What to bring for a SUP tour
A SUP tour needs more than boards and paddles. Plan equipment for every participant, plus spare gear, waterproof storage, route information and a simple refreshment setup at the start or finish. Life jackets, ankle bands and rescue equipment should be ready before people arrive, not searched for during registration. This checklist also covers practical items such as coolers, dry bags, pumps, repair kits and tables so the tour runs smoothly on and off the water.
What to bring
Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.
Sports equipment
- SUP boardsqty 32
- SUP paddlesqty 32
- Life jacketsqty 32
- Ankle bandsqty 32
- Spare paddlesqty 4
- Waterproof phone casesqty 6
- Waterproof route map coversqty 4
- Waterproof dry bagsqty 10
- Hand pumpsqty 4
- Repair kitsqty 2
- Paddle oarsqty 6
- Whistlesqty 6
- Rescue linesqty 2
- Marker buoysqty 6
- Waterproof walkie-talkiesqty 4
Furniture
- Party tentsqty 2
- Foldable tablesqty 6
- Folding chairsqty 12
- Tableclothsqty 6
- Clothes racksqty 2
Equipment
- Coolersqty 6
- Extension cordsqty 3
- Power stripsqty 3
- Rechargeable lampsqty 6
Kitchen
- Thermos flasksqty 4
- Coffee machinesqty 2
- Cutting boardsqty 4
- Chefβs knives and bread knivesqty 4
- Serving plattersqty 8
- Serving tongsqty 6
Tableware
- Reusable cupsqty 80
- Reusable platesqty 40
- Cutlery setsqty 40
- Coffee cupsqty 40
- Water jugsqty 6
Lighting
- LED light garlandsqty 4
Safety
- First aid kitsqty 2
- Emergency blanketsqty 6
- Flashlightsqty 6
- Reflective vestsqty 8
- Fire extinguisher
Organization
- Registration desk labelsqty 40
- Waterproof markersqty 6
- Clipboardsqty 4
- Route mapsqty 40
- Wristbandsqty 40
- Table numbersqty 6
- Ratchet strapsqty 12
Cleaning
- Waste binsqty 6
- Dustpans and brushesqty 2
- Mopsqty 2
Catering
- Groceries
- Spa Blauw - 10 bottles
- Spa Rood - 6 bottles
- Cola - 4 bottles
- Cola Zero - 4 bottles
- Orange juice - 4 cartons
- Apple juice - 3 packs
- Ginger beer - 3 bottles
- Coffee - 3 packs
- Tea - 2 boxes
- Sugar - 1 kilo
- Milk - 6 liters
- Oat milk - 3 liters
- Lemons - 8 pieces
- Ice cubes - 10 bags
- Whole wheat wraps - 40 pieces
- White wraps - 24 pieces
- Hummus - 6 tubs
- Cream cheese - 4 tubs
- Herb cream cheese - 3 tubs
- Smoked chicken breast - 2 kilo
- Smoked salmon - 1 kilo
- Young cheese - 1,5 kilo
- Feta - 800 grams
- Falafel - 1.5 kilos
- Arugula - 8 bags
- Cucumbers - 10 pieces
- Tomatoes - 3 kilos
- Bell peppers - 12 pieces
- Red onions - 1 kilo
- Avocados - 10 pieces
- Grapes - 3 kilos
- Apples - 40 pieces
- Bananas - 30 pieces
- Muesli bars - 40 pieces
- Plain chips - 5 bags
- Paprika chips - 5 bags
- Mixed nuts - 3 bags
- Olives - 4 jars
- Sun-dried tomatoes - 3 jars
- Mayonnaise - 2 bottles
- Ketchup - 2 bottles
- Mustard - 2 jars
- Pesto - 3 jars
- Olive oil - 1 bottle
- Balsamic vinegar - 1 bottle
- Salt - 1 pack
- Black pepper - 1 jar
- Paprika powder - 1 jar
- Fresh basil - 4 bunches
- Baguettes - 12 pieces
- Crackers - 6 packs
- Cookies - 6 packs
- Chocolate brownies - 40 pieces
- Napkins - 200 pieces
- Paper towels - 6 rolls
- Trash bags - 40 pieces
- Dish soap - 2 bottles
- Sponges - 6 pieces
- Hand soap - 4 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 4 bottles
- Toilet paper - 12 rolls
Tips
- Count one SUP board, paddle, life jacket and ankle band per participant, then add spare paddles and at least one repair kit for problems on the route.
- Give each participant a waterproof way to carry essentials: use one dry bag or waterproof phone case per person, and keep printed route maps in waterproof covers.
- Prepare safety equipment before check-in. Place whistles and rescue lines where the group leader can reach them, and test waterproof walkie-talkies before departure.
- Pack drinks and snacks in coolers before participants arrive. A thermos flask setup, serving platters and tongs prevent food and hot drinks from being handled on the registration table.
- Bring a small base-camp setup for the start or finish: one tent, tables, chairs, tablecloths and rechargeable lamps if registration or packing continues after daylight.
Frequently asked questions
- What equipment does each person need for a SUP tour?
- Plan one SUP board, paddle, life jacket and ankle band per participant. Add waterproof storage for phones and valuables, and keep spare paddles available for the group.
- How many spare paddles should I bring on a SUP tour?
- Bring at least one spare paddle for a small group and two or more when the group is larger or the route is long. Keep a repair kit and hand pump with the transport equipment as well.
- What safety equipment do I need for a SUP tour?
- Prepare one life jacket and ankle band per participant, plus whistles, rescue lines and a way to communicate, such as waterproof walkie-talkies. Check all equipment before participants register, rather than at launch time.
- What food and drink supplies are useful for a SUP tour?
- Use coolers for chilled drinks and snacks, and bring enough cups, serving platters and tongs for the full group. Set up coffee machines or thermos flasks only at the start or finish, since loose hot drinks do not belong on the boards.
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