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Navigate through the thrills of paddleboarding and kayaking on the Great Lakes with our witty guide. Discover why these freshwater seas offer the ultimate paddling experience. Your adventure starts here!

Why It’s Worth Packing Your BOTE
Don’t take it from us, take it from a BOTE user just like you. Read on as BOTE customer Mike Smith shares his experience of flying and traveling with inflatable paddle boards on a recent trip to Central America.

Recipes for the 4th of July
Paddle, Party, and Pour: Celebrate Independence Day BOTE Style As we gear up to celebrate the star-spangled extravaganza that is the Fourth of July, there's one thing we know for sure - good food and great drinks are essential for a successful bash. So, hop on board with BOTE, as...

Van Life with the Hocking Family
The Hocking Family traded their house and belongings for a simpler, more adventurous life. Learn about how they hit the road to explore new places and gain priceless experiences in their converted school bus.

Breeze Anniversary: Aero vs. Gatorshell
Join us as we embark on a trip down memory lane and highlight the evolution and comparison of two badass products from our fleet of paddle boards: the Breeze Aero and the Breeze Gatorshell.

Introducing the Hangout Water Hammock
Meet the Hangout Water Hammock™―a circular float with a mesh center that comes in two sizes, comfortably accommodating you and your friends. It allows you to sit in the water, lounge, and cool off without any hassle.

Van Life Essentials: Packing for Your Next Trip
With the growing popularity of van life, an increasing number of thrill seekers are in pursuit of the perfect products to enhance their on-the-road experiences. BOTE's innovative line of products and accessories are designed to be optimized for storage and comfort, which are essential for a more enjoyable van life...

Behind the Lens with Sean Murphy
Sean Murphy, BOTE’s Director of Photography, has been at it for over 30 years, spending most of his career in Los Angeles shooting everything from global brands like Adidas and Red Bull to musical masterminds like Weezer and Tenacious D. He’s a Florida boy though, and recently Sean decided to...

SUP History: Hawaiian Roots
The History of Stand Up Paddle Boarding If you’ve been to a lake, river, or ocean in the past decade or so, chances are you stumbled across a rental shop for SUPs. Stand up paddle boarding has become quite a craze in recent years, and for good reason. You can...