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YOLO Wins at Hano Hano Ocean Challenge San Diego!

Posted on: 2012-02-01

  Over 600 paddlers competed in the Hano Hano race in San Diego over the weekend. The turnout for the two-course event included a mix of beginners to elite racers from 7 years old up to 70, competing on SUP, prone paddleboards, OC-1/OC-2’s, surf skis and kayaks. In addition to the two ...

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YOLO rider Reid Nelson takes 2nd in Cold Stroke!

Posted on: 2012-01-27

YOLO team rider Reid Nelson took 2nd in the 12'6" Elite division of the Cold Stroke Classic in Wrightsville Beach, NC this past weekend.  NWFlorida local Matt Macdonald took first and Jeremy Witted came in third.  Congrats to all racers!  See all results here.

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Jimmy Graham, N.O. Saints tight end joins the YOLO Board family!

Posted on: 2012-01-26

Jeff Archer says:  No I'm not standing in a hole! Just hanging out with new Team YOLOBoard member and Saints All Pro Tightend Jimmy Graham. Great guy, humble attitude and all athlete. Looking forward to seeing how fast this guy can actually go. Thanks to fellow YOLO'er Drew Brees for putting us together! YOLO

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Mickey Munoz book signing at YOLO Board San Diego !

Posted on: 2012-01-25

Slide Show & Booksigning with Surfing Great Mickey Munoz       Saturday, Jan 28 4:00 pm-following HanoHano Mickey Muñoz has been called the “surfer’s surfer,” and is loved and respected among the cognoscenti for his contributions to the surfing life for the past 60 years. Mentored by ...

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WPA SUP Certification with Gary Wise Feb. 12

Posted on: 2012-01-23

Here is your chance to become a World Paddle Association-Certified Paddleboard Instructor!  On February 12 at the WaterColor Boathouse, WPA Board Member Gary Wise will be teaching a Class 1 Paddleboard Instructor Certification class.  The class will start at 8 AM and end at 1 PM. -----Applicants must apply at this link: ...

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SUP mag reviews the Prowler-excellent choice!

Posted on: 2012-01-18

Pick up the latest SUP magazine and you will find a great review of the YOLO Board Prowler !  "The Prowler is light, fast and extremely stable with excellent secondary stability built into the finely tuned rails.  Plus it has some of the best graphics we've ever seen on a board.  i positined ...

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Sweetwater Paddle for the Cure May 5

Posted on: 2012-01-17

Gearing up for the 4th Annual Sweetwater Paddle for the Cure race in downtown Tampa, FL, on May 5.   5 mile race and 2 mile family fun paddle for SUP and kayaks. Rental Yolo boards and boats available. All proceeds go the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation to support cancer research contact Arnie ...

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YOLO wins in Miami at the Orange Bowl Paddle Championship

Posted on: 2012-01-16

YOLO Board was well represented this weekend in Miami at the Orange Bowl Paddle Championship which benefitted Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Miami.  Justin Cook took 6th in the Elite Pro race and 2nd in the Sprint race, Darien "Rowdy" Hildreth took 2nd in the 14' Elite Pro race, and Matt Wise ...

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Prowler and Predator win in Hawaii

Posted on: 2012-01-15

YOLO wins at the Kanaka Ikaika race series! The course from Waimanalo Beach Park to Kailua Beach on Oahu, Hawaii took place on January 14th. The race was 5 miles slight breeze and fairly flat with a few bumps. Makani Christensen took 1st on the YOLO 14' Prowler & Mahea Hauanio took 1st on ...

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HanoHano Huki Ocean Challenge Jan. 28 - San Diego

Posted on: 2012-01-14

YOLO Board is proud to sponsor the HanoHano Huki Ocean Challenge on Jan. 28 at Bonita Cove in Mission Bay, San Diego, CA.  This is their 16th year, and it is sure to be a great event.  Brody, EJ, and Andie will be out representing YOLO Board.  For more info and to ...

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YOLO Girls Camp in Costa Rica!

Posted on: 2012-01-05

First Annual YOLO Girls Gone Suppin' Mardi Gras Surf Camp at Vista Guapa! Vista Guapa is thrilled to announce the First Annual YOLO “Girls Gone Sup’n ” Stand up paddle and Yoga Camp scheduled for February 25th to March 2nd, 2012. This unique experience will be led by YOLO Elite Team rider ...

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YOLO Ho-Ho-Ho !

Posted on: 2011-12-16

      Happy Holidays from all of us at YOLO Board!

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Paddle Fit Program Endorsed by Top Fitness and SUP Organizations

Posted on: 2011-12-16

Paddle Fit Program Endorsed by Top Fitness and SUP Organizations by the ACE, NASM, NSCA and offering unique benefits for participants via its partnership with the World Paddle Association, Paddle Fit now offers the most complete water safety and SUP fitness certification available San Diego, CA. (December 05, 2011) – Stand Up Fitness, the ...

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YOLO Rider Kacie Wallace named Ocean Ambassador by the Ocean Recovery Alliance

Posted on: 2011-12-07

We are so proud of our Team Rider Kacie Wallace, who was just named Ocean Ambassador by the Ocean Recovery Alliance. Ocean Ambassadors are helping to spread the word about the environment through sports and other activities in their daily lives that reach a wide range of the community. Their excellence in athletics or other ...

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YOLO Board West Coast opens Dec. 10 !

Posted on: 2011-12-06

Join Jeff, Brody, Andie, and EJ at our newest location in San Diego!  The highly anticipated opening is schedule for this Saturday Dec. 10!  Also on hand will be SUP racer Ingo Rademacher of General Hospital fame! Andie has stocked the store with unreal accessories and apparel!  Just in time for the ...

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Perfect Christmas Gift - Three 1-hr. SUP lessons with Elite racer Justin Cook for $100 !!

Posted on: 2011-12-01

The perfect gift for the paddler in your life (that may be you)!  Three 1-hour lessons with YOLO Elite Stand Up racer Justin Cook for only $100!  3-person/class maximum.  Justin will work with your schedule and you will receive expert instruction.  This is a $225 value for only $100 !  ...

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YOLO Team Rider EJ Johnson LIVE on www.SupConnect.com tomorrow 12PM PST !

Posted on: 2011-11-29

Listen to EJ Live on www.supconnect.com !

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World Paddle Association offers $15 memberships!

Posted on: 2011-11-26

World Paddle Association - WPA Limited-Time $15 Membership Offer from the WPA and Standup Paddle Magazine!Through January 1, the WPA is offering a one-year basic membership for only $15.00 (International $18.00). In addition to the standard member benefits including your WPA membership card (good for special offers from WPA partners), your WPA ...

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YOLO wins at Mayor's SUP Cup Race in New Smyrna Beach,

Posted on: 2011-11-22

Great job to YOLO racers Gary Wise, Reid Nelson, Matt Wise, Sarah Langdon, Justin Cook, Jack Archer, Dave Meadows, Jeff Archer.  Great to see lots of new YOLO riders and our friends the Garcias with Ana doing a great job on the 12'6" Predator! Here  are the Race Results from The Mayor's Sup ...

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YOLO Board Signs EJ Johnson !

Posted on: 2011-11-11

  YOLO Board Signs Ernest ‘EJ’ Johnson to its Elite Race Team Accomplished SUP racer and Johnson Big Stick paddle creator will represent YOLO Board in worldwide competitions and offer advanced training at YOLO Board’s new West Coast location    – YOLO Board is excited to announce the signing of ...

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YOLO wins at C2C !

Posted on: 2011-11-10

Team YOLO Riders had a great race at the Causeway 2 Causeway race in Cocoa Beach this weekend.  Gary Wise took 1st in the OC-1 division!  His son, Matt Wise, age 16, took 2nd place in the 11 mile, and Ross Carter took 3rd.  Dave Meadows and Chad braved the 11 mile ...

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Paddle with Eddie Bauer athlete Ben Stookesberry on Western Lake Nov. 5

Posted on: 2011-11-02

    YOLO Board To Host Paddle Social Meet & Greet with “Kadoma” Filmmaker Ben Stookesberry YOLO Board is a proud sponsor of this weekend’s 11th Annual MountainFilm Festival at WaterColor Inn & Resort! Join us for a ‘paddle social meet & greet’ with special guest “Kadoma” ...

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Mountain Film Festival at WaterColor Inn

Posted on: 2011-10-28

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Brody Welte to head up YOLO BOARD West Coast !!

Posted on: 2011-10-24

A few months back Jeff Archer, the owner of YOLO Board, approached me with an idea. The idea was to expand YOLO into uncharted territories. That idea is now a reality. I am relocating Stand Up Fitness to San Diego in conjunction with the opening of the new YOLO Board West Coast headquarters. I am ...

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Team YOLO riders win at Fall Paddle Festival

Posted on: 2011-10-24

YOLO had a great weekend at the Fall Paddle Festival in St. Petersburg FL!  Thanks to Chase Kosterlitz with Water Monkey who put on a great race! Jeramie Vaine and Matt Wise (age 16!) took 2nd and 3rd, respectively, on their YOLO Predators in the Men's Elite 12'6.  Kelly Hull ...

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Halloween Paddle at Watercolor Sunday Oct. 30

Posted on: 2011-10-21

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Sarah Langdon takes 1st in the 3-mile at St. Simons Golden Isle SUP race

Posted on: 2011-10-17

Sarah Langdon takes 1st in the 3-mile race at the St. Simon's Golden Isle SUP race this past weekend.  Sarah was paddling her blue YOLO Predator that she aptly named, Skye.   Awesome job Sarah!  Here are the race results.

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Sandbridge Hei Hei 2011 for Kraig Vickers

Posted on: 2011-10-11

Sandbridge Hei Hei 2011 Results By yldbill Our love for our fellow paddlers, specifically and people in general, was greatly bolstered yesterday. It was an honor to commemorate Kraig the way we did and to have Nani, Kalai and Malie there to bear witness. Looking out at the faces when we presented Nani with her ...

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Phatwater Challenge YOLO riders take on the mighty Mississippi!

Posted on: 2011-10-10

YOLO riders braved the Mighty Mississippi at the Phatwater Challenge this weekend.  Troy Archer, of Baton Rouge, LA, Marcus LeBlanc of New Orleans, LA, and Timothy Gibson, of Pensacola, paddled 42.5 miles down the Mississippi River fighting 18 miles of headwinds.  There were only 4 stand up ...

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THINK PINK! All Pink Boards on Sale in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month w/FREE SHIPPING!

Posted on: 2011-10-08

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month you save $100 and we donate 5% to the Susan J. Comen foundation to fund Breast Cancer Research.  THINK PINK! See all Pink Boards here.

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Monster Paddle Oct. 29 on the Destin, FL Harbor!

Posted on: 2011-10-06

The 2011 Monster Paddle on the Destin Harbor is October 29th! Last year's event was incredible! The only costumed stand up paddle poker run in the United States! You can paddle anything you want...SUP, kayak, canoe, outrigger, dragon boat, row boat, coffin...anything! Make all 5 stops within the Destin Harbor and get one ...

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YOLO Board Racer Results at BOP!

Posted on: 2011-10-06

So Proud of our YOLO Racers!!  See BOP results here! Justin Cook raced in the Men's Elite and placed 39th!  That's out of the best paddlers in the country!! Westy, Rowdy, Sue, Ali and Darian put in amazing efforts in challenging conditions. In the 14' open race, Kyle Gallagher placed 4th in his ...

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Sandbridge Hei Hei SUP Race Oct. 8

Posted on: 2011-10-04

On August 6th US Special Forces lost 38 souls in Afghanistan. Bill Gassett, a close member of the Watermas family, Navy diver (ret.) and god father of the Virginia Beach SUP community lost a close friend and paddling partner, Kraig Vickers.For most of us this type of thing is simply experienced online or via ...

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Annette Garcia takes 1st in the Big Heart Paddle, Miami

Posted on: 2011-09-26

Annette Garcia, on her YOLO Board Predator, took 1st in the ladies 3-mile race this past Saturday at the Big Heart Paddle in Miami, FL!  Congrats to Annette, she is the future of SUP!  You rock girl!

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Sarah Langdon -a paddler's perspective

Posted on: 2011-09-19

When I told John Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding that I wanted to attend YOLO Board’s Mileage Builder Series, he responded “You want to drive 9 hours for a 15 minute race?!” I replied that I couldn’t imagine missing a YOLO race and it was only 4 hours from Gainesville ...

