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YOLO honors our Service Men and Women

Posted on: 2009-06-30

YOLO Board had the pleasure of providing a day of fun to the children of our U.S. Military last week.  The Hurlburt Field Youth Center, Camp "B" Jammin Program came out to Sandestin's Baytowne Marina for a day of YOLO fun.  Tom and Jeff were so impressed with these kids.  We ...

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2 YOLO Classes offered this Weekend!

Posted on: 2009-06-30

Beginners and pros, we have classes for you this weekend!  This Saturday, July 4, at the Sandestin Baytowne Marina, Debbie Hunter will lead a Paddlefit Class at 9 AM.  You can get a workout in before the Independence Day festivities start!  At the Grayton Beach Boat Launch, near the Red ...

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Welcome new YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard dealers!

Posted on: 2009-06-27

We are so excited to announce the addition of new YOLO dealers!  Call them if you are in the area to try one out! Lake Minnetonka, MN  Lake SUP  www.LakeSUP.com Seattle, WA  Seattle Raft and Kayak  www.seattleraftandkayak.com Seattle, WA  Moss Bay Rowing  www.mossbay....

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YOLO on the Chattahoochee

Posted on: 2009-06-25

Steve Combs paddled his 2 YOLOyaks in the Back to the Chattahoochee River Race.  The Yaks handled the 8 mile downstream race with ease.  They were the 2 lone stand-up paddlers in a sea of kayakers.  They really STOOD out!  Great job repping the YOLO guys!

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3rd Race in Aesthetic Clinique YOLO SUP Race Series Report

Posted on: 2009-06-19

Destin, FL -- The Sandestin Baytowne Marina was the perfect setting for the 3rd race in our 2009 Aesthetic Clinique SUP Race Series.   Hundreds of spectators gathered for a competitive paddle battle.  Once again, On the Coast Mag Women and South Walton Lifeguard Black teams took first.  The race was shown ...

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Team YOLO takes 1st and 2nd at the Waterman's Challenge SUP race

Posted on: 2009-06-17

Justin Cook and Joe Serrato take 1st and 2nd, respectively, in the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum's Waterman's Challenge held June 6 in Cocoa Beach FL.  They were both paddling the 12' YOLO original.  Joe also took 3rd in the Surf Contest on the 12' YOLO.  Not only the most stable&...

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YOLO photo chosen for cover of Paddle World Magazine

Posted on: 2009-06-14

"For fun, fitness, and a great way to get outside, stand-up paddling is the latest craze in watersports." says PaddleWorld, the international paddlesports magazine.  The publication featured Jake Meyer's photograph of last year's YOLO stand-up paddleboard race series on the cover of its latest issue. 

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YOLO photo shoot for Coastal Living magazine

Posted on: 2009-06-13

Colleen Duffley of www.StudioBtheBeach.com was photographing the YOLO guys for an upcoming issue of Coastal Living magazine.  Chris Lambert's vintage Volkswagon van looks great topped with YOLO boards. Here are some behind the scenes shots.

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YOLOyak featured in Motorboating Magazine's must have gear

Posted on: 2009-06-13

The recent issue of Motorboating Magazine lists the YOLOyak as a must have accessory for the boating world.  Perfect for fishing, crabbing, and of course flat water paddling.  After anchoring, boaters explore the waterways on the YOLOyak hybrid SUP/kayak.

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YOLO and Cat Country Demo in Pensacola this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-06-11

Join YOLO Board and Cat Country 98.7 for the Coors Light Days of Summer Kick Off June 13th at Capt'N Funs Pensacola Beach!  Cat Country 98.7 will be on location live at the Portofino Boardwalk, Pensacola Beach Fl for a 3 hour demo.  Come out and register to win a YOLOyak, ...

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Bring your YOLO Board SUP to the Western Lake, Watercolor, FL Cleanup

Posted on: 2009-06-05

Help clean up the lake that we all love to paddle in, Western Lake at Watercolor.  Join Terri Cosson and crew in picking up trash along the shore.  Your YOlO Board is the perfect green vessle!  Meet up Saturday, June 13 at 9am, Watercolor Boathouse.  Bring sunscreen, bug spray and a ...

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YOLO YOGA and Fishing in Jupiter, FL

Posted on: 2009-06-04

Check out John and Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding.  They are living the YOLO life!  Among the many paddleboard activities that the Denneys offer, Bari teaches yoga on the board, and John takes guests on fishing excursions.  Fly-fishing on the YOLOyak and Warrior pose on the epoxy -- it doesn't ...

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YOLO's Gary Wise wins Daytona Oceanfest SUP race!

