FabSwingers.com forum: Paddleboarding beginner

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

Anyone into paddleboarding, I need lessons lol

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ig-boyTMan
over a year ago

The sup hut in swansea do them

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

"The sup hut in swansea do them "
I've bought a board but I haven't used it yet lol

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *bwmusicgeeksCouple
over a year ago

Llandegfedd res in pontypool is a good place to go but you need SUP insurance and it’s also pay to go in.

Hands down best place we’ve been to is Spring Valley Lakes near Rheola/Neath. Crystal clear water not big enough to get tired and not be able to swim back safely. Lots of plant life around the edges so life jackets are mandatory. They are getting it off the ground now so rules/prices do change and it’s cash only but it’s a lovely place to paddle board and I’ve only just learned to stand up there

there’s camping too and a booze bus for anyone wanting to make something of it.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *hameleons69Woman
over a year ago

good ship lollipop

You can pay for flat water only use at Cardiff White Water Centre and paddle on the river. I've got no balance so sit kneel or kayak lol

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *oxy babeWoman
over a year ago

gower

"The sup hut in swansea do them I've bought a board but I haven't used it yet lol"

I’ve just done exactly the same, lliw reservoir near velindre offer lessons and you can self launch your own for a small fee, that’s what I’m thinking of doing soon

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Llanelli north dock is good. Warm and nice and shallow launch. Think lliw require you to show you can get on the board in deep water. May not be suitable if your new to it

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ynonvalleyboyMan
over a year ago

merthyr

Just bought a paddle board

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *oxy babeWoman
over a year ago

gower

"Llanelli north dock is good. Warm and nice and shallow launch. Think lliw require you to show you can get on the board in deep water. May not be suitable if your new to it"

I was planning on a lesson there first but thanks for the info about north dock

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *wingcouple30Couple
over a year ago

Newport

Had my arse slapped with a paddle before

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

Thanks guys. You've all been very helpful. I like the sound of the lake in neath. I got a motorhome so I can camp there too

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *hunkeeMonkeyMan
over a year ago

Clydach

I think North Dock is still closed due to the algae.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’ve been to Jackson’s Bay in Barry (the next one round from the main Whitmore Bay) a few times with mine. It’s quite sheltered, very shallow and in summer there are plenty of other people in and around the water. Obviously use a bit of common sense, if it’s really windy going away from the beach and deserted, think twice.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *s2walesCouple
over a year ago

Gwent...

Try Bryn Bach Park in Tredegar

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

Thanks guys. You've been brilliant with your advice

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *hewankinmanMan
over a year ago

wales

"Llanelli north dock is good. Warm and nice and shallow launch. Think lliw require you to show you can get on the board in deep water. May not be suitable if your new to it"

I think llanelli north dock is closed due to the algae…. Certainly no one swims in it atm

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *bwmusicgeeksCouple
over a year ago

[Removed by poster at 28/06/23 14:48:25]

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ourbon1Man
over a year ago

wales

great thread, i mainly go along the coast but new places are always good to hear. plus if anyone wants to meet up for a paddle

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ko12Man
over a year ago

LLANGOLLEN

Used my new board for the first time a couple of weeks ago, went to Bala lake, you have to pay to park and launch but it's a good spot. Managed to get to stand up for a bit before falling in again but need to persist with it, would like to find somewhere else to go near me.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The river taff at coliton junction is really good an brecon prominard

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've had sex on a a boarding amazing an got caught buy a group of cliff jumper haha.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *AM2214Man
over a year ago

Manchester Area

"Had my arse slapped with a paddle before

That made me laugh...

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *AM2214Man
over a year ago

Manchester Area

Op in all seriousness if some one is offering paid lessons please check their qualifications and their experience of the area they are instructing.. A friend who was one of the loveliest men you could ever meet, a really experienced Surfer and SUP paddler lost his life in a tragedy, witnesses said he was trying to use his lifesaving skills after the groups leader totally missed local conditions were at 'do not paddle' stage.... Have fun but above all else stay safe....

As for the lass who has no balance get with a good kayak/canoe/SUP coach and you will soon be wondering why you hadn't done it earlier..... Some great coaches down near you..look for WCA quals again have fun stay safe

Rubber, Latex and Watersports don't have to fab style interests

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *wansJack83Man
over a year ago

yeovil

Happy if anyone wants to meet up for a paddle.

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

"Had my arse slapped with a paddle before

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ady7Woman
over a year ago

Hereford

"Thanks guys. You've all been very helpful. I like the sound of the lake in neath. I got a motorhome so I can camp there too"
not sure where abouts you are but you can use paddleboards on Llangorse Lake. You can camp too . Not 100% sure if they do lessons though

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *ano01 OP Man
over a year ago

Caerphilly

"Thanks guys. You've all been very helpful. I like the sound of the lake in neath. I got a motorhome so I can camp there too not sure where abouts you are but you can use paddleboards on Llangorse Lake. You can camp too . Not 100% sure if they do lessons though "
I'm thinking of going to llangorse lake next weekend. I got a motorhome so I can stay there

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By *mithy231000Man
over a year ago

Cardiff

I have one in the garage I've never used. I need someone to tag along with. If anyone is going in the Bridgend/Vale area next week would love to tag along

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can recommend the SUP Hut Swansea….. lessons on mumbles front, great fun

Reply privately

Reply in forum

Reply +quote

Post new Message to Thread