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Paddlefit offered at WaterColor Boathouse Fridays 9 am

Posted on: 2011-09-19

Sign-up for paddle fit this Friday, September 23rd at 9:00am at YOLO Board Adventures, Watercolor boathouse in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Taught by ACE-certified paddle-fit trainer, Darla Ogle, this class is sure to be a fun way to get fit. Beginner S.U.P experience necessary. SPECIAL introductory cost: $15 (includes board rental). ...

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YOLO Riders Sue Cooper and Justin Cook at Hennesey's!

Posted on: 2011-09-16

After an impressive showing at the US Open of SUP in Miami, Justin Cook and Sue Cooper headed to the Hennessey's World SUP Championship on Saturday Sept. 17.  Sue took 16th  and Justin took 15th, both riding Steve Brom Predator YOLO race boards in the Elite race.  Great ...

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Paddle over and Cook with Martha Foose and Lucy Buffet Sat Sept. 17 at WaterColor!

Posted on: 2011-09-14

On Saturday September 17, paddle over to the Watercolor Boathouse for a Celebrity Cooking Session!  Martha Foose, Chef Lawrence Klang and Lucy Buffett (Jimmy's sister) will be holding demonstrations, tastings and book signings at 10 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm, cost is $35/per person, or $110 ...

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Brody Welte to offer ACE Paddlefit Certification this Saturday in Santa Rosa Beach!

Posted on: 2011-09-07

Brody Welte of Stand Up Fitness will be in town to offer the country's only ACE Paddlefit Certification class this Saturday and Sunday at the Water Color Boathouse, 250 Watercolor Blvd, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. His class is now WPA CERTIFIED as a Class 1 Watersport, so insurance costs will be lower for SUP ...

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Paddle with Ingo "JAX" Rademacher of General Hospital in Atlanta Sept. 9!

Posted on: 2011-08-31

YOLO Board is stoked to have long-time waterman Ingo Rademacher, of General Hospital fame, in Atlanta next weekend Sept. 9!  This is your chance to stand up paddle with a Hollywood Celeb!  On Friday, Sept. 9, Ingo will hold 1-hour group stand up paddle lessons at 8:00, 9:...

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Kitty Hawk Kites SUP race on the Destin Harbor this Saturday Aug 27

Posted on: 2011-08-23

Join Kitty Hawk Kites and the Harborwalk Village for a fun night of paddleboard racing, kite flying demonstrations and a live band from Atlanta - Hip Kitty! Registration starts at 4pm near the Dancing Iguana restaurant, and the 1/2 mile race from Harborwalk Village to the Destin Bridge and back will ...

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YOLO Board Costa Rica trip available now!

Posted on: 2011-08-22

This is a You Only Live Once trip! Announcing the  YOLO Board Experience at Vista Guapa Surf Camp in Playa Jaco, Costa Rica! December 12-17, enjoy a week of : SUP Instruction for flatwater paddling, race tactics, SUP surfing, paddle techniques, light daily workouts at camp or beach, side trips planned to Crock River, ...

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SEA Paddle NYC Team YOLO

Posted on: 2011-08-19

Thanks to everyone who supported TEAM YOLO -John Denney, Brody Welte, Jeff Webber, and Darian Boyle, with their donations to the 2011 SEA Paddle NYC to benefit Autism research.  We raised over $3000! Not to mention-Team member Darian Boyle came in 2nd in the race!!!  Way to go! Here is a great&...

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Thanks to Destin Real Estate Co.for a great 2011 YOLO Board Series!

Posted on: 2011-08-16

Thanks to Destin Real Estate Company and all sponsors for a great 2011 YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series!   YOLO Board Crowns “2011 YOLO Board Cup Series” Winners for the YOLO Board Stand Up Paddle Series Overall winners and final race winners announced for the August 14th event of the four-part ...

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Sandestin Mileage Builder Results- Race 4

Posted on: 2011-08-15

  Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and Sandestin Real Estate Present the Inaugural YOLO Board Mileage Builder Series  Baytowne Marina at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort May-August 2011   YOLO Board together with presenting sponsors Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort and Sandestin Real Estate announce the dates of the 2011 YOLO Board Mileage ...

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Team YOLO Board to race in SEA Paddle NYC

Posted on: 2011-08-12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE YOLO Board Hits the Road to Participate in SEA Paddle NYC Members of Team YOLO to compete in the elite race around New York City on August 12th; YOLO Board donates a race board to New Jersey Waterman for the event  YOLO Board announces that four members of Team YOLO, John ...

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YOLO dealer featured in New Hampshire News!

Posted on: 2011-08-01

Garrett Facteau of Poor Yorick's Paddlesports and  Maryellen Jancsy of Paddlefit New Hampshire were recently featured news station WMUR.  Clay Feeter of Stand Up Journal comments on the sport!  Great feature guys!  Watch it HERE

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Westy's Amazing Mid West Tour!

Posted on: 2011-07-02

First and first!! Rowdy finished first in the 14' 6 Mile Elite Race on a YOLO Board Prowler and Westy finished first in the 12'6" 6 Mile Elite Race on a new YOLO Board Predator. Awesome morning at the Great Lakes Paddleboard Classic Saturday July 23!  Great job guys!  Great job Kim! YOLO ...

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HiHo is a hit!

Posted on: 2011-06-29

Highland Spring HIHO 2011 Experiences Ultimate Watersport Adventure SUP Brand YOLO Board joined the well-known annual BVI Windsurfing event as the official SUP sponsor to create the ultimate Windsurfing/SUP adventure vacation and race event   Tortola, BVI. (July 8, 2011) – HIHO together with SUP sponsor YOLO Board announces details of the Highland Spring ...

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YOLO wins at East Coast Paddleboard Championships!

Posted on: 2011-06-14

THE 14TH ANNUAL EAST  COAST PADDLE BOARD CHAMPIONSHIPS WAS HELD IN PONCE INLET SATURDAY JUNE 18TH, OVER 100 PADDLERS PLUS FROM ALL OVER THE UNITED STATES Team YOLO riders put on an amazing show! 1st place 12'6" Elite - Justin Cook Winner of the Michael O-Shaughnessy Award- Justin Cook 1st place 12'6" Elite ...

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YOLO Board wins at Deerfield Beach Waterman's Paddle for Humanity!

Posted on: 2011-06-06

YOLO Board was proud to be a sponsor of the Waterman's Paddle for Humanity, to benifit Surf Aid International. YOLO Board team riders took home top honors over the weekend in Deerfield Beach, FL. Gary Wise took 1st Overall and 1st in Men's OC 1 Elite. Matt Wise, age 15, finished 2nd in Mens' prone ...

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SLATER TROUT SUP clinic June 12, Watercolor FL!

Posted on: 2011-05-29

We are so stoked to announce that SUP phenom Slater Trout will hold 2 clinics on Sunday June 12, 2011 at the Watercolor Boathouse, 250 Watercolor Blvd. Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  This is your chance to learn from a SUP Pro!  The first clinic will be a Stroke Technique class held at ...

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Mark Melancon spreads the YOLO love at the Special Olympics

Posted on: 2011-05-24

Mark Melancon heads up YOLO Board Adventures in Fort Myers, Florida.  Here is his account of the time he spent offering the YOLO Board experience to Special Oympians: "We started in early April once a week training with the Special Olympics athletes. Matt Berman put the race on through his Noodles restaurant. &...

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YOLO riders win at Key West Paddleboard Classic!

Posted on: 2011-05-17

YOLO riders had a great time and came away with wins at the Key West Paddleboard Classic this past weekend.  Jusin Cook took 1st place in the Elite 12'6" division.  Sue Cooper took 3rd in the Elite 12'6" division.  Way to go guys!  Props to Westy and all the riders, Andie ...

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YOLO Board Riders J.P. Garcia and Mary Osborne stand up against plastic pollution

Posted on: 2011-05-17

YOLO Board riders J.P. Garcia and Mary Osborne are joining the Pangea Expedition and taking on the task of spreading public awareness on the subject of plastic pollution in the oceans.  J.P.'s account of the mission follows: My main objectives are to support the city/county of Santa Barbara ordinance to ...

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YOLO Board featured in 30A video, Thanks Mike and Bryan!

Posted on: 2011-05-16

Check out this sweet video!

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Running of the Boards this Friday May 6!

Posted on: 2011-05-02

  Great race on Okaloosa Island!  The first one is this Friday!! Gonna be a great one!   Register here!

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Florida State Paddleboard Championship Sat. Apr. 23

Posted on: 2011-04-22

The Florida State Paddleboard Championship Results: 1st overall Chase Kosterlitz on 14' Fanatic. 2nd overall and 1st in 12'6 Packet Casey on JL Slice. 3rd Overall and 2nd in 12'6 Justin Cook on his new YOLO Predator. 3rd overall and 3rd in 12'6 Matt McDonald on his Ohana. YOLO Jr. Rider Matt Wise 1st in ...

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YOLO Rider Garrett McCoy takes 1st at Water Monkey Race

Posted on: 2011-04-16

Riding the 14' Steve Brom-designed Prowler race board, Garrett McCoy took 1st place in the 14' division, 2nd overall at the Water Monkey SUP race in Tampa, FL yesterday.  Great job Garrett! The paddlers battled 20+ mph winds, and extremely choppy conditions.  Congrats to all racers and to Chase Kosterlitz ...

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Sue Cooper shines in the Sunshine SUP race

Posted on: 2011-04-12

YOLO Team Rider Sue Cooper took 1st in the Rec Division and 4th in the Race divisions of the Sunshine SUP race this weekend.  Sue and Aranza Rodriguez fought it out with Sarah Langdon and Caitlin Wisdom, all on YOLO Eco Trainers, for the win in the tandem division.  Congrats to ...

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YOLO produces HIHO board

Posted on: 2011-03-31

IMMEDIATE RELEASE     YOLO Board Debuts Highland Spring HIHO Custom YOLO Board Designed by Jake Meyer of I Will Design for Food, the Highland Spring HIHO signature stand up paddleboard will be utilized during the ultimate Windsurfing/SUP adventure vacation and race event    YOLO Board unveils the new Highland Spring HIHO YOLO ...

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Drawing today for Free YOLO Board at Self.com/prizes!

Posted on: 2011-03-23

Register now for a Free YOLO Board at Self.com !  Seriously!  Do it now! Drawing today at 3PM EST.  You Only Live Once!!

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YOLO Winter Series Race Results!

Posted on: 2011-03-21

YOLO Winter Race Series 2011 Champions ! Congrats to all racers, including YOLO riders Justin Cook, Sue Cooper, Garrett McCoy, Sarah Langdon, and Holly Amodio.   12’6” Race Men : YOLO rider Justin Cook Women: YOLO rider Sue Cooper   14’ Race Bark rider Chip Bock   Unlimited Starboard rider Kurt Forester   ...

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YOLO Winter Race Series Finale! Sat. Mar. 19 Clearwater, FL

Posted on: 2011-03-18

Yolo Board Winter Race Series No.4 On Saturday, YOLO Dealer Extraordinaire and owner of Stand Up Fitness , Brody Welte will present the fourth race in his Yolo Board Winter Race Series. Location: Clearwater Community Sailing Center – 1001 Gulf Blvd., Clearwater History: This is the fourth and final race of the ...

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YOLO Board Adventures-WaterColor announces new stand up paddleboard class schedule!

Posted on: 2011-03-15

YOLO Board Adventures Watercolor Boat House, Santa Rosa Beach, FL  Class schedule: "Intro to SUP" beginner class Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9am-10am at Watercolor Boathouse call for reservation. The cost is $45 per person.  "Yolo Yoga" to commence Thursday March 24th at 11:00 am. This will be every Thursday at ...

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Carolina Cup April 30 Wrightsville Beach, NC

Posted on: 2011-03-09

YOLO Board is proud to be the REC race sponsor for the Carolina Cup on April 30, in Wrightsville Beach, NC.  What a great event! with William Pope and John Beausang at the helm, what more could you ask for! Kids, Rec, Open and Elite Divisions Details here   &...

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Key West Classic Training session is the bomb!

Posted on: 2011-02-22

           Jeff and Kyle from YOLO headquarters were lucky enough to join the training paddle session last night at Lazy Dog in Key West.  It was a great experience with over 28 paddlers participating in the clinic.  More photos by Barbara Sage here.    Every ...

