Freshwater Bay Classic Surf SUP

High quality longboard style surf SUPs
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Freshwater Bay hard boards are designed for both the serenity of flatwater paddling and the thrill of the surf.

They are stable, fast and highly manoeuvrable; the ultimate ‘Go Anywhere, Do Anything’ SUP.

The Classic SUP Range

Each Classic SUP design is available in 2 sizes; 9”11 and 10’6. The 9’11 is slightly more maneuverable and responsive for lighter and / or more experienced riders, whereas the 10’6 is more stable and planted for heavier and / or less experienced riders.

The Classic SUP Bundles

Each Classic SUP design is available in 2 sizes; 9”11 and 10’6. The 9’11 is slightly more maneuverable and responsive for lighter and or more experienced riders, whereas the 10’6 is more stable and planted for heavier and or less experienced riders.

Superior Design

Our goal has always been to make Freshwater Bay Paddleboards the best boards possible, regardless of expense.

Quality starts with the right attitude, and we only work with manufacturers that share our attitude; the boards have to made right, every time!

What makes the boards so great?

The best hard boards start with a great shape. Once you have the right shape, you need the right materials.  We’ve spent a lot of time testing and refining our construction process to get the best combination of of weight and strength.

Each of our Freshwater Bay Hard SUPs comprise our standard high density 20KG/M3 EPS foam core with wood laminate fibreglass sandwich construction – even on the painted boards where you can’t see the wood.  Our hard SUPs also feature Carbon Fibre in the standing area, and Kevlar wrapped rails, nose and tail for extra protection. 

And, with a GoPro mount as standard you can share those beautiful moments on the water.

Don’t take our word for it…

‘Taking an already well-liked performance sled (by me at least) and tweaking a small amount to improve upon this is no mean feat’

– Stand Up Paddle Board Mag UK 2021

‘If Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co’s Classic 9’11ft is anything to go by then the brand has a bright future.

An admirable ethos, top drawer product – with well thought out attention to detail – warrants success.

A board with two faces, the Classic 9’11ft is an adept performer in surf for those who desire while flat water sweepers will find an enjoyable machine for cruising all waters.’

– Stand Up Paddle Board Mag UK 2017

Classic Surf SUP Action

SUP Surfing at one of our local breaks – Compton Bay, on the Isle of Wight.

SUP Blogs

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SUP testimonial: The Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co Classic 9’11 & 10’6.

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SUP board choices for beginner/improver SUP paddlers.

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SUP foiling vs SUP surfing.

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SUP surfing Vs surfing.

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SUP longboard surfing with Freshwater Bay Paddleboard Co’s Classic.

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SUP surfing a hard board vs an inflatable – the main differences.

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SUP surfing: transitioning from flat water paddling to waves.

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