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Water Sports Blog

Events, gear guides and adventures from the Ultra Dry community.

A blue and white campervan driving past the sea front and sunset with a surfboard on the roof.

30 May 2022

Packing Essentials for your Water Sports Staycation

The UK is packed with its beautiful coastal scenery and a wide variety of aqua locations, perfect for water sports. So, if you’re deeply in need of a holiday but don’t want to leave the country, we’ve put together a list of essentials we recommend taking with you on your next staycation. Wetsuits or Dry […]

A dog with sunglasses on, sat on a boat.

6 May 2022

The Guide you didn’t know you needed for Recreational Boating!

When we hear the term “boating” this could mean a whole array of sports from living it up on superyachts or sailing along your local lake. If you’re a bit of a thrill-seeker or instead are looking for a peaceful boating sport then we’ve listed the different types of boats for your next aquatic adventure. […]

A man and a dog stood on a paddleboard on the water.

29 March 2022

Awesome Paddle Boarding Locations in Europe

From the roots of Hawaii to all across the world, paddleboarding has become one of the most popular water sports. Some people have asked us ‘are there any benefits?’ and as a matter of fact, stand-up paddleboarding is a full-body workout and not to mention great fun! If you’re looking for more exotic locations in […]

Men stood on the beach stretching in his wetsuit.

25 February 2022

How to Sustainably Dispose of your Wetsuit

Neoprene is the primary material used to make wetsuits – did you know it’s recyclable? However, be warned not every recycling centre will take neoprene products, so listen up for our guide to disposing of your wetsuit without damaging the environment! Recycle A lot of recycling facilities will take neoprene rubber as they can mix […]

A women with a rucksack walking along a bridge in the rainforest.

7 February 2022

Top Places to Travel for Adventure

Reconnect with some of the best holiday destinations in the world with our top recommendations for 2022. With travel having been uncertain for the most part of the past 2 years, we’re looking ahead to 2022 to rekindle the adventure you’ve missed out on. Here are our top recommendations… Hachinohe, Japan Known for its gorgeous […]

Happy New Year written in sand on the beach.

16 December 2021

Is Health & Fitness Part of your New Year’s Resolution?

We’ve got to that time of year again when Christmas dinners, chocolates and Christmas cake are all on the brain and ready to take over our diets, and rightly so, but when it gets to the New Year a lot of us choose to focus on health and fitness as a result of this festive food overload. If you’re looking […]

A man and woman sat by a camp fire with their yellow and blue Ultra Dry bags.

1 December 2021

What Can I Use My Dry Bag For?

You may have already guessed, dry bags will keep your things dry, but the activities they can be used for, how they work and so forth may remain un-answered for you – not for much longer! If you’re on the fence about purchasing your first-ever dry bag or it’s still unclear where you can take […]

Wooden surfboards stood up in a row surrounded by greenery.

26 October 2021

Sustainable Surfboard Shopping!

There seems to be an eco-friendly alternative for everything these days and shopping for your next surfboard is no exception! We’ve put together a list of the top brands and other information to help you reduce your carbon footprint when you go shopping for surfboards. Where to Buy an Eco-Board Spooked Kooks Shopping with this […]

A winter lake landscape with snow and trees.

28 September 2021

Winter Water Sports You Have to Try

You’re right that there’s nothing better than surfing in the sun or quietly canoeing in the toasty warm weather, but that’s not to say that Winter is a total write-off when it comes to aqua sporting. We’ve put together an up-to-date list of some of our favourites for you to try over the Winter months, […]

A man bent down, surfing a big blue wave.

19 August 2021

Interesting Surfing Facts you don’t want to Miss!

From the biggest waves ever surfed to the record for the longest ride, don’t miss out on some of the World’s most amazing surfing facts below… World’s Biggest Wave Did you know that the biggest wave ever surfed by a woman was a staggering 73.5ft? This took place in Praia do Norte, Nazaré, Portugal. It was ridden by Maya Gabeira who actually broke her own Guinness World record which […]

ea wave crashing up on the sand.

28 July 2021

A Guide to North Devon and Cornwall – The Perfect Surf!

North Devon and Cornwall are home to some of the top surfing locations in the UK. Whether you’ve been surfing for years now or are just starting out, here are some of the top spots you should definitely check out! Woolacombe Bay Woolacombe beach couldn’t be more perfect for beginners all the way through to the more advanced surfers. This beautiful beach is located in North Devon, […]

A girl wearing a wetsuit, surfing in the sea.

20 July 2021

Our Wetsuit Care Guide

Wetsuits can experience the odd wear and tear over time, especially if surfing is a regular hobby of yours, but we’re here to help you prevent this. Depending on your purchase, wetsuits can be pretty pricey, so let’s make yours last as long as possible so you can carry on enjoying the perfect surf! Buying or Trying on Your Wetsuit So, you’re in your […]