Posted on: 2009-06-02

Daytona Beach, FL--Gary Wise of Team YOLO Board wins Daytona 5-Mile Paddleboard ClassicThe Event was open to 10' 6", 12 foot, 14 foot, and unlimited paddleboards. Open to lifeguard specification surf skis, dory boats and stand-up paddleboards. Hosted by Surfari Surf Shop in Ormond Beach and the VSLA volunteers. Gary finished the five-mile race in ...

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SoWal Lifeguards and On the Coast win 2nd YOLO SUP Race in Series

Posted on: 2009-05-22

Well, the sky turned to a different shade of blue, after the rain. And what a beautiful evening it turned out to be for the second race of the YOLOBoard Stand Up Paddleboard Race series. Nine ladies teams hit the water paddling hard. The top three finishers all crossed the line within one minute ...

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Team YOLO's Gary Wise sets course record

Posted on: 2009-05-20

South Walton Beach Safety Director Gary Wise Wins 12th Annual Key West Paddleboard Classic Wise finishes first in the Unlimited Division in the May 9th event held at Smathers Beach in the Florida Keys   Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. -- Gary Wise, a member of Team YOLO Men in the local 2009 YOLO Race ...

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2nd YOLO SUP Race in Series this Thursday at Watercolor!

Posted on: 2009-05-18

Santa Rosa Beach, FL....Come out to the Watercolor Boathouse this Thursday at 5:30 for the 2nd race in our Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series.  The South Walton LifeGuards took the men's race last time, and the On The Coast Magazine Ladies were victorious in their division.  This week, our presenting sponsor-Asthetic ...

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Team YOLO Takes First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships

Posted on: 2009-05-14

Locals Gary Wise and Sean Hughes Take First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships Both place first individually in their respective divisions in the championship race held at Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach, FL on April 11th  Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. – YOLO Board LLC announces that the members of Team YOLO Men, Gary ...

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YOLO SUP Demo Lake Norman, NC this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-05-13

  Free Stand Up Paddle Demo – Lake Norman, NC Date:   Saturday May 16th Time:   1pm – 3pm Location:  Lake Norman public boat launch at Little Creek on Burtan Lane (S.R. 1376)(off Webb Road)   Come out and try the newest sport to hit Lake ...

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Billabong Grom Comp 5-16-09 !

Posted on: 2009-05-08

Miramar Beach, Fl--- ATTENTION Surfers 12 and under!  Sign up now for the 1st annual Billabong Grom Surfing Contest!  No surf experience necessary, boards provided! Saturday May 16th at Pompano Joe's in Miramar Beach at 9 am sharp!  For more info contact Billabong @ 850-424-3553, or Ride on Surf School @ 850-582-2593.

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SUPforLife Paddle-thon to raise money for American Cancer Society

Posted on: 2009-05-06

Santa Rosa Beach, FL ---SUP for Life is Waterman Gulf Coast's biggest charity activity.  If offers everyone in our community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. The local SUP community is inviting all paddlers (SUPs, kayaks, canoes, etc) to hit our designated waterway and take turns paddling around our buoys. ...

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YOLO Demo in Chattanooga, TN this Saturday!

Posted on: 2009-05-05

YOLO is in Chattanooga, Tennessee! Yolo stand up paddleboard FREE Demo If you are looking for the newest, latest & greatest sports/fitness adventure come and check this out! Saturday May 9th 10:00AM-2:00PM at Camping World (Shipps RV) East Ridge, Exit 1 off I-75 hosted by Rock/ Creek & ...

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Stand Up Fitness Demo-St. Pete Beach

Posted on: 2009-05-02

Brody Welte, new YOLO rep, owner of Stand Up Paddle Fitness in St. Petersburg, FL will hold demo May 9.  Brody, who moved here from Hawaii, is an expert in the field, and is sure to provide a great demo day. For more info, contact Brody at 727-902-4294, and check out his website ...

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1st YOLO SUP Race a huge success!

Posted on: 2009-04-30

We had an amazing turnout for the first race of the series.  A little math to get started… 14 four man teams plus 9 four woman teams equals One Gazillion Paddlers on Oyster Lake last night! (OK, so that’s actually 92 competitors, but you get the picture) South Walton served up ...

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2009 YOLO Board Stand Up Paddleboard Race Series kicks off Tonight!

Posted on: 2009-04-28

  YOLO Board announces the kick off of the 2009 YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series race event on Thursday, April 30th __ at 5:30 pm  on beautiful Oyster Lake in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.  Male and female division four-member teams will compete in a series of five races that will take place ...

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Team YOLO wins 2009 FL State Paddleboard Championships!

