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2013

SUP Paddle Day at Columbia Yacht Club

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events

Our summer of SUP continues with our next SUP paddle day at the Columbia Yacht Club on Sunday, June 23rd. Come down to get out on the water and try SUP.

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2013

Go Skateboarding Day 2013

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events

Go Skateboarding Day 2013 at Wilson Skatepark will take place on June 21st and you should be there with all your friends.

2013 Riviera Paddlesurf Lineup

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product reviews

One of our favorite brands is back for Summer 2013 and the lineup is better than ever. Introducing - Riviera Paddlesurf 2013.

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JUN

2013

SUP Fitness with Chicago SUP North Ave Beach

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events

Join Windward and Chicago SUP for a complimentary SUP fitness event and stand up paddle day on Tuesday, June 11th from 4-7pm.

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2013

Windward Hamburgers and Handrails

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events

A day of skateboarding, giveaways and bbq. Windward Hamburgers and Handrails at Wilson Skatepark on June 8th, 2013.

Understanding Skateboard Wheels

skateboarding

technology

What do all these numbers and shapes mean? Let us help you out. Here's a handy guide to understanding skateboard wheels.

Gear Up for SUP Pilates

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product reviews

Looking to get out on the water and try out stand up paddle boarding and SUP Pilates? Here are some tips to gear up for SUP Pilates.

Best SUP Yoga Stand Up Paddle Boards

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the 'best' lists

Yoga? On a paddle board? In the water? Yes, that's right. We fell in love with SUP Yoga last summer and we have a feeling you are about to do the same.

Best 2013 Touring/Race Stand Up Paddle Boards

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product reviews

Like to go fast? Check. Like to go on long distance paddle adventures? Check. We review some of the top 2013 touring/race stand up paddle boards.

2013 QuickBlade Paddle Lineup

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product reviews

The name says it all. When you are ready to take your SUP paddle game to the next level - the obvious choice is the one and only, QuickBlade Paddles.

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MAY

2013

Get on the beach for an Indo board fitness class

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events

Indo Board fitness classes with certified instructor, Mary Lou Cerami, take to the beach on May 26th.

Understanding Nixon Watches

fashion and lifestyle

product reviews

Investing in a time piece can be a daunting task. We will break down all the info needed to sort thru a sea of Nixon Watches - and find one perfect for you.

What to Bring to a Chicago Street Festival

fashion and lifestyle

the 'best' lists

If there is one thing Chicago is good at, it's throwing a street festival. Here's a summer street festival checklist to have the best party summer ever.

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JUN

2013

Learn to Row and SUP Day

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events

We're kicking off stand up paddle season in Chicago with a day of FREE SUP and BBQ. Learn to row and SUP day -- June 1st with the Lincoln Park Boat Club.

Sun Bum Sunscreen Line Review

fashion and lifestyle

product reviews

We love being in the sun but we don't love harsh sun burns and leathery looking skin. For the sun kissed look we crave, we trust our skin to Sun Bum.

2013 Best All Around Stand Up Paddle Boards

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the 'best' lists

Looking for one SUP board that can do it all? We've got a run down of this season's best all around stand up paddle boards.

Understanding Longboard Wheels

longboarding

technology

Everything you need to know to understand the technology behind longboard wheels. Complete with nice graphics to help you understand better.

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MAY

2013

Windward Gear Up Giveaway Winner #1

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events

The first of four winners has just been chosen for the Windward Gear Up Giveaway!

How to Size and Cut an SUP Paddle

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how to guides

Not sure how to size and cut an SUP paddle? Watch in this quick video demo where we walk through the steps to customize your uncut paddle with the perfect fit.

A Chicago SUP Customer Interview - Joseph G

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interviews

Chicago SUP'er and resident by way of California, Joseph came in last summer and bought an inflatable SUP board. Let's check in to see how he likes it.

Understanding Jeans

fashion and lifestyle

technology

We can't go the fitting room and try them on for you, but we can break down the terminology to try to make the process easier. Understanding jeans.

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