Here are the main …

If you own an inflatable stand up paddle board (iSUP) or are considering purchasing one, then you might be wondering what exactly goes into maintaining and caring for it to ensure that it stays in good shape for years to come. If this is the case, then you’re in the right place! We’ve done extensive …

You’re quite a fan of inflatable paddle boards. You love how easy it is to deflate and stash them anywhere or how you can keep them inflated all the time if you so choose. One matter you always have trouble with is the PSI. You’re never sure if you overinflated or underinflated your paddle board. …

Fishing from a paddle board has become a rocket trend in fishing communities over the past few years, and with good reason. There are many advantages that fishing from a paddle board versus a kayak offer, such as increased agility and stealth, increased water visibility, and ease of transport. Here are the steps you should …

Paddle boarding is a fun watersport, but knowing the laws surrounding paddle boarding are important if you want to stay on the right side of the Coast Guard. The U.S. Coast Guard has designated paddle boards as full vessels, which means that they are treated just like a kayak or canoe. Here are some of …

Paddleboarding is quickly becoming one of the most popular water sports out there. One big reason why paddleboarding is hitting the top of the charts is simply due to the fact that you can do it just about anywhere and even those who don’t have the best balance can pick up the sport with ease. …

Many people ask whether it’s okay to leave an inflatable paddle board inflated, rather than deflating it every time you use it. It’s a reasonable question, since many other inflatable things, such as pool floats and air mattresses, can be damaged if left inflated for extended periods. It is fine to store an inflatable paddle …

Paddle boarding and kayaking are great sports. And both can pick up pretty good speed with some effort. It’s awesome when you feel the movement of the water beneath you and a connection to it. Paddleboards are generally faster than Kayaks (Under certain conditions). Paddle boards can achieve approximately 5 to 9 mph whereas a …

There are many reasons why someone might want to go paddleboarding at night. Whether it’s due to the fact that there’s limited daylight during the fall or you just want to enjoy a nighttime adventure, paddleboarding can easily be done during the night hours; just make sure you’re doing it the safest way possible to …

Summer’s pretty much done, and it’s time to put up my paddleboard for the winter, but I want to make sure it’s cleaned and stored properly. I looked into how to clean a paddleboard properly and created this practical guide that shows you how to maintain, repair and store your hard epoxy or inflatable stand …