Honu: a little closer to the water

Honu traces its beginnings to Bondi Beach in 2001, with a new chapter under new ownership from 2019. Its story is closely connected to the ocean and the people drawn to it, a natural fit for the way we think about the wider YouSail community.

The brand describes a design approach informed by industrial engineering and a love of the outdoors. That pairing is part of its appeal: the technical decisions have a purpose, and that purpose is to make the experience of getting onto the water more enjoyable.

Honu focuses on weight, rigidity and board profile in its inflatable designs. Those are useful qualities to explore when choosing a board that will be carried, packed, launched and paddled, rather than simply admired in a photograph.

Its understated graphics and coastal colours give the collection a clear identity, while the range of boards, paddles and accessories lets you look at the whole setup. We like that invitation to consider how the pieces work together, from leaving the boat to returning with a new favourite view.

Sailing gets you to beautiful places. A paddleboard offers another way to enjoy being there: a closer look at the shoreline, a gentle change of pace, or a little time to yourself while the yacht rests at anchor. It adds a different kind of freedom to the day.

Honu brings that side of water life into our supporter family. Browse the boards, explore their individual designs and picture the small adventures that could become part of your next trip. Sometimes the best discovery is waiting just beyond the swim platform.