SUP Mag UK lo-res free to readers April 2014 lo-res free to read | Page 15

Onwards and upwards
My next purchase was a Jackson Kayaks
SUPercharger. Made of plastic, it really can
take the abuse that British rivers throw at
it. The SUPercharger is heavier than the MVP
although not as snappy, but it’s my ‘go to’
as it’s so robust. I save the MVP for Hurley
Weir where it doesn’t come into contact with
rocks as much.
During the last few seasons I have river
SUPed loads, including some places I never
thought possible. White water stand up is

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still in its infancy in the UK but could be
huge when more folk cotton on to what’s
possible. Get your kit sorted and keep safety
in mind. Don’t attempt anything you’re
uncomfortable with and make sure your
skills are up to the challenge. This way,
you’ll enjoy your river SUP time as much as
I do.
As stand up paddling continues to progress,
who knows what the future holds, and river
SUP further highlights the sport’s
diversity.

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