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About Matt G.

Matt Gelgota is a traveler and all around digital marketing guy. His greatest adventure to date was the Mongol Rally, a 10,000 mile unsupported on and off-road saga from Sweden to Mongolia. He has visited more than 50 countries and has been paddling a Thurso Surf Expedition since 2018. Since then he’s had a chance to paddle board in Nepal, Thailand, Japan, and the US. When he’s not on the road he divides his time between Tokyo and Atlanta, Georgia.

Inflatable vs. Hard Paddle Board

Whether you're a paddle pro or just getting your feet wet, there's a big decision every enthusiast faces: Inflatable SUPs or Rigid Paddle Boards? It's not just about picking any board; it's about finding the [...]

Inflatable vs. Hard Paddle Board2023-12-29T01:13:36-05:00

What Size Paddle Board Is Right For You

What to Consider When Deciding What SUP Size is Best for You Hello there, fellow water enthusiasts! Are you on the hunt for the perfect paddle board but finding yourself a bit adrift in a [...]

What Size Paddle Board Is Right For You2023-12-07T21:25:26-05:00

How To Choose The Best Paddle Board – 10 Important Factors

Paddleboarding is more than a sport; it's an expression of the soul's love for water. Whether you're carving the face of a wave or meandering down a peaceful river, the choice of paddle board can [...]

How To Choose The Best Paddle Board – 10 Important Factors2023-12-07T21:25:56-05:00

Thurso Surf’s Best SUPs of 2021

Another great year on the water and another round of awards! Once again SUPBoardGuide.com gave the Thurso Surf community something to celebrate with awards for multiple paddleboards in our lineup. Get a full rundown below [...]

Thurso Surf’s Best SUPs of 20212022-11-11T09:43:47-05:00

How to Use Your SUP Electric Pump

Electric SUP Pump Overview If you’ve already been out on an inflatable paddle board then you know inflating it without an electric SUP pump takes time and energy. There may be times when you want [...]

How to Use Your SUP Electric Pump2022-11-11T09:52:32-05:00

Why It’s Time to Upgrade From Your Costco Paddle Board

A so-called ‘Costco paddle board’ might be a cheap way to get on the water, but you’ll quickly realize there are better options to choose from. Sure some of the SUPs you find at big [...]

Why It’s Time to Upgrade From Your Costco Paddle Board2022-05-18T02:28:01-04:00

All-Around vs. Multipurpose SUP – Which Paddle Board Is Best for Me?

These two types of stand up paddle boards have a similar shape, but significantly different dimensions, which makes the all-around vs. multipurpose debate insightful. Although most SUPs are quite versatile, the size and shape have [...]

All-Around vs. Multipurpose SUP – Which Paddle Board Is Best for Me?2021-04-06T00:55:53-04:00

Touring vs. All-around SUP – Which Paddle Board Is Best for Me?

Whether you’re looking to make your first purchase or just interested in learning more about the sport, this article will help you understand the main differences between two popular stand up paddle board types, [...]

Touring vs. All-around SUP – Which Paddle Board Is Best for Me?2023-12-18T00:31:36-05:00
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