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YOLO Board Winter Series Race #3 Sarasota, FL

Posted on: 2011-02-19

What a beautiful day today in Sarasota, FL for the YOLO Winter Race Series #3.  Congrats to YOLO Yeam Riders Justin Cook 1st overall on a 12'6 and Sue Cooper for 2nd place ladies 12'6.  Thanks to Mary Ann Boyer Willis for pushing Jeff along the 4 mile course,...

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YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards in Mr. Surf's, Panama City Beach, FL

Posted on: 2011-02-18

We are proud to announce that YOLOBoards are now available at Mr Surf's in Panama City, FL. Go see Tony and his crew for top notch service and a great selection of YOLO's. They are located at 7220 Thomas Dr. Call 850-235-2702 for more info.

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Yancy Spencer III: 1950-2011

Posted on: 2011-02-16

Yancy Spencer III -- a well-known surfer who ran surf and skate shops in Gulf Shores, Ala., and in Pensacola, Gulf Breeze and Destin in Florida -- died of an apparent heart attack Monday after surfing in California. He was 60. Spencer owned and operated the Innerlight Surf & Skate shops, which on Tuesday were ...

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YOLO Board Local Race Series Dates Announced

Posted on: 2011-02-09

Mark your calendars!! Dates for the Santa Rosa Beach YOLO Board Race Series have been announced for 2011.  The local 4-race/4-man team relays will be held on May 26, June 23, July 14, and Aug. 11, at the Watercolor Boat House in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. A new Distance Builder Solo race series ...

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Brody Welte, YOLO racer-of-the-month for February

Posted on: 2011-02-08

Brody Welte, of Stand Up Fitness, in St. Petersburg, FL is our February featured racer of the month.  While he is too busy to actually participate in any races right now, he really is an amazing racer.  In his life as a race/event promoter, Brody is holding his 3rd race in ...

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OutdoorGulfCoast.com paddleboarding into your adventure!

Posted on: 2011-02-02

Great article on Outdoor Gulf Coast.com Every few years or so, a new sport or exercise becomes the next best thing. There was windsurfing and now it’s kitesurfing for an extreme, outdoor water sport. We have Jazzercise and now Zumba for indoor dance workouts. Five years ago, it was a kayak that ...

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YOLO on the Chesapeake Bay!

Posted on: 2011-01-28

Don't let the cold stop you from paddling!  Put on a dry suit and booties, just like this guy on the Chesapeake Bay!  If you are in the area contact Ben at www.SUPannapolis.com!  You Only Live Once, go do it peoples!  YOLO!

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Beat Cancer with a Paddle slated for May 7

Posted on: 2011-01-24

Join us May 7, 2011 for the the Third Annual Sweetwater Paddle For the Cure is a kayak, paddlecraft and standup paddleboard race and family fun paddle to raise money for cancer research.  Set against the skyline of beautiful downtown Tampa. Launching from scenic Riverfront Park , downtown,on the Hillsborough River, there will ...

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YOLO Dealer featured in February SHAPE Magazine

Posted on: 2011-01-20

Stand Up Fitness Founder Brody Welte Shares SUP Training Tips in the February Issue of Shape Magazine Welte gives training advice in the cover feature ‘Marisa Miller’s Flat Ab Workout’ and in instructional videos available on the magazine’s website   YOLO dealer Stand Up Fitness, a multi-dimensional fitness ...

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Kalama Kamp Vista Guapa Surf Camp Costa Rica Apr. 9-16

Posted on: 2011-01-18

Kalama Kamp is going surfing in Costa Rica with Alvaro Solano and Vista Guapa Surf Camp.  Alvaro is a 7-time Costa Rican National Surf Champion. Camp will take place April 9-16, 2011. Spend your spring break with us learning all things SUP. A You-Only-Live-Once opportunity to spend time in the water with ...

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YOLO Board to be featured in Randy Wayne White's new book "Night Vision"

Posted on: 2011-01-15

Doc Ford is on a collision course with death in this extraordinary new novel, "Night Vision," from the New York Times bestselling author Randy Wayne White. White's popular character, Doc Ford, takes up SUP!!  Read Randy's book to find out which YOLO Board he chooses! A brief synopsis of the book due out ...

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YOLO Board Demo in on Sannibel Island, FL this Saturday

Posted on: 2011-01-13

Its a new year and time for YOLO!!  We will hold a YOLOBOARD demo this Sat Jan 15th on the first island of the Sanibel causeway. It will start at 11:00am and run until 2:00pm. Come out and try all of our board models!We will be featuring the 12ft original, 12 ...

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YOLO Watersports in Captiva, FL !!

Posted on: 2011-01-11

YOLO Watersports, where you can rent or buy a YOLO anytime you are on the island of Captiva! Another great Florida paddle destination to check out!

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Dan Gavere and Betsy Risner win 2nd race of YOLO Board Winter Race Series St. Petersburg

Posted on: 2011-01-10

      Thanks to all the racers who participated in the 2nd race of our YOLO Board Winter Race Series!!!   Congrats to Dan Gavere, Chase Kosterlitz, Matthew McDonald for finishing in the top 3 spots for the 12' Race Division.....Brandon Rahe, Garrett McCoy and Jim Valenti for the top 3 spots in ...

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Alvaro Solano of Vista Guapa tears it up on the YOLO 9'6" in Costa Rica

Posted on: 2011-01-04

Alvaro Solano, former Costa Rican surf champion, now runs Vista Guapa surf camp in Jaco and pushes the limits of Stand Up Paddleboarding. He is shown here on the YOLO 9'6" Express.Photo: Wendy Solano Ortiz

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Orange Bowl SUP Race this Sunday Jan. 2, 2011 !

Posted on: 2011-01-01

Good luck to YOLO Racers Sue Cooper, Justin Cook and Michael "Westy" Westenberger who will be competing in Miami this Sunday!  The 5-mile Elite course through downtown Miami, Florida is sure to be an experience they will not forget.  Go get 'em boys and girl!!  You can find more info on the ...

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YOLO Dealer to offer Paddle Fit ACE Certification

Posted on: 2010-12-17

Stand Up Fitness to Offer Exclusive Paddle Fit Certification Class January 4th – January 5th at Clearwater Community Sailing Center Approved for continuing education credits (CECs) by the American Council on Exercise, Paddle Fit Certification offers insight into the stand up paddleboard fitness business. YOLO Board dealer Brody Welte of Stand Up Fitness, a ...

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Order online by Dec. 17 for Dec. 25 Delivery!

Posted on: 2010-12-08

Place your online orders by December 17 to assure delivery by Christmas!  Our offices will be closed Dec. 24-Jan. 4, but please call if you need us, as we will be checking our messages!  Happy Holidays!  YOLO Ho-Ho-Ho!

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YOLO Crew (including Dancing Bear) Off to Vista Guapa in Costa Rica!

Posted on: 2010-12-03

Follow the YOLO Board Costa Rica Tour in the Dancing Bear Blog here!  They are touring the country over 15 days, and Dancing Bear Dave Meadows will be blogging the whole way.  First stop is the famous Surf Camp at Vista Guapa in Jaco, Punterenas.  Then on to Zancudo Lodge, and further ...

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Sue Cooper named new YOLO Board Team Racer

Posted on: 2010-11-15

We welcome Sue Cooper of Lazy Dog Kayaks in Key West, FL, as a new member of the YOLO Board Race Team!  She is an amazing athlete and a great person.  We are so happy to have her as part of the family.  Sue just recently placed 3rd in the Sunshine SUP ...

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SUP Connect.com - great new SUP site!

Posted on: 2010-11-10

Check out this new Stand Up Paddle Forum website:  SUP Connect.com  Add your photos, videos, watch SUP TV, and much more!  Jeff and Leslie of the Stand Up Paddle Radio show are currently featured on the front page!  The creator of the site, Andre Niemeyer will be on the Radio ...

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Kalama Kamp Turks & Caicos Nov. 14-21

Posted on: 2010-11-01

Kalama Kamp Turks & CaicosNovember 14th-21st Kalama Kamp is a unique opportunity to go on a SUP adventure vacation with Dave Kalama, one of the greatest waterman to step foot on our planet. The camps are all-inclusive except for airfare. The next camp will be on the beautiful island of Turks and Caicos and the ...

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YOLO Board takes 1st in Fall Paddle Stand Up Paddleboard Festival in St. Petersburg, FL

Posted on: 2010-10-30

Great job by all racers at the www.FallPaddleFestival.com this weekend in St. Petersburg, FL.  In this WPA sanctioned race, YOLO rider Justin Cook took 1st place in the 12'6" Elite Division!  Justin was riding the Steve Brom-designed custom Predator YOLO race board.  Matt McDonald of team GUSU, Destin, FL&...

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YOLO with the Manatees!

Posted on: 2010-10-25

Another "You Only Live Once" moment on a stand up paddleboard.  Rich and Bjorn Blasbicher were paddling in the gulf in front of the Sea Oats Motel in Destin, FL, when they were joined by 9 manatees !!  What an incredible experience!  Thanks for sharing the pics guys!

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Team YOLO wins at C2C 22-mile race !

Posted on: 2010-10-11

Congrats to Team YOLO riders for a great race on Saturday in Cocoa Beach, FL! Justin Cook of Santa Rosa Beach, riding a custom Steve Brom 12'6" YOLO Predator race board, took first place and set a new course record!  Way to go Justin!  Ross Carter came in 1st in ...

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Battle of the Paddle in Dana Point, CA !!

Posted on: 2010-10-11

We are so proud of our YOLO race team in their efforts at the Battle of the Paddle!  It doesn't get any bigger than this race!!  Justin Cook racing the YOLO predator, designed by Steve Brom, came 37th in a field of 159 Elite Racers in the 5-mile course!  He also ...

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HiHo and YOLO!!

Posted on: 2010-10-07

Join us for Highland Spring HIHO in the British Virgin Islands.  June 23-July 3, 2011.  Imagine a week of inter-island sailing, SUPing & windsurfing with great parties and a captain yacht which you call home. Highland Spring HIHO is unique, fun, sometimes a little crazy but we guarantee it will be your most ...

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Monster Paddle on the harbor in Destin, FL Oct. 16!

Posted on: 2010-10-06

Waterman Gulf Coast and the Gulf Coast Paddle Club, along with Yolo Board, is hosting its on-water Halloween Paddle festival on the Destin Harbor October 16.  Get your costume on and come out and paddle! Thanks so much to Cory from www.watermangulfcoast.com for including YOLO Board ...

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YOLO Board Seaside Celebration SUP Race Sept. 18 Recap

Posted on: 2010-10-01

YOLO Board Seaside Celebration Receives Big Turnout from SUP Community Around the Country Success of the second year race event further establishes Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast and its surrounding communities as a growing SUP destination of choice   Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. (September 28, 2010) – YOLO Board announces that 123 paddlers from ...

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Vista Guapa SUP Camp in Costa Rica !

Posted on: 2010-09-01

A true "You Only Live Once" experience is available this December 4th - 11th at the Vista Guapa Surf Camp in Jaco, Costa Rica.  Vista Guapa has partnered with YOLO Board and Brody Welte for a camp specific to the sport of Stand Up Paddleboarding.  Camp package and activities include: ACE Certified SUP ...

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Team YOLO wins at Sonic City 5000!

Posted on: 2010-08-31

Team YOLO won big at the Sonic City 5000, 15-mile SUP race this Saturday held in Fort Walton Beach, FL.  The conditions were rough, but the racers gave it their all and pulled it out!  Justin Cook took 2nd in the Men's 15 mile Elite.  Mary Ann Boyer Willis took 2nd in ...

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2010 YOLO Board Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series Finale!

Posted on: 2010-08-24

YOLO Board announced the 2010 YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series Champions following the final race event held on Thursday, August 19th.  The Unbalanced team composed of Jessica D’Aleo, Bernadette Leach, Amanda Martin, Gina Seton and Terry Strohmeyer won the Women’s Division. Grayton Beach Fitness made up of Shane Babin, Stefan ...

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Brody Welte of Team YOLO takes 2nd in the SEA NYC race around Manhattan!