Posted on: 2009-04-19

  Locals Gary Wise and Sean Hughes Take First in 2009 Florida State Paddleboard Championships Both place first individually in their respective divisions in the championship race held at Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach, FL on April 11th Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. YOLO Board announces that the members of Team YOLO Men, Gary Wise and ...

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YOLO in Norbanks Sailing, Duck, North Carolina

Posted on: 2009-04-17

Jon Britt from Nor'banks sailing in Duck, North Carolina on the Outerbanks, has added YOLO Boards to his watersports fleet.  Thanks Jon!  We are so happy to be a part of your operation. Nor'Banks Sailing has been renting sailboats on the Currituck Sound of the Outer Banks since 1979.  ...

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YOLO stand up paddleboard Free Demo on the Chattahootchee this Sat

Posted on: 2009-04-16

YOLO is in Atlanta this weekend offering free demos at the Chattahoochee River this Saturday from 10 -2. Come down to see what it's all about... it's incredibly easy (takes about 30 seconds to learn) and is a great FUN core workout. DIRECTIONS: Take 400 North to Exit 6, Northridge Road and turn right onto ...

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Blue Mountain Surf School in session Apr. 16 and 17 in Walton County, FL

Posted on: 2009-04-09

Join Blue Mountain Surf  for a great spring break experience   Surf School will be in session!        April 16th or 17th (during Walton County Schools spring break)     Our SURF SCHOOL is an educational program for children ages 6-12. The program is open to boys and girls ...

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YOLO Board stand up paddleboard rentals come to Sandestin

Posted on: 2009-04-08

  SANDESTIN GOLF AND BEACH RESORT ANNOUNCES THE ADDITION OF YOLO BOARD RENTALS, CLASSES AND EVENTS AT BAYTOWNE MARINA     Destin, Fla. – Sandestin® Golf and Beach Resort, a leading Florida resort destination, today announced that the very popular YOLO Boards, a form of paddle boarding, will be available at Baytowne Marina beginning ...

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Stand Up Paddleboard Yoga with Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding

Posted on: 2009-04-02

 Check out this TV interview with John and Bari Denney of Jupiter Paddleboarding in Jupiter, Florida:  http://www.wpbf.com/video/19054667/?taf=wpb

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Palm Beach Illustrated lists YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards as a fun way to get fit.

Posted on: 2009-04-01

The recent issue of Palm Beach Illustrated lists YOLO as a fun way to exercise.  We are so excited to be a part of this great magazine.

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Surfrider wins victory for beaches!

Posted on: 2009-03-30

Recently, the Surfrider Foundation won an important victory when a Florida judge denied the town of Palm Beach a permit for the Reach 8 beach fill project because of the potential to harm environment and the local economy. The town of Palm Beach proposed dredging offshore and directly burying seven acres of near-shore hard-bottom reefs, ...

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YOLO stand up paddleboard in the Gulf

Posted on: 2009-03-28

Club YOLO member Jim Waitzman and family enjoy his new YOLO Board in the crystal clear water of the Gulf of Mexico in Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Could those girls be any cuter!!!!!!!!!

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Kitty Hawks Kites, a YOLOboard sales and rental location in Destin, to hold Beach Kite Festival!!

Posted on: 2009-03-27

                    Kitty Hawks Kites of Destin, FL  will hold its 5th Annual Beach Kite Festival on April 4th and 5th on the Boardwalk at Okaloosa Island.  Kitty Hawk Kites is one of our newest YOLOboard Sales and Rental locations.   Come ...

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YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards on the Weather Channel

Posted on: 2009-03-25

Tom Losee of YOLO Board was part of the Weather Channel's segment "Why I love Spring."  They reported on Destin, 30A, and Seaside.  The Yolo segment was filmed at the Sandestin Baytowne Marina.  Check it out here: http://www.weather.com/multimedia/videoplayer.html?from=email&bcpid=823503751&bclid=...

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YOLOyak Stand up Paddleboard in Lafayette, LA at Pack and Paddle

Posted on: 2009-03-18

John and Becky Williams of Pack and Paddle in Lafayette, LA, hosted a paddling demo on March 14, on beautiful Lake Martin.  The moss covered cypress trees were a picturesque backdrop for the many paddlers who attended the event.  Everyone who tried the yak enjoyed it, and we appreciate the Williams' including the ...

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Stand Up Paddleboard Fishing!!!

Posted on: 2009-03-12

Check out the gorgeous fish that Andy Coleman and Sharon caught on their YOLOyak.  Sharon pulled in the redfish and Andy snagged the trout.  Andy says: "Without a motor, you can really sneak up on them, and with the added vantage point of standing on the yak, the fish are easier to spot."

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Great day at the YOLOyak stand up paddleboard demo!!

