Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and foil boarding have become popular water sports for fun and exercise in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The calm inland waters offer a perfect training ground for those new to the sport. For the more adventurous, the Gulf of Mexico provides an even greater challenge, depending on surf conditions. The great news is that you don’t have to choose when visiting the Alabama Gulf Coast. All the best spots are close in proximity and easy to access.
You’re probably familiar with paddleboarding but may have never heard of foil boarding. A foil board is a small surfboard with a hydrofoil (a winged fin) that’s submerged below the water and causes the board to sit a few feet above the surface. Riding a foil board is similar to surfing or skateboarding, and being above the waves gives riders the sensation of flying.
Gulf Coast Rental Co.
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Pleasure Island Divers
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Perdido Beach Service
Perdido Beach Services offers folding chairs and umbrella rentals. Our water sports rentals include kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and surfboards.
Orange Beach Parasail
Located at Sportsman Marina, we offer the most family oriented parasailing experience in the area. You will experience the thrill...
Foil Gulf Coast
Come fly across the pristine waters on a Lift3 eFoil surfboard. Foil Gulf Coast provides a premier watersports experience, exploring...
Coyote Beach Sports
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Main Event Beach Service
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Ike's Beach Service
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GO Go Kayaks and more LLC
We deliver the fun! Daily, weekly kayak rentals, and stand-up paddleboards available. Paddling is a fantastic group activity that anyone...
Down Under Dive Shop
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Gulf Shores Kiteboarding
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Pure Aloha Adventures
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Parasail Sky Surfer
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E-Bikes and Boards LLC
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Favorite Places to Paddle & Foil Board
Renting Paddleboard & Foil Board Gear
You don’t have to haul your gear, either! Specialty rental companies are ready and waiting to deliver just what you need for an outing. Check out our rental company listings and plan your trip now. They will even deliver it if you need to rent gear. Our rental companies even offer lessons with certified instructors if you want some training before taking off on your own.
Are you ready to take a stand? Plan your Gulf Shores trip now. Join the many enjoying the SUP and foil board trend year-round on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Whether you want to relax and glide or challenge your core with a workout, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach have the spot for you. Paddleboarding and foil boarding are sure to add excitement to your next visit. Be sure to check out other exciting water activities, including kayaking, Jet Skiing, and parasailing
