Michael Chebatoris
Paddling the Shoshone Section of the Colorado River
Shoshone is one of the more well known whitewater sections in Colorado. Located in the Glenwood Canyon along the Colorado River, the section
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Michael Chebatoris
- Jul 29, 2020
- 3 min
SUPCross at the Vail Whitewater Series
PaddleXaminer is featuring the Hala Rado in a series of articles testing the Rado in different situations such as on rivers and lakes,
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Matthew Chebatoris
- May 10, 2020
- 3 min
Hala Rado: Back to its Roots!
This spring PaddleXaminer ventured to Steamboat to visit the river that served as the proving ground for Hala SUPs. It was a beautiful...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Jan 7, 2020
- 2 min
Whitewater SUPing: Lessons Learned
I was first introduced to standup paddling (SUP) in 2012 in Marina Del Rey, California. I rented a board from a local shop and went out...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Nov 5, 2019
- 4 min
Gear Review: Hala Rado Inflatable SUP
Back in late August, PaddleXaminer met up with Jeremiah from Hala to paddle the Blue River for the first time. The Blue, as the locals...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 25, 2019
- 3 min
Lake Estes: The Rocky Mountains Offer More Than Just Whitewater Paddling
As a kid growing up in Nebraska, my family made annual summer trips to Estes Park, Colorado for vacation. We did the usual activities:...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 16, 2019
- 3 min
Hala Rado: Rocking the Whitewater Paddling Scene in Colorado
PaddleXaminer is featuring the Hala Rado in a series of articles testing the Rado in different situations such as on rivers and lakes, on...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Jul 14, 2019
- 3 min
Gear Review: Hala Rado Whitewater SUP from Hala Gear
One of the leading innovators in inflatable standup paddleboards — Hala has come out with the Hala Rado SUP. The Rado is part of Hala’s...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- May 31, 2019
- 3 min
Gear Review: Hala Gear’s Hala Atcha 96 Inflatable SUP
I enjoy standup paddling down rivers on my Hala Straight-Up. I’ve done mostly Class II, some Class III rapids, and it’s a lot of fun. I...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 21, 2018
- 3 min
What to Look For in a Whitewater SUP
Choosing a SUP for whitewater paddling can be confusing. Sure, you’ve probably heard that inflatable SUPs are the way to go, but there...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 12, 2018
- 5 min
Heading back East! Paddling Pennsylvania’s Youghiogheny River
Standup paddling through the Pennsylvania wilderness I was headed to Pittsburgh to visit family and my cousin suggested I bring my SUP...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Apr 12, 2018
- 3 min
Why an Inflatable SUP is the Right Choice for You
Examining the benefits of an inflatable SUP Inflatable standup paddleboards (SUPs) have come a long way in the past 10 years. The initial...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Apr 12, 2018
- 3 min
The Hala Radito is One Rad Inflatable SUP
Hala Radito – Versatile whitewater SUP for all levels Have you wanted to try whitewater SUP? If so, the Hala Radito may be the board for...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Sep 27, 2017
- 2 min
SUP Adventure: Paddling and Snorkeling in Laguna Beach, California
Exploring the coves and sea life in Laguna Beach One of the gems of Southern California, the Laguna Beach coastline is renowned for it...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 30, 2017
- 5 min
A Los Angeles River Adventure: Standup Paddling the Urban Jungle
Standup paddling on the Los Angeles River is an urban adventure like no other. As with any good paddling adventure, getting to your...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 24, 2017
- 5 min
Exploring Palos Verdes: Bluff Cove to the SS Dominator
Coastal exploration on the Hala Playa My favorite attribute of paddling the Hala Playa is the board’s versatility. The Playa is...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 21, 2017
- 4 min
Surfing Doheny State Beach: A Pre-Race Warm-up
Surfing the Hala Playa at the mecca of SUP Surfing is a great full body exercise. You work your legs and back as in a traditional...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Aug 2, 2017
- 4 min
Hala Playa: Find Your Local Playground
The new Carbon Hybrid Hala Playa opens up countless opportunities As the initial wave of standup paddling spread across the United...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Jun 20, 2017
- 3 min
Hala Playa: What’s in the Bag?
Initial examination of the Carbon Hala Playa from Hala Gear I have done a lot of backpacking in my time and worn a countless number of...
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Matthew Chebatoris
- Jun 19, 2017
- 3 min
Hala Gear – Carbon Construction in Inflatable SUPs
Hala Gear announces Carbon Construction in their inflatable SUPs Last week, Hala Gear formally announced a new material in the...
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