Posted on: 2010-08-10

The Surfer's Environmental Alliance held its 4th annual SEAPaddleNYC this past Saturday Aug. 13, 2010.  YOLO race team members John Denney, Brody Welte, and Tom Losee will be paddled the 28-mile course.  Props to Brody who took 2nd behind Jamie Mitchell in the Rec division on his Steve Brom Custon YOLO ...

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Lake SUP race featured on Athleta.net

Posted on: 2010-08-09

YOLO dealers Dan and Tara Krolczyk of www.LakeSUP.com held their first stand up paddleboard race on Lake Calhoun in Minneapolis, Minnesota!  It was featured on Athleta.net here!  A great article on a great couple that is leading the way for SUP in Minnesota!  Tara is shown here on her ...

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YOLO rider Andi Johnson takes 1st in Utah Race!

Posted on: 2010-08-02

Just got the good word from Utah... YOLO Team rider Andie Johnson takes the womens Open Class 12'6 Division in the H2O Overdrive SUP Cup Series on her new YOLO Predator hand shaped by Steve Brom. Way to go Andie, way to represent!

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Let's go YOLOing

Posted on: 2010-08-01

Great article by Southern Hospitality Mag, see the link here

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Beaches of South Walton YOLO interview

Posted on: 2010-07-27

The Beaches of South Walton conducted a great interview highlighting Stand Up Paddleboarding in the Florida Panhandle.  Take a look!

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YOLO wins at East Coast Paddleboarding Championship

Posted on: 2010-07-13

The East Coast Paddleboarding Championship was held this weekend in Ponce Inlet, FL.  All Team YOLO members obtained personal bests in the 6-mile race on Saturday.  Gary Wise came in at the head of the pack on his OC-1.  Justin Cook took 3rd in the 12'6 division on the Steve ...

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Florida Travel & Life Mag features YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2010-07-06

The new July/August issue of Florida Travel + Life is out and Beaches of South Walton was ranked #1! Congrats to everyone featured (including YOLO's Tom Losee and local beauties Stefanie Carpenter & Hillary Fosdyck) and big thanks to FT+L's Dave Herndon, Paul Love, Amy Mikler & Vicky Hodges, as well as 30A's Mike ...

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Listen to the Stand Up Paddle Radio show NOW!!! 11am CST

Posted on: 2010-06-15

Listen to the show today and every Thursday at 11am c.s.t. on www.30aradio.org !    Lots of great SUP guests!   Don't miss it!

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Dean McDermott uses YOLO Boards to stay in shape!

Posted on: 2010-06-10

Hollywood Actor and WERA Motorcycle Racer Dean McDermott uses YOLO to Stay in Shape and Enhance Racing Form YOLO Board enthusiasts McDermott and Personal Trainer Joy Di Palma incorporate Stand-Up Paddleboarding into McDermott’s training regimen   Dean McDermott and Los Angeles-based celebrity personal trainer Joy Di Palma incorporate the popular sport ...

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Southern Living YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard article!

Posted on: 2010-06-09

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YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards in Southwest Airline's Spirit Magazine

Posted on: 2010-05-19

YOLO in Southwest Airlines's magazine Spirit! Paddle Pusher The best way to see the area’s 26 miles of Blue Wave-certified beaches—meaning they meet strict criteria for water quality, habitat conservation, and education—is atop a stand-up paddle board. Learn how to ride one with a one-hour private lesson ($60) or ...

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YOLO Board featured in the Thirty A Review!

Posted on: 2010-05-19

The 2010 May/June issue of the thirty-A Reveiw features a beautiful layout of YOLO photos.  Thanks to Miles Nieman, publisher, and Jenny Etheridge of www.m-publicrelations.com for writing a great article.  See the entire article at www.thirtyareview.com.  

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YOLO's Justin Cook takes 3rd in Gulf Coast Paddleboard Championship!

Posted on: 2010-05-18

                We are so proud of Justin Cook, who rode the 12'6" YOLO custom Brom Predator.  Justin placed third among a field of exceptional paddlers.  Great job Justin!!            MADEIRA BEACH, ...

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Southern Breeze YOLO!

Posted on: 2010-05-15

The Spring 2010 issue cover of Southern Breeze magazine features Chandler Williams of www.modusphotography.com atop his YOLO Board on Western Lake, Watercolor, FL.   The article features the best place to jump in the lake, take a hike, or find yourself up the gulf with a paddle along northwest Florida's slice ...

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YOLO Beginner Group Class Saturdays at 9 AM Eastern Lake, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2010-05-10

Come out and experience YOLO Stand up Paddleboarding!  Debbie Hunter will be leading the class at 9 AM at the Old Florida Fish House on Easterrn Lake in Seagrove Beach, FL.  Bring your own board for $10, or we will provide one fo $35. Call to reserve your spot ...

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YOLO stand up paddleboards surfing Vista Guapa, Costa Rica

Posted on: 2010-04-27

Check out these shots from Vista Guapa surf camp in Jaco, Puntarenas, Costa Rica!  Alvaro is shredding on the Brom Custom Soul Searcher.  They are now offering YOLO SUP packages for the summer! We are so excited to have our boards represented by such a well-respected surf camp. Alvaro and Ashley offer ...

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Lousiana YOLO crew provides water safety for New Orleans 1/2 Ironman

Posted on: 2010-04-24

Baton Rouge YOLO crew, Troy Archer, Matt Macdonell, Andy Kennedy, Keith Richard, and Larry provided water safety for the New Orleans 70.3 mile 1/2 Ironman.  They watched over 2800 participants for the 3 hours that it took for all to pass them in the water.  Way to go Lousiana YOLO ...

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Earth Day Paddleboards in SW Florida

Posted on: 2010-04-20

Celebrate Earth Day and do your part to help, by picking up trash on a YOLO Board!  Lauren Sheppard of Paddleboards SW FL is offering free paddle time to trash picker-uppers!  For more info:  http://paddleboardswfl.com/EARTH_Week_2010.html

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Paddleboard Orlando YOLO Y.O.W. (Yoga on Water)

Posted on: 2010-04-16

Check out the web article on YOLO dealer Kim Depasquale of Paddleboard Orlando.  She offers sales, rentals, lessons, and Y.O.W. - YOLO Yoga on Water! http://wpmobserver.com/WPMObserver/article.asp?ID=3498

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Key West Stand Up Paddleboard Classic - 05-15-10

Posted on: 2010-04-11

The 2010 Key West Paddleboard Classic is an annual ocean paddleboard race in the tropical setting of Key West, FL. Participants will enjoy a challenging 12-mile course over crystal blue waters, circling the island through scenic mangroves, passing by the historic Seaport District, crossing the causeway and gliding by island coral reefs. The race begins ...

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YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard Eco Tours w/Justin Nichols

Posted on: 2010-03-23

Yolo will be offering Stand Up Paddle Eco Tours in Santa Rosa Beach, FL with Justin Nichols at 10am on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at Western Lake boat ramp near the Red Bar in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  This is your chance to get out on the ...

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Olympic skier Julie Mancuso stays in shape with SUP surfing

Posted on: 2010-03-16

During the winter, World Cup skier Julia Mancuso markets in unhinged downhill careening. In her off-season, she settles onto a more level plane. The 24-year-old speed demon, who spends her summers on the Hawaiian island of Maui, is a disciple of stand-up paddling, in which she propels herself through the ocean gondolier-style on a specially ...

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YOLO Custom Brom Stand Up Paddleboards in 30A Review

Posted on: 2010-03-10

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YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard Demo Saturday March 6, in Clearwater, FL rocked

Posted on: 2010-03-03

Thanks to all who attended the YOLO Demo held on Sat. Mar 6 in Clearwater, FL  at the Clearwater Sailing Center organized by YOLO dealer Brody Welte of Kahuna Kai Paddle Center and  www.StandUpFitnessInc.com.    Jeff Archer and Kyle Lage of YOLO&...

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Stand Up Paddle Mag demos custom Steve Brom YOLO board

Posted on: 2010-03-01

Reid Inouye and Mike Muir of Stand Up Paddle magazine paddled the YOLO Custom "Soul Searcher"  shaped by Steve Brom over the weekend in Dana Point, CA.  Here's what he had to say: I paddled the Soul Searcher last week in Dana Point Harbor. I like it. The rail of the nose gives ...

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YOLO Stand Up Snowman in North Carolina!!

Posted on: 2010-02-18

Hey Jeff,We had a nice snow last Saturday and this is what we did during work.  We had so much fun and had tons of people showing up to take pictures with our stand up snowman.  Two news stations and the paper posted it as well.  We also sold a ...

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Deerfield Beach Founders Stand Up Paddleboard Race

Posted on: 2010-02-17

lt was a cold and blustery day for the Deerfield Beach Founders Stand Up Paddleboard Race that was held Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010.  But that didn't stop Team YOLO from giving it their all!!!!  Justin Cook took 3rd in his division on the Steve Brom hand-shaped YOLO Predator race board.  Way to ...

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Hands Across the Sand in Florida, this Saturday 12 noon, wear Black

Posted on: 2010-02-08

This Saturday at 12 noon, CST, the Citizens of Florida will have an opportunity to show their opposition to oil drilling as close as 3 to 10 miles off our coast. This movement will be made of people of all walks of life and will cross political affiliations. This movement is not about politics; ...

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YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards in St. Pete Times

Posted on: 2010-02-06

Outdoor writer Terry Tomalin writes a great tale in the St. Petersburg Times of the stand up paddleboard camping adventure in the Everglades that he took with YOLO owners Jeff Archer and Tom Losee.  It's a new look at one of the many SUP possibilities out there. Check it out here: http://www....

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Florida Trend Magazine features YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2010-01-26

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Beat Cancer with a Paddle! Race April 24, Tampa, FL

Posted on: 2010-01-19

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New Year's Resolution: More Paddling!!

Posted on: 2010-01-06

YOLO New Year's Resolutions: Paddle more Fish more Yoga more Train more Cruise more Explore more Surf more Enjoy more You Only Live Once!   Photo:  The cold weather doesn't stop Andy Coleman from fishing on his YOLOyak.  He recently caught this 27-inch 9 lb Redfish in the Choctawhatchee Bay, Walton County, ...

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Hottest outdoor activity: YOLO Boarding!

Posted on: 2010-01-04

At the end of each year, 30A fans nominate and vote for their favorite local "Hot Spots" across a wide variety of categories. YOLO Boarding was voted the "Hottest Outdoor Activity!"  While Florida's Scenic Highway 30A is certainly home to many extraordinary restaurants, shops, activities and businesses,  the following are your favorite 30A ...

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YOLO Christmas on Lake Tahoe

Posted on: 2009-12-29

Ashley K of Lake Tahoe spent Christmas day on her new YOLO Express paddling Lake Tahoe.  What an incredible sight!  Thanks for sharing the pics Ashley!  Any water, any where!  YOLO!

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Unleash your inner Eskimo at the Polar Bear Paddle rescheduled for this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-12-16

Waterman Gulf Coast and YOLO present The Polar Bear Paddle benefiting Toys for Tots this Saturday  "Polar Bear Paddle forcast....High 53 degrees, partly sunny! Now that is a solid forcast, and great temp for the first PBP! We are putting the temperature on the front of the PBP shirts, all that donate a ...

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YOLO back in the Everglades

Posted on: 2009-12-16

Jeff and Kyle headed down to the Florida Everglades and paddled over 12-foot gators!  On their way down, they stopped in St. Petersburg to see Brody Welte of www.standupfitnessinc.com, Kim with www.paddleboardorlando.com, Roy at www.aceperformer.com in Ft. Myers, Summerland Sandal in Summerland Key, and other dealers along the ...

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Tell Santa what you really want!

Posted on: 2009-12-14

You know what you want!  Put it at the top of your wish list!  Hurry!  Vie Magazine lists our stand up paddleboard as one of the best gifts!  Merry Christmas and a YOLO new year!

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Surf Legend Steve Brom to design new custom line for YOLO Board

Posted on: 2009-12-14

 YOLO Board  has teamed up with renowned California surf legend and board shaper Steve Brom to design a new custom line of YOLO Boards for racing and performance surfing.  The series features several distinct stand-up paddleboards such as the 10’6” Soul Searcher, the 12’6” Predator, the ...

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YOLO Board Stand Up Paddleboards featured in E5 Mag

Posted on: 2009-12-12

YOLO Board was featured in the latest issue of E5 Magazine.  The Panama City Beach, FL  publication highlights local businesses and interests in the panhandle of FL.  Thanks for the props guys, you have a great looking magazine.