Posted on: 2009-03-09

The weather was perfect for the YOLOyak demo held at the boat ramp in Grayton Beach, FL.  Everyone was enjoying the new YOLOyak including the dogs!

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Thicket Magazine features YOLO Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-03-08

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YOLO and Behold

Posted on: 2009-03-07

YOLO AND BEHOLD Santa Rosa Beach business creates local craze March 6, 2009 - 3:25 PM Jennifer Rich You Only Live Once. Meet two guys who believe that philosophy so much that they named their business after the acronym made by the statement — Yolo Board. Five years ago, Jeff Archer and Tom Losee ...

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YOLOyak standup paddleboard demo Grayton Beach, FL this Sunday

Posted on: 2009-03-04

This time the weather will cooperate!  Come out and try our YOLOyak, the world's first Stand-up Kayak!  Join us at the Grayton Beach boat ramp just east of the Red Bar, 70 Hotz Ave, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459. This Sunday, March 8, from 1 pm to 3 pm.&...

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Hook, Line and Paddle in NC, our newest YOLO dealer!

Posted on: 2009-03-03

Ryan and Darren of Hook, Line and Paddle, in Wilmington, North Carolina became YOLO Board dealers recently and we want to thank them for adding YOLO to their business.   They are definitely the "You Only Live Once" type of guys.  Check them out the next time you are in Wilmington.   ...

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Wakawai YOLO stand up paddleboard Demo in North Carolina

Posted on: 2009-03-02

Michael Briere from WakaWai, held a demo on the French Broad River in Asheville, with YOLO rep Matt Macdonell and Travis Bowers from SUP-NC.  We thank Michael and his gang for all of their support.

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YOLOyak standup paddleboard in Grayton Beach, FL

Posted on: 2009-03-01

The YOLOyak was out on Western Lake in Grayton Beach this weekend.  Onno Horn even put his dog, Sable, on the board-he loved it!  The Lorenzens made a family day of it.  Thanks for the pics Jennifer and Catherine!

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Florida Travel + Life lists YOLO as favorite escapade

Posted on: 2009-02-27

The April issue of Florida Travel + Life features YOLO stand up paddleboarding as one of its favorite escapades in the "Good Life"  section.  The Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa gets a nod for its 52 foot long zip line.  The mag also lists Seaside as one of ...

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Ace Performer in Fort Myers, FL converts YOLOboard into windsurfer

Posted on: 2009-02-25

Roy Massey of Ace Performer in Fort Myers, FL converted his YOLOboard into a windsurfer with a retro-fitted attachment that allows him to catch the wind when gusts are up or paddle the beautiful flatwater of south Florida when the wind is down.  Roy has been retailing YOLO for a few months now, and&...

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YOLOboard Stand up Paddleboard Demo Wed. Feb 25 at WakaWai!

Posted on: 2009-02-24

This Wednesday, February 25th, 2009, WakaWai will be holding a YOLO Stand Up Paddle Board DEMO at the Woodfin River Park in Asheville, NC. We will have all of their models available for demo, including the New Yolo Yak!. The event is FREE and open to the public from 4 to 6 pm.Please make ...

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YOLO Watersports retails YOLO!

Posted on: 2009-02-23

YOLO Watersports on Captiva Island, FL is now a YOLOboard Retailer! Marcel and his staff are the most friendly and helpful people you ever want to meet, so check them out if you are down south.  His website is: www.yolo-jims.com

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Surfrider holds Waterman's Gathering at Fudpuckers, Destin, FL

Posted on: 2009-02-20

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YOLO Standup Paddleboards now at StoneMountainSurf.com

Posted on: 2009-02-17

Welcome to our newest rep, Steve Combs of www.StoneMountainSurf.com.  He was in town recently to check out the new YOLOyak, the YOLO express and the 14' Explorer.  Steve, Mike Sturdivant, and bud caught some sweet rides, they even rode all three boards on the same wave.  The last photos are ...

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Emerald Coast Magazine features Q & A with YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-17

The February/March issue of Emerald Coast Magazine features a Q & A with YOLOboard owners Tom Losee and Jeff Archer. 

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Valentine's Day with YOLOboard Stand Up Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-17

Demos were held in Jupiter, FL and Gulf Stream, FL this past weekend with beautiful weather and many happy paddlers.  John and Bari Denney hosted the Jupiter Paddleboarding event, and Muriel Losee was the coordinator for the Gulf Stream demonstration.  The new YOLOyak was a big hit with everyone, and we thank all ...

