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Hi everyone! I'm part of AWAVA, a university startup team researching the experiences and challenges of fishing from stand-up paddleboards. We'd love to learn about how you fish, the equipment you use, and any difficulties you encounter. No product is being sold.
You can answer directly in this thread using the question numbers and your chosen options. Participation is voluntary; skip anything you don't want to answer. Replies here are public and associated with your forum username, so please don't include your email address or other contact details.
1. How many times have you gone fishing from a SUP in the past 12 months? (Choose one)
0; 1–2; 3–5; 6–11; 12–24; 25+.
If 0, please stop here — the remaining questions are about recent SUP-fishing experience.
2. Why do you choose a SUP instead of a kayak or other watercraft? (Choose up to 2)
Portability; Standing visibility/casting; Shallow-water access; Freedom of movement; Easier storage; Enjoyment/exercise; Lower cost; Other (please specify).
3. What's the most frustrating part of fishing from your SUP?
Open answer.
4. Which difficulties have you personally experienced while SUP fishing? (Choose up to 3)
Drifting away from fishing spots; Difficulty steering while fishing; Maintaining balance; Paddling fatigue; Wind/current; Carrying equipment; Transport/setup; None; Other (please specify).
If you choose None, please don't choose another difficulty.
5. Thinking about your last three trips, how often did you have to interrupt fishing to paddle or reposition your board? (Choose one)
Never; 1–2 times per trip; 3–5 times per trip; More than 5 times per trip; Can't remember.
6. How do you currently deal with drifting or positioning your SUP? (Select all that apply)
Manual paddling; Anchor; Stake-out pole; Electric motor; Choose sheltered locations; Don't actively reposition; Other (please specify).
7. Have you ever used or considered electric propulsion for your SUP? (Choose one)
Currently use it; Previously used it; Considered it but didn't purchase; Never considered it.
8. How much have you spent on SUP-specific accessories in the past 12 months, excluding your board and fishing tackle? (Choose one; amounts in US dollars, approximate conversion is fine)
$0; Under $100; $100–299; $300–799; $800–1,499; $1,500+; Prefer not to say.
9. What concerns would you have about adding an electric motor or electronic control system to your SUP? (Choose up to 2)
Price; Extra weight; Battery life; Noise; Loss of portability; Installation; Reliability; Water safety; Regulations; No interest in motorization; Other (please specify).
10. Optional follow-up: Would you be open to a 15-minute follow-up interview?
Yes; No. Please only indicate your willingness here — don't post contact details publicly.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
