Long time reader, first time poster. I've really enjoyed checking out this forum from time to time and figured it was about time to sign in. Real name is Todd and I hail from the state of Massachusetts, USA, originally. I did a 30 year military gig and now am in the process of relocating to Rhode Island. I've been posting over on the other forum for a a couple of years now and am know as "WhatsSUP" over there.....yeah, that forum name was too original so I decided to switch it up to something a bit more fitting - "Cappy" is fitting given my career and anticipated Grandfather nickname. ANYWAY, I look forward to learning more and doing some posting from time to time.

As far as SUP background, I'm only a couple of years in and know I'm hooked for life. Although I like flatwater paddling, SUP surf is where my heart is. I'm a novice rider obsessed with nose riding....my JL B&B will get me to where I want to be in time. I also ride a 9'5" Fanatic Allwave that was my first surf SUP....that board will give way to a Sunova Speeed, Skate, or The One at some point this year. These boards (I hope) will calm the jonsing for any others for a few years! :)

Hi Everyone, my name is Cappy and I'm a SUP surf addict!

Welcome Cappy - you've come to the right place with a lot of like minded people (haha)

Sounds like you're well on your way to building a nice surf quiver which in my opinion needs a nose rider (tick) / traditional shape (tick....maybe something a tad shorter vs your Allwave further down the line) & a hybrid (a board like the Speeed is a good starting point).

Looking forward to hearing how you get on.

PS - the military is a great background for SUP surfing because it means you're an early bird which is generally when you score the best conditions....there's something magical about watching a sun rise with no crowds + a cruisy wave

welcome Cappy "Todd".

Hi Todd.. What's Rhode Island like for surf.. flat water.. or DW conditions.

Hi DJ.

Lil'Rhody has a combo of sandy beach breaks as well as rocky beach and point breaks. Some of the rocky point breaks are top shelf with the right swell. Beach breaks where I frequent are okay and can be quite good....but typically smallish which is okay by me. Tons of bays and inlets for flatwater paddling and site seeing. As far as downwind, I think there's some in Narragansett Bay and the Sakonnet River....I'm not a downwinder so don't pay a lot of attention.