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YOLO Pilgrim Paddle in St. Pete, FL Nov 28

Posted on: 2009-11-30

YOLO dealer Brody Welte held his Inaugaral Pilgrim Paddle on Sat. Nov 28, at Spa Beach, in St. Petersburg, FL.   Great turnout and a great race! Go to www.standupfitnessinc.com for details and more pics!

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YOLO stand up paddleboarding in the Everglades

Posted on: 2009-11-29

This was a trip like no other.  8 men on stand up paddleboards laden with tents, backpacks, food and water, paddling through the Florida Everglades. Camping overnight with the alligators, crocodiles, pythons and who knows what else. The trip started with a 7-mile leisurely paddle with an outgoing tide into ...

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Stand Up Paddle Radio Show

Posted on: 2009-11-26

The Walton Sun   Highlighted the Stand Up Paddle Radio Show sponsored by YOLO Board.  Leslie Kolovich of 30Aradio.org and Jeff Archer of YOLO Board are the hosts of the show which have featured guests such as Dave Kalama (SUP Master), Meg Chun of Kialoa Paddles, John Denney of ...

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Time Magazine highlights SUP movement

Posted on: 2009-11-20

Check out the link below to read Time Magazine's article on SUP entitled What's SUP?  A Surf Sport that needs no Ocean. http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1901908,00.html?artId=1901908?contType=article?chn=us

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YOLO in Stand Up Paddle Magazine

Posted on: 2009-11-11

YOLO Board is highlighted in an article in the latest Stand Up Paddle Magazine. The features also boasts of great places to paddle on Northwest Florida's lakes, inlets, and lagoons. This is one of the industry's best publications, and we are thrilled to be a part of it! Pick one up-it's ...

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YOLO takes 1st and 2nd at Jupiter Paddleboard Invasion!

Posted on: 2009-11-07

Team YOLO rider Justin Cook took 1st place in the 3-mile Jupiter Paddleboard invasion on Sunday, Nov. 8.  He was riding the YOLO 12'6" race board.  Extreme athlete Darien Boyle www.darienboyle.com took 2nd on the YOLO race board for the women.  Kyle Lage and Ross Carter of Team YOLO, and ...

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Follow Dancing Bear's YOLO Tour across America!

Posted on: 2009-11-05

Dave Meadows (aka Dancing Bear) has embarked on his YOLO tour across America!  He will paddling at stops along the way in Galveston and Guadelupe River State Park in Texas, Las Cruces, NM, the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Lake Mead, Santa Barbara, CA, Lake Tahoe, CA, Oregon, and Puget Sound, WA.  Check out ...

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YOLO featured in Gulf Coast Wine & Dine Magazine

Posted on: 2009-11-04

Here is an excerpt from the Gulf Coast Wine & Dine magazine article entitled: "30A, More than a number, it's a lifestyle." YOLO Boarding. It is kind of like surfing, but without the surf and with a paddle. Maybe it is more like canoeing but without a place to sit down. Actually YOLO ...

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YOLO SUP dealer Brody Welte named St. Petersburg's Entrepreneur of the Year!

Posted on: 2009-11-02

Brody Welte of www.standupfitnessinc.com was just named Entrepreneur of the Year  by the St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce! Brody started his YOLO business one year ago, and has quickly become the one to watch in St. Petersburg.  Brody offers private lessons, tours, paddlefit classes, and bootcamps.  He is our ...

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Watersound Welcome Weekend YOLO Demo

Posted on: 2009-11-01

Tom Losee held a YOLO stand up paddleboard demo at Watersound this weekend.  Tons of beginners loved the boards, and can't wait to try it again.  Feels like walking on water!! Photos by www.brandanbabineaux.com

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Team YOLO wins at C2C 22-mile Cocoa Beach, FL SUP race Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-10-17

Gary Wise, of Team YOLO, took 1st place in the unlimited division of the annual 22-mile Causeway to Causeway Paddleboard Race in Cocoa Beach, FL this Saturday!  Gary beat the course record by over 30 minutes with a time of 4 hrs. 21 min.  Chip Bock, from Melbourne Beach, FL, ...

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YOLO/Spectrum SUP Paddle Battle in Baton Rouge

Posted on: 2009-10-16

The first annual Paddle Battle at Baton Rouge Beach was held on Oct. 17 on the LSU lakes. The event had ten 4-man SUP teams paddling the YOLOyaks.  Over 80 people were out at the lake braving the cold temps.  The race was sponsored by YOLO Board and ...

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YOLO dealer Jupiter Paddleboarding featured on Cover

Posted on: 2009-10-09

John and Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding in Jupiter, FL were recently featured on the cover of Around Jupiter Magazine.  These two amazing YOLO dealers were the first to bring Stand Up Paddleboarding and SUP Yoga to the East Coast of Florida.  John Denney is a frequent contributor to the prestigious ...

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YOLO on the Delaware

Posted on: 2009-10-06

"Received the Yolo Yak in Pennsylvania 2 weeks ago. I had the yak on Lake Galeana in Doylestown and people were like...."What is that?" Just incredible. At 270 lbs it handles my weight perfectly. The true test was yesterday on an eight mile stretch of Delaware River between Frenchtown and Stockton NJ. Weather ...

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YOLO Board takes first on Lake Norman, NC

Posted on: 2009-10-04

The very first stand up paddle board race within 200 miles of the Charlotte, NC area took place Saturday on Lake Norman. The guys started off into a variable head wind ranging from 10-15 mph, with rough, choppy waters. The boat traffic created some extra “swell” to the conditions as well. The ...

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YOLO! Stand Up Paddleboard Miami!

Posted on: 2009-09-28

If you're in the Miami area, check out www.paddleboardmiami.com.  Brenda Lowe is the owner, and a former Miami Dolphins cheerleader.  Now she is cheering for YOLO!  An exclusive YOLO rep, Brenda leads tours, gives lessons and offers rentals.  We are so happy to have Brenda as a part of ...

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Justin Cook of Team YOLO takes 2nd in Southeast SUP Championship!

Posted on: 2009-09-27

Way to go Justin!  He just took 2nd in the Southeast SUP Championship held in Wilmingotn, NC  on  Sept. 26!  The 3.5 mile course went around Harbor Island and all proceeds from this event benefitted the Surfrider Foundation. Photo credit:  Brandan Babineaux

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Coastal Living Magazine features YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-09-26

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YOLO-Seaside Celebration raises $11,250.00 for local charities

Posted on: 2009-09-20

  YOLO Board Seaside Celebration and Paddleboard Race to Benefit Locals Holly Burke and Jason Thompson Raises $11,250.00    proceeds to aid Burke and Thompson in their fights against cancer   Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.  – The YOLO Board-Seaside Celebration on Saturday, September 19th in Seaside, FL, was a huge ...

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YOLO Dance Elite party

Posted on: 2009-09-05

Dance Elite in Destin, FL, held its end of the summer party with YOLO Board.  The girls put their balance to the test and performed beautifully.  The girls and parents had a blast!  Make your next party a hit with YOLO! 

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Spectrum Fitness in Baton Rouge, LA offers SUP

Posted on: 2009-08-25

Spectrum Fitness Clubs in Baton Rouge, LA  have recently added YOLO Board stand up paddling to its ammenities.  The groups enjoy demos, lessons, and paddlefit classes all held on the beautiful LSU lakes.  Last weekend, a photographer was on hand from the Baton Rouge Morning Advocate to document the days ...

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2009 Aesthetic Clinique YOLO SUP Race Series winners anounced

Posted on: 2009-08-14

The last race in our series took place last night at the beautiful Watercolor Boathouse. Perfect weather and fired up racers made for a great night. The ladies race ended with On The Coast Magazine's 5th consecutive race win. SoWal Lifeguards-Black team took home the win for the men. After the awards ceremony, we ...

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PowersOutdoors- New YOLO dealer in Michigan!

Posted on: 2009-08-11

 -We are so excited to be in the line up at Powers Outdoors, one of Michigan's largest independent paddlesports dealers.  Powers Outdoors has been serving West Michigan and beyond for over 60 years, and is a leader in outfitting those who embrace an outdoor, You Only Live Once, lifestyle.  ...

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YOLO PaddleFit in Concord, New Hampshire

Posted on: 2009-08-06

STANDUP PADDLE FITNESS CLASS STARTS 8/11! Enjoy the first PaddleFit class in New Hampshire with Full Circle Fitness. Tues and Sat AMs for 6wks, $240. Includes everything but your smile! (603)491-6317  for more info contact: maryellen@fullcirclefitnessnh.com

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Key Largo YOLO

Posted on: 2009-07-31

Carribbean Watersports, located at the Hilton Key Largo now offers YOLO's to their guests.  The spectacular water of the Florida Keys is the perfect place to stand up paddle!  We are so excited to have our boards down there.  Other luxury Hilton Properties that offer the YOLOs are:  Boca Raton Beach ...

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YOLO on Panama City Beach's News Channel 7

Posted on: 2009-07-29

 Check out the news feature on YOLO taken at our last race in Watercolor, Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  Panama City Beach's News Channel 7 did a great job on the spot.  http://www.wjhg.com/video/?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=3996141 

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Add seats to your YOLOyak!

Posted on: 2009-07-29

Chris and Tim Sullivan out on Chuckanut Drive in Bellingham Bay, WA.  They outfitted their YOLOyak with a comfortable Skwoosh Voyager seat!  We love it!  What a great way to enjoy the spectacular scenery.

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4th YOLO Race in Series this Thursday at Watercolor!

Posted on: 2009-07-24

The crowd gathered at Watercolor to witness race #4 of the Aesthetic Clinique/ YOLO Stand Up Paddle Board Series. We enjoyed a cool breeze off the lake and good company up on the bridge as our racers duked it out for the YOLO crown and bragging rights!The results from tonights ladies race:1- On ...

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Team YOLO wins at East Coast Paddleboard Championship

Posted on: 2009-07-18

YOLO Board exceeded expectations at the East Coast Paddleboard Championship held in Ponce Inlet, FL, Saturday July 18, 2009. Gary Wise won not only his 18' division, but alsothe Michael O'Shaughnessy Annual SUP Award given to the racer with the fastest combined times of the Florida State, Key West Classic, and East ...

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Beachcomber and Walton Sun highlight Hurlburt Field kids

Posted on: 2009-07-14

The recent issues of the Northwest Florida Beachcomber and the Walton Sun feature a photo of the Hurlbert Field Youth Center kids at their recent YOLO outing at the Sandestin Baytowne Marina.  The children of our military service men and women were treated to a well-deserved day of fun on the ...

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YOLO July 4th by Dancing Bear

Posted on: 2009-07-14

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YOLO July 4th by Dancing Bear

Posted on: 2009-07-14

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Encierro De Bordos -The Running of the Boards, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2009-07-11

Santa Rosa Beach, FL...Cory and Courtney of Waterman Gulf Coast  put on an amazing "Running of the Boards" event on Saturday! THe world’s first stand up paddle races recreating the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain. The beach at Senor Mojitos in Santa Rosa Beach, FL was packed with over 200 plus ...

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YOLO taking the Lakes by Storm

Posted on: 2009-07-08

You don't have to live on the coast to enjoy stand up paddleboarding!  As shown here in Lake Geneva, IL, Eric Schamberger is YOLO-skiing behind a boat!  Another YOLO was spotted on Lake Ponchartrain in New Orleans, LA, as John Waller takes in the sights at a sailing regatta.  Proof that SUP ...

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Stand-up paddleboarding gets you outdoors, strengthens your core

Posted on: 2009-07-06

 Great article on Stand Up Paddle fitness featuring our St. Petersburg YOLO rep Brody Welte. http://www.tampabay.com/features/fitness/article1015279.ece

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YOLO honors our Service Men and Women

Posted on: 2009-06-30

YOLO Board had the pleasure of providing a day of fun to the children of our U.S. Military last week.  The Hurlburt Field Youth Center, Camp "B" Jammin Program came out to Sandestin's Baytowne Marina for a day of YOLO fun.  Tom and Jeff were so impressed with these kids.  We ...

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Welcome new YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard dealers!

