What do you get when an aesthete meets a plastic paddle boat? A transformation of the world of water toys into luxury design. Beau Lake paddleboards are proof that beauty can be waterproof.
Paul Lavoie, a Canadian entrepreneur with a keen sense of beauty, had an epiphany one quiet morning by the lake. While sipping coffee and listening to geese gliding across the water, a paddleboat that looked like leftovers from a recycling bin passed by. “Tupperware on the water,” he exclaimed. Beau Lake Paddleboards were born.
That moment sent a ripple – not just across the lake, but in Paul’s mind, who then founded the brand Beau LakeThe name means "beautiful lake", but in reality it means much more: aesthetics, tradition and uncompromising beauty in a world full of ugly plastic.
Beau Lake: Sup is no longer a prop, but a statement
Beau Lake paddleboards aren't made for sports camps or school trips. They're made for yachts, prestigious marinas, and Instagrams, where every detail counts. And there's no shortage of details here.
The most prestigious model, The Rapid, costs $5,100 (around €4,800), measures 14 feet (4.3 m) and is made of carbon fiber with exotic makassar wood veneer. Faster, lighter and much more elegant than your average plastic counterpart. Each specimen is hand-assembled for a week – because beauty takes time.
For traditionalists, there is The Muskoka (3,900 $, or approx. €3,670), made of maple and light evergreen, with the soul of Canadian nature. Fashion enthusiasts will fall for Vilebrequin (1,400 $, or €1,315), an inflatable model decorated with the pattern of the fashion house of the same name. For lovers of the Rhode Island coast, here is an elegant The Newport (1,150 $, or around €1,080).
It's not all about looks – technology counts too
Beau Lake Paddleboards are not just a visual treat. Beneath the veneer lies technological sophistication: EVA foam for stability and comfort, carbon fiber for strength and lightness. The paddles are available in two versions – wooden (because they fit) and carbon (because they weigh less and adapt to your paddling style).
And then there's the vision of the future: The Last Paddleboard project. The goal? To create a 100 % eco-friendly paddleboard, without compromising on design. Paul Lavoie works with a team of innovators and designers who want to combine sustainability and aesthetics in perfect harmony.
Final Thought: The Luxury You'll Feel with Every Paddle of Beau Lake
Yes, these boards aren't cheap. But neither are luxury cars, high-end watches, and designer chairs. It's a philosophy of life where nothing is left to chance—not even the board you ride around the bay on.
Beau Lake paddleboards are the answer to the question you may not have asked yourself: “Can a SUP look like a work of art?” The answer is clear – yes, it can. And once you step on one, you’ll understand the difference.
This summer, don't be recognized by your yacht, but by your SUP.