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Stand up Paddle Race Prep

Posted on: 2009-02-16

Gary Wise, Florida State Stand up Paddleboard Champion, and certified sports trainer has contributed an SUP Race Prep article to our Paddlefit section.  Now's the time to get in shape for upcoming races!  Check it out: http://www.yoloboard.com/paddle_fit.php

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Valentine's Day YOLO Standup Paddleboards Demo in Jupiter

Posted on: 2009-02-10

Jupiter Paddleboarding, in Jupiter, FL, will hold a Valentine's Day Demo on Saturday Feb. 14 at Burt Reynolds Park, Waterway Pavillion.  The event is free and open to the public from 10AM to 4PM.  There will be races, games and prizes.  Jeff and Tom from YOLOboard will be on hand ...

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Standup Paddleboard Surfing in Men's Journal

Posted on: 2009-02-09

The February issue of Men's Journal featured a great article on Stand Up PaddleBoard Surfing.  It takes you step-by-step through the motions of SUP surfing, and explains that if you learn the basics first, you can be surfing quicker than you think!

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Join our YOLOboard Standup Paddleboards Facebook Page

Posted on: 2009-02-09

YOLOboard Standup paddleboards now has an official FaceBook page: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=54894446484&ref=mf It is an open group so anyone can join.  We will be posting race dates, events, classes and other news.  We want to see all of your YOLO pics and videos! You can ...

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Walton Outdoors.com posts article on the new YOLOyak Standup Paddleboards

Posted on: 2009-02-02

YOLO Yak makes its debut Jeff Archer and Tom Losee and the new YOLO Yak. Lori Ceier/Walton Outdoors The creative genius of Jeff Archer and Tom Losee, of local YOLO Board fame have just come up with a new toy to paddle – the YOLO Yak. The YOLO YAK is the first of its ...

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The YOLOyak standup paddleboard takes its maiden voyage through the Florida Everglades

Posted on: 2009-01-21

The YOLOyak, our new rotomolded standup paddleboard takes its maiden voyage through the Florida Everglades.  Check out the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8zFLRXArrM The locals at "You and a Kayak" were extra hospitable, and we can't wait to get back down there!!

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People Magazine places SUP on the HIP List

Posted on: 2009-01-20

Lifestyle Trends in the Feb. 2009 issue of People Magazine lists standup paddleboarding as one of fifteen things that are on the Hip List for 2009.  The list states that paddleboarding is the latest sport to attract celebs.  Check out Kate Hudson enjoying her paddle. 

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Jupiter Paddleboarding hosts YOLO standup paddleboard demo

Posted on: 2009-01-17

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Jupiter Paddle Boarding holds its first YOLO Board Demo!

Posted on: 2009-01-15

Jupiter Paddle Boarding in Jupiter, FL, held its first YOLOBoard Stand-Up Paddle Board Demo Event on Saturday, January 10th.  Beginners and pros; kids and grandparents were on hand to try out the 2009 YOLOboard line-up, including the introduction of the new YOLOyak.  The yak is the first true hybrid SUP/kayak. ...

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Standup Surf & Sail Journal features YOLO Board race series photo

Posted on: 2009-01-12

       Now in its 17th year since starting as Windtracks Journal, Standup Surf and Sail Journal devotes every page to relecting the life and times these unique and fulfilling sports embody.  Jake Meyer's photo of the 2008 YOLOBoard Standup Paddleboard Race Series was selected for their recent issue-pick one up ...

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Shreddin' in Palm Beach on the YOLOboard Express 9'6" Standup Paddleboard

Posted on: 2008-12-30

Jack Wheatley and Lindsay Whittaker were shreddin' this weekend in Palm Beach, Florida.  They showed that the light weight YOLO 9'6" SUP isn't just for the girls.  Thanks for the photos, guys.

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New Quiver Caddy coming soon!

Posted on: 2008-12-25

Club YOLO member Jack Archer got the new Quiver Caddy from Santa this year.  It's the best way to get his board to the beach.  Watch the website for the arrival of the Quiver Caddy this spring.

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Get Paddlefit for the New Year!

Posted on: 2008-12-18

For a new you in the new year, stand-up paddleboarding is the ultimate core workout.  The pounds will melt off while you are out on the water enjoying the elements.  Check out Claire Haslam's new fitness articles in our Paddlefit section. http://www.yoloboard.com/paddle_fit.php   Claire Haslam is a Certified Athletic Trainer ...

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Club YOLO member Colleen Duffley calls for New Year's cell phone photos!

Posted on: 2008-12-18

Here's the scoop: To celebrate the new year, Studio b is hosting a photo forum of camera phone shots!  Yes, camera phone shots!  No need for high-tech cameras, you can be "Joe the plumber" or an ace photographer and enter!    There are only two rules: Rule#1:  It must be shot from a camera phone. ...

