Hello,

Approx 6 months ago my mate and I took up SUP with the goal to surf our entrance bar on a good south swell. SO far we have had 2 very good sessions but have discovered the hold downs with a paddle board are somewhat longer than our shortboards and not very easy to swim to the surface with a paddle in your hand!

Has anyone learnt how to deal with the problems of being dragged for ages and trying to get to the surface with a paddle in your hand.

I have taped a 200mm long piece of foam noodle to the paddle but didn't really help.

Looking at inflatable wetsuits also.

Any advise on bail out technique or survival tips most welcome.

Cheers