Posted on: 2009-06-27

We are so excited to announce the addition of new YOLO dealers!  Call them if you are in the area to try one out! Lake Minnetonka, MN  Lake SUP  www.LakeSUP.com Seattle, WA  Seattle Raft and Kayak  www.seattleraftandkayak.com Seattle, WA  Moss Bay Rowing  www.mossbay....

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YOLO on the Chattahoochee

Posted on: 2009-06-25

Steve Combs paddled his 2 YOLOyaks in the Back to the Chattahoochee River Race.  The Yaks handled the 8 mile downstream race with ease.  They were the 2 lone stand-up paddlers in a sea of kayakers.  They really STOOD out!  Great job repping the YOLO guys!

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YOLO in St. Pete, FL Demo this Saturday

Posted on: 2009-06-23

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3rd Race in Aesthetic Clinique YOLO SUP Race Series Report

Posted on: 2009-06-19

Destin, FL -- The Sandestin Baytowne Marina was the perfect setting for the 3rd race in our 2009 Aesthetic Clinique SUP Race Series.   Hundreds of spectators gathered for a competitive paddle battle.  Once again, On the Coast Mag Women and South Walton Lifeguard Black teams took first.  The race was shown ...

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Team YOLO takes 1st and 2nd at the Waterman's Challenge SUP race

Posted on: 2009-06-17

Justin Cook and Joe Serrato take 1st and 2nd, respectively, in the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum's Waterman's Challenge held June 6 in Cocoa Beach FL.  They were both paddling the 12' YOLO original.  Joe also took 3rd in the Surf Contest on the 12' YOLO.  Not only the most stable&...

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YOLO photo chosen for cover of Paddle World Magazine

Posted on: 2009-06-14

"For fun, fitness, and a great way to get outside, stand-up paddling is the latest craze in watersports." says PaddleWorld, the international paddlesports magazine.  The publication featured Jake Meyer's photograph of last year's YOLO stand-up paddleboard race series on the cover of its latest issue. 

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YOLO photo shoot for Coastal Living magazine

Posted on: 2009-06-13

Colleen Duffley of www.StudioBtheBeach.com was photographing the YOLO guys for an upcoming issue of Coastal Living magazine.  Chris Lambert's vintage Volkswagon van looks great topped with YOLO boards. Here are some behind the scenes shots.

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YOLOyak featured in Motorboating Magazine's must have gear

Posted on: 2009-06-13

The recent issue of Motorboating Magazine lists the YOLOyak as a must have accessory for the boating world.  Perfect for fishing, crabbing, and of course flat water paddling.  After anchoring, boaters explore the waterways on the YOLOyak hybrid SUP/kayak.

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YOLO and Cat Country Demo in Pensacola this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-06-11

Join YOLO Board and Cat Country 98.7 for the Coors Light Days of Summer Kick Off June 13th at Capt'N Funs Pensacola Beach!  Cat Country 98.7 will be on location live at the Portofino Boardwalk, Pensacola Beach Fl for a 3 hour demo.  Come out and register to win a YOLOyak, ...

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Bring your YOLO Board SUP to the Western Lake, Watercolor, FL Cleanup

Posted on: 2009-06-05

Help clean up the lake that we all love to paddle in, Western Lake at Watercolor.  Join Terri Cosson and crew in picking up trash along the shore.  Your YOlO Board is the perfect green vessle!  Meet up Saturday, June 13 at 9am, Watercolor Boathouse.  Bring sunscreen, bug spray and a ...

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YOLO YOGA and Fishing in Jupiter, FL

Posted on: 2009-06-04

Check out John and Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding.  They are living the YOLO life!  Among the many paddleboard activities that the Denneys offer, Bari teaches yoga on the board, and John takes guests on fishing excursions.  Fly-fishing on the YOLOyak and Warrior pose on the epoxy -- it doesn't ...

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YOLO's Gary Wise wins Daytona Oceanfest SUP race!

Posted on: 2009-06-02

Daytona Beach, FL--Gary Wise of Team YOLO Board wins Daytona 5-Mile Paddleboard ClassicThe Event was open to 10' 6", 12 foot, 14 foot, and unlimited paddleboards. Open to lifeguard specification surf skis, dory boats and stand-up paddleboards. Hosted by Surfari Surf Shop in Ormond Beach and the VSLA volunteers. Gary finished the five-mile race in ...

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SoWal Lifeguards and On the Coast win 2nd YOLO SUP Race in Series

Posted on: 2009-05-22

Well, the sky turned to a different shade of blue, after the rain. And what a beautiful evening it turned out to be for the second race of the YOLOBoard Stand Up Paddleboard Race series. Nine ladies teams hit the water paddling hard. The top three finishers all crossed the line within one minute ...

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Team YOLO's Gary Wise sets course record

Posted on: 2009-05-20

South Walton Beach Safety Director Gary Wise Wins 12th Annual Key West Paddleboard Classic Wise finishes first in the Unlimited Division in the May 9th event held at Smathers Beach in the Florida Keys   Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. -- Gary Wise, a member of Team YOLO Men in the local 2009 YOLO Race ...

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2nd YOLO SUP Race in Series this Thursday at Watercolor!

Posted on: 2009-05-18

Santa Rosa Beach, FL....Come out to the Watercolor Boathouse this Thursday at 5:30 for the 2nd race in our Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series.  The South Walton LifeGuards took the men's race last time, and the On The Coast Magazine Ladies were victorious in their division.  This week, our presenting sponsor-Asthetic ...

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Team YOLO Takes First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships

Posted on: 2009-05-14

Locals Gary Wise and Sean Hughes Take First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships Both place first individually in their respective divisions in the championship race held at Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach, FL on April 11th  Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. – YOLO Board LLC announces that the members of Team YOLO Men, Gary ...

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YOLO SUP Demo Lake Norman, NC this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-05-13

  Free Stand Up Paddle Demo – Lake Norman, NC Date:   Saturday May 16th Time:   1pm – 3pm Location:  Lake Norman public boat launch at Little Creek on Burtan Lane (S.R. 1376)(off Webb Road)   Come out and try the newest sport to hit Lake ...

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Billabong Grom Comp 5-16-09 !

Posted on: 2009-05-08

Miramar Beach, Fl--- ATTENTION Surfers 12 and under!  Sign up now for the 1st annual Billabong Grom Surfing Contest!  No surf experience necessary, boards provided! Saturday May 16th at Pompano Joe's in Miramar Beach at 9 am sharp!  For more info contact Billabong @ 850-424-3553, or Ride on Surf School @ 850-582-2593.

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SUPforLife Paddle-thon to raise money for American Cancer Society

Posted on: 2009-05-06

Santa Rosa Beach, FL ---SUP for Life is Waterman Gulf Coast's biggest charity activity.  If offers everyone in our community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. The local SUP community is inviting all paddlers (SUPs, kayaks, canoes, etc) to hit our designated waterway and take turns paddling around our buoys. ...

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YOLO Demo in Chattanooga, TN this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-05-05

YOLO is in Chattanooga, Tennessee! Yolo stand up paddleboard FREE Demo If you are looking for the newest, latest & greatest sports/fitness adventure come and check this out! Saturday May 9th 10:00AM-2:00PM at Camping World (Shipps RV) East Ridge, Exit 1 off I-75 hosted by Rock/ Creek & ...

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Stand Up Fitness Demo-St. Pete Beach

Posted on: 2009-05-02

Brody Welte, new YOLO rep, owner of Stand Up Paddle Fitness in St. Petersburg, FL will hold demo May 9.  Brody, who moved here from Hawaii, is an expert in the field, and is sure to provide a great demo day. For more info, contact Brody at 727-902-4294, and check out his website ...

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1st YOLO SUP Race a huge success!

Posted on: 2009-04-30

We had an amazing turnout for the first race of the series.  A little math to get started… 14 four man teams plus 9 four woman teams equals One Gazillion Paddlers on Oyster Lake last night! (OK, so that’s actually 92 competitors, but you get the picture) South Walton served up ...

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2009 YOLO Board Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series kicks off Tonight!

Posted on: 2009-04-28

  YOLO Board announces the kick off of the 2009 YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series race event on Thursday, April 30th __ at 5:30 pm  on beautiful Oyster Lake in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  Male and female division four-member teams will compete in a series of five races that will take place ...

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Team YOLO wins 2009 FL State Paddleboard Championships!

Posted on: 2009-04-19

  Locals Gary Wise and Sean Hughes Take First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships Both place first individually in their respective divisions in the championship race held at Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach, FL on April 11th Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. YOLO Board announces that the members of Team YOLO Men, Gary Wise and ...

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YOLO in Norbanks Sailing, Duck, North Carolina

Posted on: 2009-04-17

Jon Britt from Nor'banks sailing in Duck, North Carolina on the Outerbanks, has added YOLO Boards to his watersports fleet.  Thanks Jon!  We are so happy to be a part of your operation. Nor'Banks Sailing has been renting sailboats on the Currituck Sound of the Outer Banks since 1979.  ...

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YOLO stand up paddleboard Free Demo on the Chattahootchee this Sat

Posted on: 2009-04-16

YOLO is in Atlanta this weekend offering free demos at the Chattahoochee River this Saturday from 10 -2. Come down to see what it's all about... it's incredibly easy (takes about 30 seconds to learn) and is a great FUN core workout. DIRECTIONS: Take 400 North to Exit 6, Northridge Road and turn right onto ...

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Blue Mountain Surf School in session Apr. 16 and 17 in Walton County, FL

Posted on: 2009-04-09

Join Blue Mountain Surf  for a great spring break experience   Surf School will be in session!        April 16th or 17th (during Walton County Schools spring break)     Our SURF SCHOOL is an educational program for children ages 6-12. The program is open to boys and girls ...

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YOLO Board stand up paddleboard rentals come to Sandestin

Posted on: 2009-04-08

  SANDESTIN GOLF AND BEACH RESORT ANNOUNCES THE ADDITION OF YOLO BOARD RENTALS, CLASSES AND EVENTS AT BAYTOWNE MARINA     Destin, Fla. – Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort, a leading Florida resort destination, today announced that the very popular YOLO Boards, a form of paddle boarding, will be available at Baytowne Marina beginning ...

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Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga with Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding

Posted on: 2009-04-02

 Check out this TV interview with John and Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding in Jupiter, Florida:  http://www.wpbf.com/video/19054667/?taf=wpb

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Palm Beach Illustrated lists YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards as a fun way to get fit.

Posted on: 2009-04-01

The recent issue of Palm Beach Illustrated lists YOLO as a fun way to exercise.  We are so excited to be a part of this great magazine.

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Surfrider wins victory for beaches!

Posted on: 2009-03-30

Recently, the Surfrider Foundation won an important victory when a Florida judge denied the town of Palm Beach a permit for the Reach 8 beach fill project because of the potential to harm environment and the local economy. The town of Palm Beach proposed dredging offshore and directly burying seven acres of near-shore hard-bottom reefs, ...

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YOLO stand up paddleboard in the Gulf

Posted on: 2009-03-28

Club YOLO member Jim Waitzman and family enjoy his new YOLO Board in the crystal clear water of the Gulf of Mexico in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Could those girls be any cuter!!!!!!!!!

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Kitty Hawks Kites, a YOLOboard sales and rental location in Destin, to hold Beach Kite Festival!!

Posted on: 2009-03-27

                    Kitty Hawks Kites of Destin, FL  will hold its 5th Annual Beach Kite Festival on April 4th and 5th on the Boardwalk at Okaloosa Island.  Kitty Hawk Kites is one of our newest YOLOboard Sales and Rental locations.   Come ...

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YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards on the Weather Channel

Posted on: 2009-03-25

Tom Losee of YOLO Board was part of the Weather Channel's segment "Why I love Spring."  They reported on Destin, 30A, and Seaside.  The Yolo segment was filmed at the Sandestin Baytowne Marina.  Check it out here: http://www.weather.com/multimedia/videoplayer.html?from=email&bcpid=823503751&bclid=...

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YOLOyak Stand up Paddleboard in Lafayette, LA at Pack and Paddle

Posted on: 2009-03-18

John and Becky Williams of Pack and Paddle in Lafayette, LA, hosted a paddling demo on March 14, on beautiful Lake Martin.  The moss covered cypress trees were a picturesque backdrop for the many paddlers who attended the event.  Everyone who tried the yak enjoyed it, and we appreciate the Williams' including the ...