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2009 YOLOboard StandUp Paddleboard Race Series artwork released

Posted on: 2008-12-16

Jake Meyer, of www.iwilldesignforfood.com, has released our 2009 YOLO Board race series poster.  This time the women are represented!  (Along with the infamous YOLOman.)  Jake's designs are always awesome, and will be seen on t-shirts, flyers, banners, and the like.  More info on race series to come!

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Team YOLO takes 2nd in Cold Stroke Classic

Posted on: 2008-12-15

 Gary Wise, of Team YOLO, took 2nd place in the 1st Annual Cold Stroke Classic, held Dec. 13 in Wilmington, NC.  The 4 1/2 mile standup paddleboard race course circled Harbor Island.  Wise's 14 foot race board came in at 45 minutes and was bested only by an 18 ft Bark ...

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New 14' YOLOBoard Explorer in stock!

Posted on: 2008-12-09

This is the catdaddy of the YOLO Board fleet.  The 14 foot Explorer is hand-shaped with high density foam, hand-laid epoxy exterior with real bamboo inlay in deck top.  A true masterpiece.  This board also features built-in bungee system in front and rear.  Heavy duty handles are fastened on ...

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Hollie Ogle enters her "YOLO Into the Sun" drawing in art exhibition

Posted on: 2008-11-13

"If people start to stand up and Yolo (paddleboard) they can save gasoline.  It is lots of fun out on the water and you get exercise.   If I can Yolo then everyone can!"  -- Hollie Ogle, 4th Grade , Van R. Butler Elementary School, Santa Rosa Beach, FL. Here is the link to Hollie's artwork in ...

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Hurrican Film Festival in Seaside FL

Posted on: 2008-11-12

YOLO Board is proud to be a sponsor of the 1st Annual Panhandle Hurricane Film Festival, to be held at 6PM this Saturday, November 15, in Seaside, Florida.   It is sure to be a great event with live music and free admission.  Surf videos from the 2008 Hurricane Season will be shown, with prizes being ...

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Club YOLO Members love their new 9'6" EXPRESS BOARD!

Posted on: 2008-11-04

Check out these pics of Club YOLO members on their new YOLO Express Boards!  This smaller board is made for ladies. kids, and surfers.  It has superior maneuverability, and a tight turning radius.  Its light weight makes it easy to transport.  Pair it with a new QuickStick paddle, and you're ready to start your adventure!

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Surf Spooktacular Video!

Posted on: 2008-10-29

The Thirteenth Annual Gulf Coast Surf Spooktacular was hauntingly fun last night at the Harborwalk in Destin.  One hour before sunset, adventurous souls were stand up paddling along the harbor front in full costume. After spooking the fishing fleet, they enjoyed the haunted house and other festivities with friends and family! To check out the ...

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Great Day at Scully's On the Bayou

Posted on: 2008-10-27

    50+ Paddlers on Cinco Bayou in Fort Walton Beach, FL enjoyed the beautiful fall weather, and great food and hospitality at Rick and Jessica Cleveland's restaurant, Scully's on the Bayou. 102.1 the WAVE provided music and a live remote, to create a festive atmosphere for the afternoon race event. Radio listeners stopped in to ...

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WakaWai is New YOLO Dealer!!

Posted on: 2008-10-23

We'd like to welcome our newest distributor of YOLO Boards to the You Only Live Once Family--www.WakaWai.com. Check out the YOLO Boards and other great gear on their exclusive online e-commerce retail site here* WakaWai The Brieres of www.wakawai.com are pictured here on their YOLO board at Price Lake which is ...

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YOLO makes its mark on 2nd annual Cocoa Beach C2C Paddle Challenge!

Posted on: 2008-10-21

Team YOLO Board made its mark on the 2nd annual 22-mile C2C Paddle Challenge in Cocoa Beach this weekend. Gary Wise and Lindsey Whittaker of Team YOLO were first across the finish in the 14' and 12' divisions respectively. Gary's time of 5:04:24 topped his personal best for the 22 mile race, but ...

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Scully's on the Bayou--Yolo Board Fall Stand Up Paddle Series- Oct. 26

Posted on: 2008-10-17

Coming to Scully's on the Bayou--The YoloBoard Fall Stand Up Paddle Series! First race is Sunday, Oct. 26 at 1 P.M. There is no entry fee, so call 850-622-5760 to sign up your team today!!! Divisions for race event: *4 person co-ed(adult) *13-18 Youth Open *12-under *Individual shootout *short distance and bouy course(...

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YOLO Board Demo at Mountain High Outfitters--Thurs. Oct 16--Birmingham , AL

Posted on: 2008-10-09

Join Tom from YOLO and the guys at Mountain High Outfitters in Birmingham, AL for their first YOLO demo on Thursday Oct. 16. on the lake at Mount Laurel, off of Highway 280 near Birmingham, AL. Contact the store to reserve your spot! Call Cahaba Village Hwy 280 (205)970-3300 to experience the joy of ...

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Club YOLO Wants YOU!

Posted on: 2008-10-09

The first CLUB YOLO gathering was held at the Destin Harbor at Harborwalk Village. Boards were all over the harbor, and the sunset was awesome. Our next get-together will be at Sculley's on the Bayou in Fort Walton Beach. Come out around 1 PM, we'll have plenty of boards for everyone to demo, as well ...

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Cocoa Beach Causeway to Causeway 22-mile Standup Paddleboard Race

Posted on: 2008-10-09

The Paddleboard Committee of The Cocoa Beach Surf Museum will hold the second annual Causeway to Causeway (C2C) Challenge Saturday, October 18, 2008 at Lee Werner Park, located at 401 Riveredge Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32922 Gary Wise, of Team Yolo will be defending his title this year!! Come join us for a weekend trip to ...

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On the Coast Magazine features YOLO on the cover of its Sept./Oct. 2008 issue!

Posted on: 2008-10-03

The latest issue of the Emerald Coast Magazine had a great article and photos of the local YOLO community. Publisher Nancy Babin and her husband Shane, raced in the recent YOLO Paddleboard Race Series, and wanted to feature the boards in their magazine. An excerpt from the article, written by fellow racer Gina Seton, talked ...

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PaddleFit Classes every Saturday! Destin Health and Fitness Club and Gary Wise offer classes !

Posted on: 2008-09-24

Every Saturday morning you now have a chance to exercise on the water! At 7AM Vince Walker, owner of Destin Health and Fitness Club will offer a Paddlefit class. This class will consist of a variety of paddle techniques that target the core and contribute to a full body workout. Class is free for Destin ...

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YOLO Men and Women and Aqua Surf Shop win Paddleboard Race Series

Posted on: 2008-09-19

Well, Last night we enjoyed the final race of the YOLOBoard Stand-up Paddle Board Race Series. And what a beautiful race it was! We could not have asked for better weather as the air was noticeably cooler and the Gulf was emerald green and smooth as a lake. The venue at Seaside, FL, was just ...

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New YOLO EXPRESS! 9'6" Standup Paddleboard

Posted on: 2008-09-15

Our newest design is the YOLO EXPRESS. It measures 9'6" x 30". (The Original YOLO measures 12' x 31") It is perfect for ladies, kids, and guys who rip! It has a center carry handle for easy transport. Leash plugs front and back. Cool colors-Camo Blue, Camo Pink, White and Red Stripe, and Squiggle. Click ...

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YOLO is "Best TOY of the New South" by Garden&Gun mag

Posted on: 2008-09-05

Garden and Gun Magazine featured YOLO BOARD as "Best Toy of the New South" in their Sept./Oct '08 issue. "YOLO Original Stand-up Paddle Board" The paddle-surfing wave is sweeping up everyone from beach-going families to hard-core flats anglers. These hybrid-ized surfboards allow riders to stand upright while using a long single paddle to glide ...

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YOLO Board Standup Paddle Race Standings

Posted on: 2008-09-05

After the fourth stand up paddleboard race held in HarborWalk Village, Destin FL, the standings are as follows: Men's Division: Aqua Surf Shop - 38 pts. Yolo Men -34 pts. RYNO - 24 pts. Surfrider - 15 pts. Sunset Beach Services - 14 pts. Destin Health & Fitness Club - 12 pts. ROV - 8 pts. ...

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Aussie YOLO trip

Posted on: 2008-09-05

In a recent issue of the Beachcomber, Lynn Costlow from Australia was featured on her first YOLO expedition. While on holiday from her homeland of Australia, she explored Eastern Lake near Watercolor. "It was incredible!" said Lynn. "I can't wait to do it again!"

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YOLO Board featured in Vie Magazine

Posted on: 2008-09-04

The premier edition of the Emerald Coast's newest magazine, VIE, included YOLO Board and standup paddling as one of its feature articles. Published by Lisa Burwell, Vie Magazine is unique in that its primary focus is on human interest stories celebrating the "people and places" of our Northwest Florida region, specifically from Pensacola to Apalachicola

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Race 4 Aug. 28 - Harborwalk Village, Destin,FL

Posted on: 2008-08-28

Destin's HarborWalk Village was an amazing setting for the 4th race in the YOLOboard StandUp Paddle Race Series. Spectators lined the wharf to watch the competition. Team YOLOlita took the women's division, and Team Aqua Surf Shop won again in the men's division. The paddlers braved the outgoing tide and at the turn-around on the ...