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Stand Up Paddleboard Fishing!!!

Posted on: 2009-03-12

Check out the gorgeous fish that Andy Coleman and Sharon caught on their YOLOyak.  Sharon pulled in the redfish and Andy snagged the trout.  Andy says: "Without a motor, you can really sneak up on them, and with the added vantage point of standing on the yak, the fish are easier to spot."

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Great day at the YOLOyak stand up paddleboard demo!!

Posted on: 2009-03-09

The weather was perfect for the YOLOyak demo held at the boat ramp in Grayton Beach, FL.  Everyone was enjoying the new YOLOyak including the dogs!

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Thicket Magazine features YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-03-08

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YOLO and Behold

Posted on: 2009-03-07

YOLO AND BEHOLD Santa Rosa Beach business creates local craze March 6, 2009 - 3:25 PM Jennifer Rich You Only Live Once. Meet two guys who believe that philosophy so much that they named their business after the acronym made by the statement — Yolo Board. Five years ago, Jeff Archer and Tom Losee ...

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YOLOyak standup paddleboard demo Grayton Beach, FL this Sunday

Posted on: 2009-03-04

This time the weather will cooperate!  Come out and try our YOLOyak, the world's first Stand-up Kayak!  Join us at the Grayton Beach boat ramp just east of the Red Bar, 70 Hotz Ave, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. This Sunday, March 8, from 1 pm to 3 pm.&...

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Hook, Line and Paddle in NC, our newest YOLO dealer!

Posted on: 2009-03-03

Ryan and Darren of Hook, Line and Paddle, in Wilmington, North Carolina became YOLO Board dealers recently and we want to thank them for adding YOLO to their business.   They are definitely the "You Only Live Once" type of guys.  Check them out the next time you are in Wilmington.   ...

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Wakawai YOLO stand up paddleboard Demo in North Carolina

Posted on: 2009-03-02

Michael Briere from WakaWai, held a demo on the French Broad River in Asheville, with YOLO rep Matt Macdonell and Travis Bowers from SUP-NC.  We thank Michael and his gang for all of their support.

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YOLOyak standup paddleboard in Grayton Beach, FL

Posted on: 2009-03-01

The YOLOyak was out on Western Lake in Grayton Beach this weekend.  Onno Horn even put his dog, Sable, on the board-he loved it!  The Lorenzens made a family day of it.  Thanks for the pics Jennifer and Catherine!

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Florida Travel + Life lists YOLO as favorite escapade

Posted on: 2009-02-27

The April issue of Florida Travel + Life features YOLO stand up paddleboarding as one of its favorite escapades in the "Good Life"  section.  The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa gets a nod for its 52 foot long zip line.  The mag also lists Seaside as one of ...

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Ace Performer in Fort Myers, FL converts YOLOboard into windsurfer

Posted on: 2009-02-25

Roy Massey of Ace Performer in Fort Myers, FL converted his YOLOboard into a windsurfer with a retro-fitted attachment that allows him to catch the wind when gusts are up or paddle the beautiful flatwater of south Florida when the wind is down.  Roy has been retailing YOLO for a few months now, and&...

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YOLOboard Stand up Paddleboard Demo Wed. Feb 25 at WakaWai!

Posted on: 2009-02-24

This Wednesday, February 25th, 2009, WakaWai will be holding a YOLO Stand Up Paddle Board DEMO at the Woodfin River Park in Asheville, NC. We will have all of their models available for demo, including the New Yolo Yak!. The event is FREE and open to the public from 4 to 6 pm.Please make ...

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YOLO Watersports retails YOLO!

Posted on: 2009-02-23

YOLO Watersports on Captiva Island, FL is now a YOLOboard Retailer! Marcel and his staff are the most friendly and helpful people you ever want to meet, so check them out if you are down south.  His website is: www.yolo-jims.com

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Surfrider holds Waterman's Gathering at Fudpuckers, Destin, FL

Posted on: 2009-02-20

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YOLO Standup Paddleboards now at StoneMountainSurf.com

Posted on: 2009-02-17

Welcome to our newest rep, Steve Combs of www.StoneMountainSurf.com.  He was in town recently to check out the new YOLOyak, the YOLO express and the 14' Explorer.  Steve, Mike Sturdivant, and bud caught some sweet rides, they even rode all three boards on the same wave.  The last photos are ...

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Emerald Coast Magazine features Q & A with YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-17

The February/March issue of Emerald Coast Magazine features a Q & A with YOLOboard owners Tom Losee and Jeff Archer. 

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Valentine's Day with YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-17

Demos were held in Jupiter, FL and Gulf Stream, FL this past weekend with beautiful weather and many happy paddlers.  John and Bari Denney hosted the Jupiter Paddleboarding event, and Muriel Losee was the coordinator for the Gulf Stream demonstration.  The new YOLOyak was a big hit with everyone, and we thank all ...

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Stand up Paddle Race Prep

Posted on: 2009-02-16

Gary Wise, Florida State Stand up Paddleboard Champion, and certified sports trainer has contributed an SUP Race Prep article to our Paddlefit section.  Now's the time to get in shape for upcoming races!  Check it out: http://www.yoloboard.com/paddle_fit.php

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Valentine's Day YOLO Standup Paddleboards Demo in Jupiter

Posted on: 2009-02-10

Jupiter Paddleboarding, in Jupiter, FL, will hold a Valentine's Day Demo on Saturday Feb. 14 at Burt Reynolds Park, Waterway Pavillion.  The event is free and open to the public from 10AM to 4PM.  There will be races, games and prizes.  Jeff and Tom from YOLOboard will be on hand ...

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Standup Paddleboard Surfing in Men's Journal

Posted on: 2009-02-09

The February issue of Men's Journal featured a great article on Stand Up PaddleBoard Surfing.  It takes you step-by-step through the motions of SUP surfing, and explains that if you learn the basics first, you can be surfing quicker than you think!

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Join our YOLOboard Standup Paddleboards Facebook Page

Posted on: 2009-02-09

YOLOboard Standup paddleboards now has an official FaceBook page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=54894446484&ref=mf It is an open group so anyone can join.  We will be posting race dates, events, classes and other news.  We want to see all of your YOLO pics and videos! You can ...

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Walton Outdoors.com posts article on the new YOLOyak Standup Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-02

YOLO Yak makes its debut Jeff Archer and Tom Losee and the new YOLO Yak. Lori Ceier/Walton Outdoors The creative genius of Jeff Archer and Tom Losee, of local YOLO Board fame have just come up with a new toy to paddle – the YOLO Yak. The YOLO YAK is the first of its ...

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The YOLOyak standup paddleboard takes its maiden voyage through the Florida Everglades

Posted on: 2009-01-21

The YOLOyak, our new rotomolded standup paddleboard takes its maiden voyage through the Florida Everglades.  Check out the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8zFLRXArrM The locals at "You and a Kayak" were extra hospitable, and we can't wait to get back down there!!

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People Magazine places SUP on the HIP List

Posted on: 2009-01-20

Lifestyle Trends in the Feb. 2009 issue of People Magazine lists standup paddleboarding as one of fifteen things that are on the Hip List for 2009.  The list states that paddleboarding is the latest sport to attract celebs.  Check out Kate Hudson enjoying her paddle. 

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Jupiter Paddleboarding hosts YOLO standup paddleboard demo

Posted on: 2009-01-17

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Jupiter Paddle Boarding holds its first YOLO Board Demo!

Posted on: 2009-01-15

Jupiter Paddle Boarding in Jupiter, FL, held its first YOLOBoard Stand-Up Paddle Board Demo Event on Saturday, January 10th.  Beginners and pros; kids and grandparents were on hand to try out the 2009 YOLOboard line-up, including the introduction of the new YOLOyak.  The yak is the first true hybrid SUP/kayak. ...

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Standup Surf & Sail Journal features YOLO Board race series photo

Posted on: 2009-01-12

       Now in its 17th year since starting as Windtracks Journal, Standup Surf and Sail Journal devotes every page to relecting the life and times these unique and fulfilling sports embody.  Jake Meyer's photo of the 2008 YOLOBoard Standup Paddleboard Race Series was selected for their recent issue-pick one up ...

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Shreddin' in Palm Beach on the YOLOboard Express 9'6" Standup Paddleboard

Posted on: 2008-12-30

Jack Wheatley and Lindsay Whittaker were shreddin' this weekend in Palm Beach, Florida.  They showed that the light weight YOLO 9'6" SUP isn't just for the girls.  Thanks for the photos, guys.

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New Quiver Caddy coming soon!

Posted on: 2008-12-25

Club YOLO member Jack Archer got the new Quiver Caddy from Santa this year.  It's the best way to get his board to the beach.  Watch the website for the arrival of the Quiver Caddy this spring.

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Get Paddlefit for the New Year!

Posted on: 2008-12-18

For a new you in the new year, stand-up paddleboarding is the ultimate core workout.  The pounds will melt off while you are out on the water enjoying the elements.  Check out Claire Haslam's new fitness articles in our Paddlefit section. http://www.yoloboard.com/paddle_fit.php   Claire Haslam is a Certified Athletic Trainer ...

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Club YOLO member Colleen Duffley calls for New Year's cell phone photos!

Posted on: 2008-12-18

Here's the scoop: To celebrate the new year, Studio b is hosting a photo forum of camera phone shots!  Yes, camera phone shots!  No need for high-tech cameras, you can be "Joe the plumber" or an ace photographer and enter!    There are only two rules: Rule#1:  It must be shot from a camera phone. ...

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2009 YOLOboard StandUp Paddleboard Race Series artwork released

Posted on: 2008-12-16

Jake Meyer, of www.iwilldesignforfood.com, has released our 2009 YOLO Board race series poster.  This time the women are represented!  (Along with the infamous YOLOman.)  Jake's designs are always awesome, and will be seen on t-shirts, flyers, banners, and the like.  More info on race series to come!

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Team YOLO takes 2nd in Cold Stroke Classic

Posted on: 2008-12-15

 Gary Wise, of Team YOLO, took 2nd place in the 1st Annual Cold Stroke Classic, held Dec. 13 in Wilmington, NC.  The 4 1/2 mile standup paddleboard race course circled Harbor Island.  Wise's 14 foot race board came in at 45 minutes and was bested only by an 18 ft Bark ...

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New 14' YOLOBoard Explorer in stock!

Posted on: 2008-12-09

This is the catdaddy of the YOLO Board fleet.  The 14 foot Explorer is hand-shaped with high density foam, hand-laid epoxy exterior with real bamboo inlay in deck top.  A true masterpiece.  This board also features built-in bungee system in front and rear.  Heavy duty handles are fastened on ...

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Hollie Ogle enters her "YOLO Into the Sun" drawing in art exhibition

Posted on: 2008-11-13

"If people start to stand up and Yolo (paddleboard) they can save gasoline.  It is lots of fun out on the water and you get exercise.   If I can Yolo then everyone can!"  -- Hollie Ogle, 4th Grade , Van R. Butler Elementary School, Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Here is the link to Hollie's artwork in ...

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Hurrican Film Festival in Seaside FL

Posted on: 2008-11-12

YOLO Board is proud to be a sponsor of the 1st Annual Panhandle Hurricane Film Festival, to be held at 6PM this Saturday, November 15, in Seaside, Florida.   It is sure to be a great event with live music and free admission.  Surf videos from the 2008 Hurricane Season will be shown, with prizes being ...

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Club YOLO Members love their new 9'6" EXPRESS BOARD!

Posted on: 2008-11-04

Check out these pics of Club YOLO members on their new YOLO Express Boards!  This smaller board is made for ladies. kids, and surfers.  It has superior maneuverability, and a tight turning radius.  Its light weight makes it easy to transport.  Pair it with a new QuickStick paddle, and you're ready to start your adventure!

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Surf Spooktacular Video!

Posted on: 2008-10-29

The Thirteenth Annual Gulf Coast Surf Spooktacular was hauntingly fun last night at the Harborwalk in Destin.  One hour before sunset, adventurous souls were stand up paddling along the harbor front in full costume. After spooking the fishing fleet, they enjoyed the haunted house and other festivities with friends and family! To check out the ...

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Great Day at Scully's On the Bayou

Posted on: 2008-10-27

    50+ Paddlers on Cinco Bayou in Fort Walton Beach, FL enjoyed the beautiful fall weather, and great food and hospitality at Rick and Jessica Cleveland's restaurant, Scully's on the Bayou. 102.1 the WAVE provided music and a live remote, to create a festive atmosphere for the afternoon race event. Radio listeners stopped in to ...

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WakaWai is New YOLO Dealer!!

Posted on: 2008-10-23

We'd like to welcome our newest distributor of YOLO Boards to the You Only Live Once Family--www.WakaWai.com. Check out the YOLO Boards and other great gear on their exclusive online e-commerce retail site here* WakaWai The Brieres of www.wakawai.com are pictured here on their YOLO board at Price Lake which is ...

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YOLO makes its mark on 2nd annual Cocoa Beach C2C Paddle Challenge!

Posted on: 2008-10-21

Team YOLO Board made its mark on the 2nd annual 22-mile C2C Paddle Challenge in Cocoa Beach this weekend. Gary Wise and Lindsey Whittaker of Team YOLO were first across the finish in the 14' and 12' divisions respectively. Gary's time of 5:04:24 topped his personal best for the 22 mile race, but ...

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Scully's on the Bayou--Yolo Board Fall Stand Up Paddle Series- Oct. 26

Posted on: 2008-10-17

Coming to Scully's on the Bayou--The YoloBoard Fall Stand Up Paddle Series! First race is Sunday, Oct. 26 at 1 P.M. There is no entry fee, so call 850-622-5760 to sign up your team today!!! Divisions for race event: *4 person co-ed(adult) *13-18 Youth Open *12-under *Individual shootout *short distance and bouy course(...

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YOLO Board Demo at Mountain High Outfitters--Thurs. Oct 16--Birmingham , AL

Posted on: 2008-10-09

Join Tom from YOLO and the guys at Mountain High Outfitters in Birmingham, AL for their first YOLO demo on Thursday Oct. 16. on the lake at Mount Laurel, off of Highway 280 near Birmingham, AL. Contact the store to reserve your spot! Call Cahaba Village Hwy 280 (205)970-3300 to experience the joy of ...

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Club YOLO Wants YOU!

Posted on: 2008-10-09

The first CLUB YOLO gathering was held at the Destin Harbor at Harborwalk Village. Boards were all over the harbor, and the sunset was awesome. Our next get-together will be at Sculley's on the Bayou in Fort Walton Beach. Come out around 1 PM, we'll have plenty of boards for everyone to demo, as well ...

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Cocoa Beach Causeway to Causeway 22-mile Standup Paddleboard Race

Posted on: 2008-10-09

The Paddleboard Committee of The Cocoa Beach Surf Museum will hold the second annual Causeway to Causeway (C2C) Challenge Saturday, October 18, 2008 at Lee Werner Park, located at 401 Riveredge Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32922 Gary Wise, of Team Yolo will be defending his title this year!! Come join us for a weekend trip to ...

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On the Coast Magazine features YOLO on the cover of its Sept./Oct. 2008 issue!

Posted on: 2008-10-03

The latest issue of the Emerald Coast Magazine had a great article and photos of the local YOLO community. Publisher Nancy Babin and her husband Shane, raced in the recent YOLO Paddleboard Race Series, and wanted to feature the boards in their magazine. An excerpt from the article, written by fellow racer Gina Seton, talked ...

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PaddleFit Classes every Saturday! Destin Health and Fitness Club and Gary Wise offer classes !

Posted on: 2008-09-24

Every Saturday morning you now have a chance to exercise on the water! At 7AM Vince Walker, owner of Destin Health and Fitness Club will offer a Paddlefit class. This class will consist of a variety of paddle techniques that target the core and contribute to a full body workout. Class is free for Destin ...

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YOLO Men and Women and Aqua Surf Shop win Paddleboard Race Series

Posted on: 2008-09-19

Well, Last night we enjoyed the final race of the YOLOBoard Stand-up Paddle Board Race Series. And what a beautiful race it was! We could not have asked for better weather as the air was noticeably cooler and the Gulf was emerald green and smooth as a lake. The venue at Seaside, FL, was just ...

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New YOLO EXPRESS! 9'6" Standup Paddleboard

Posted on: 2008-09-15

Our newest design is the YOLO EXPRESS. It measures 9'6" x 30". (The Original YOLO measures 12' x 31") It is perfect for ladies, kids, and guys who rip! It has a center carry handle for easy transport. Leash plugs front and back. Cool colors-Camo Blue, Camo Pink, White and Red Stripe, and Squiggle. Click ...

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YOLO is "Best TOY of the New South" by Garden&Gun mag

Posted on: 2008-09-05

Garden and Gun Magazine featured YOLO BOARD as "Best Toy of the New South" in their Sept./Oct '08 issue. "YOLO Original Stand-up Paddle Board" The paddle-surfing wave is sweeping up everyone from beach-going families to hard-core flats anglers. These hybrid-ized surfboards allow riders to stand upright while using a long single paddle to glide ...

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YOLO Board Standup Paddle Race Standings

Posted on: 2008-09-05

After the fourth stand up paddleboard race held in HarborWalk Village, Destin FL, the standings are as follows: Men's Division: Aqua Surf Shop - 38 pts. Yolo Men -34 pts. RYNO - 24 pts. Surfrider - 15 pts. Sunset Beach Services - 14 pts. Destin Health & Fitness Club - 12 pts. ROV - 8 pts. ...

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Aussie YOLO trip

Posted on: 2008-09-05

In a recent issue of the Beachcomber, Lynn Costlow from Australia was featured on her first YOLO expedition. While on holiday from her homeland of Australia, she explored Eastern Lake near Watercolor. "It was incredible!" said Lynn. "I can't wait to do it again!"

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YOLO Board featured in Vie Magazine

Posted on: 2008-09-04

The premier edition of the Emerald Coast's newest magazine, VIE, included YOLO Board and standup paddling as one of its feature articles. Published by Lisa Burwell, Vie Magazine is unique in that its primary focus is on human interest stories celebrating the "people and places" of our Northwest Florida region, specifically from Pensacola to Apalachicola

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Race 4 Aug. 28 - Harborwalk Village, Destin,FL

Posted on: 2008-08-28

Destin's HarborWalk Village was an amazing setting for the 4th race in the YOLOboard StandUp Paddle Race Series. Spectators lined the wharf to watch the competition. Team YOLOlita took the women's division, and Team Aqua Surf Shop won again in the men's division. The paddlers braved the outgoing tide and at the turn-around on the ...

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Race 3 Aug. 14 - WaterColor Boathouse

Posted on: 2008-08-14

Aqua Surf Shop and YOLO Women win Third Race in YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series Race Event on August 14th. YOLO Board successfully hosted their third race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series at 6 pm on Western Lake in WaterColor on Thursday, August 14, 2008 with Teams Aqua Surf Shop and YOLO Women ...

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Destin Magazine - YOLO and Surfrider

Posted on: 2008-08-01

Florida Panhandle Chapter Surfrider Foundation Hosts International Surfing Day Event The non-profit environmental organization receives big turnout from local surfing and beach community Santa Rosa Beach, FL (July 1, 2008) – On Friday, June 20, 2008, over 250 participants attended the local Florida Panhandle Chapter Surfrider Foundation’s International Surfing Day (ISD) celebration down on the ...

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Race 2 July 31 - Oyster Lake, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2008-07-31

Team YOLO Men & Team YOLO Women Win Second Race in YOLO Race Series!! Next Race Slated for Thursday, August 14th on Western Lake Although the location changed the day before due to impending surf conditions in the Gulf of Mexico, the second race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series went off without a hitch ...

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Gary Wise of Team YOLO to Molokai

Posted on: 2008-07-27

Team YOLO Board to Compete at 12th Annual QuiksilverEdition Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard Race. South Walton Fire District Beach Safety Director Gary Wise qualifies as the only waterman from the state of Florida and East Coast to compete in the international paddleboard race. Santa Rosa Beach, FL (July 16, 2008)-Locally-adopted Australian-born waterman, Gary Wise, ...

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Standup Paddleboard Race 1 July 17- Oyster Lake, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2008-07-17

Men's Winner - Aqua Surf Shop wins 1st Race in YOLO Series!! With the generous support of our sponsors, paddlers, volunteers and wonderful spectators, we successfully hosted our first race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series at 6 pm on Oyster Lake in Santa Rosa Beach on Thursday, July 17, 2008. We had a ...

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The Thirty-A Review

Posted on: 2008-07-17

Here's one more thing for your summer to-do list: Go "YOLO-ing." Why? Because you only live once, which is exactly what YOLO stands for. According to the company's cofounder, Tom Losee, the name comes from the experience you get while doing it. The sport is actually called stand-up paddling, an activity that dates back to ...

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Destin Real Estate Co. balances with YOLO

Posted on: 2008-07-16

Destin Real Estate balances on YOLO Sat. July 5, 2008: The Destin Log: SANTA ROSA BEACH - The placid waters of Western Lake in WaterColor took on a new perspective for a group of Realtors from Destin Real Estate Company last Saturday morning. Jeff Archer, co-founder of YOLO BOARD, led a private demonstration of the ...

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Destin Log tells YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard story

Posted on: 2008-07-14

Paddle board races set now through September July 14, 2008 - 9:18AM Kimberly White, Florida Freedom Newspapers Jeff Archer got a killer rush off last month's International Surf Day event and wants to prolong it for the rest of the summer. The Stand Up For Our Oceans! team paddle board race, hosted June 13 ...

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Seaside Times showcases YOLO on cover

Posted on: 2008-07-04

Local Tom Losee paddles out into the emerald green in search of a wave on his patented YOLO board. You Only Live Once is a company he and partner, Jeff Archer, created. If you've always dreamed of catching a wave, but have been nervous to try, head over to ONO Surf Shop for private or ...

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International Surf Day event a huge success

Posted on: 2008-06-20

International Surf Day event held last Friday at Pompano Joes in Miramar Beach, FL was a huge success! Lots of money was raised for the Surfrider Foundation to benefit our waters. Yolo Board was on hand for demos- Lots of paddlers braved the choppy waters of the Gulf. Great music, food, and a bonfire made ...

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Gary Wise wins State SUP Championship

Posted on: 2008-06-10

Gary Wise of Santa Rosa Beach, FL won the State Stand-Up PaddleBoard Race on his YOLO racing board! The Florida State Paddleboard Championship was held last month in Cocoa Beach, Fl. The event, hosted by the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum, marked its 10th year, and was held in conjunction with the Easter Surf Festival. The ...

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Destin Log - International Surf Day Event

Posted on: 2008-06-07

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Destin Harbor Clean-Up Day

Posted on: 2008-06-02

YOLO Boards were all over the Destin Harbor this Saturday for the Harbor Clean-Up Project. We all had a blast, and picked up lots of trash. Let's all keep our waters clean so that our grandkids' kids can YOLO too! Special thanks to Kitty Hawk Kites and HarborWalk Village for all of their hard work ...

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YOLO demo in Key West FL this Sunday

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Oldschool Board Shoppe had a great turnout for their "Paddleboard Mass!"on Sunday September 27, at Higgs beach, Key West.   "As Jessi and I demonstrated the boards, our sleepy Key Wester's showed up on this Sunday morning event, all had success getting up and paddling. Plus we sold two boards in the ...

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YOLO Board Seaside Celebration S

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2nd Annual YOLO Board Seaside Celebration September 14th – 18th Event will include Stand-Up Paddleboard races, an Art Show, a Free Concert, Equipment Demos and Silent Auction Fundraiser to benefit the South Walton Fire Department Junior Lifeguard Program and Gulf Disaster Response Charities.   Santa Rosa Beach, Fla.  – YOLO Board announces details of ...

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YOLO Board wins at Hano Hano Huki Ocean Challenge!

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Team rider Gary Wise wins the Masters Division Long Course OC-1 race at the Hano Hano Huki in San Diego this weekend!  Team rider EJ Johnson placed 2nd in his age division, and team rider Andie Johnson rocked it!

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Paddle Clinic w/Gary Wise and Dave Meadows Nov 12 at Watercolor, FL

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YOLO Board Adventures will host a stand up paddleboard clinic with Gary Wise and Dave Meadows at the Watercolor Boathouse, Santa Rosa Beach, FL  on Nov. 12 from 10am to 12:30 pm.  Class is limited to 6 people.  Surf instruction will be included provided conditions are condusive.  Please contact Dave ...

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