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Race 3 Aug. 14 - WaterColor Boathouse

Posted on: 2008-08-14

Aqua Surf Shop and YOLO Women win Third Race in YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series Race Event on August 14th. YOLO Board successfully hosted their third race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series at 6 pm on Western Lake in WaterColor on Thursday, August 14, 2008 with Teams Aqua Surf Shop and YOLO Women ...

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Destin Magazine - YOLO and Surfrider

Posted on: 2008-08-01

Florida Panhandle Chapter Surfrider Foundation Hosts International Surfing Day Event The non-profit environmental organization receives big turnout from local surfing and beach community Santa Rosa Beach, FL (July 1, 2008) – On Friday, June 20, 2008, over 250 participants attended the local Florida Panhandle Chapter Surfrider Foundation’s International Surfing Day (ISD) celebration down on the ...

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Race 2 July 31 - Oyster Lake, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2008-07-31

Team YOLO Men & Team YOLO Women Win Second Race in YOLO Race Series!! Next Race Slated for Thursday, August 14th on Western Lake Although the location changed the day before due to impending surf conditions in the Gulf of Mexico, the second race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series went off without a hitch ...

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Gary Wise of Team YOLO to Molokai

Posted on: 2008-07-27

Team YOLO Board to Compete at 12th Annual QuiksilverEdition Molokai to Oahu Paddleboard Race. South Walton Fire District Beach Safety Director Gary Wise qualifies as the only waterman from the state of Florida and East Coast to compete in the international paddleboard race. Santa Rosa Beach, FL (July 16, 2008)-Locally-adopted Australian-born waterman, Gary Wise, ...

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Standup Paddleboard Race 1 July 17- Oyster Lake, Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Posted on: 2008-07-17

Men's Winner - Aqua Surf Shop wins 1st Race in YOLO Series!! With the generous support of our sponsors, paddlers, volunteers and wonderful spectators, we successfully hosted our first race in the YOLO Board Stand-Up Paddle Series at 6 pm on Oyster Lake in Santa Rosa Beach on Thursday, July 17, 2008. We had a ...

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The Thirty-A Review

Posted on: 2008-07-17

Here's one more thing for your summer to-do list: Go "YOLO-ing." Why? Because you only live once, which is exactly what YOLO stands for. According to the company's cofounder, Tom Losee, the name comes from the experience you get while doing it. The sport is actually called stand-up paddling, an activity that dates back to ...

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Destin Real Estate Co. balances with YOLO

Posted on: 2008-07-16

Destin Real Estate balances on YOLO Sat. July 5, 2008: The Destin Log: SANTA ROSA BEACH - The placid waters of Western Lake in WaterColor took on a new perspective for a group of Realtors from Destin Real Estate Company last Saturday morning. Jeff Archer, co-founder of YOLO BOARD, led a private demonstration of the ...

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Destin Log tells YOLO Stand Up Paddleboard story

Posted on: 2008-07-14

Paddle board races set now through September July 14, 2008 - 9:18AM Kimberly White, Florida Freedom Newspapers Jeff Archer got a killer rush off last month's International Surf Day event and wants to prolong it for the rest of the summer. The Stand Up For Our Oceans! team paddle board race, hosted June 13 ...

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Seaside Times showcases YOLO on cover

Posted on: 2008-07-04

Local Tom Losee paddles out into the emerald green in search of a wave on his patented YOLO board. You Only Live Once is a company he and partner, Jeff Archer, created. If you've always dreamed of catching a wave, but have been nervous to try, head over to ONO Surf Shop for private or ...

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International Surf Day event a huge success

Posted on: 2008-06-20

International Surf Day event held last Friday at Pompano Joes in Miramar Beach, FL was a huge success! Lots of money was raised for the Surfrider Foundation to benefit our waters. Yolo Board was on hand for demos- Lots of paddlers braved the choppy waters of the Gulf. Great music, food, and a bonfire made ...

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Gary Wise wins State SUP Championship

Posted on: 2008-06-10

Gary Wise of Santa Rosa Beach, FL won the State Stand-Up PaddleBoard Race on his YOLO racing board! The Florida State Paddleboard Championship was held last month in Cocoa Beach, Fl. The event, hosted by the Cocoa Beach Surf Museum, marked its 10th year, and was held in conjunction with the Easter Surf Festival. The ...

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Destin Log - International Surf Day Event

Posted on: 2008-06-07

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Destin Harbor Clean-Up Day

Posted on: 2008-06-02

YOLO Boards were all over the Destin Harbor this Saturday for the Harbor Clean-Up Project. We all had a blast, and picked up lots of trash. Let's all keep our waters clean so that our grandkids' kids can YOLO too! Special thanks to Kitty Hawk Kites and HarborWalk Village for all of their hard work ...

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