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SUP World Cup Wraps Up in Crete with Sprint and Technical Racing

Following three days of Paddle Europe SUP Championship racing, international competition continued in Crete with the 2026 SUP World Cup, bringing another two days of high-level Sprint and Technical action to AGIOS NIKOLAOS ON SUP 2026.

Eliott Bry and Mariecarmen Rivera Claim Victory at Weekend de la Glisse 2026

The 2026 EuroTour SUP season delivered another memorable stop in Royan, France, as the Weekend de la Glisse 5-Star event brought elite stand-up paddle racers together for a spectacular day of beach racing, waves and high-level competition.

Agios Nikolaos Delivers Three Days of Action at 2026 Paddle Europe SUP Championships

Three days of racing, 21 European titles and an international field of paddlers came together in Crete for the 2026 Paddle Europe Stand Up Paddling Championships, as Agios Nikolaos hosted Sprint, Technical and Long Distance competition from September 18–20.

Agios Nikolaos Set to Host Major Week of International SUP Racing in Crete

More than 250 athletes from 20+ countries will descend on Agios Nikolaos, Crete, for the 2026 Paddle Europe SUP Championships and SUP World Cup, September 18–23.

Adria SUP Challenge 2026: Where the Alps Meet the Adriatic

Koper was once again at the heart of an action-packed sporting weekend as the fourth edition of the Adria SUP Challenge brought international stand-up paddleboarding to the Adriatic coast on September 5–6, 2026.

Top 10 Sup Race Organizing Mistakes

There are several mistakes that can seriously undermine or completely ruin your stand up paddleboard (SUP) event.

6 Ways To Help Speed Up Recovery While You Are Injured

SUP racing World Champion, Seychelle, is no stranger to injury so we reached out to her to get her tips and advice on how you can help to speed up recovery while you’re injured to get you back on the water as soon as possible.

Sup Fitness: How Many Calories Does Paddle Boarding Burn?

How many calories do you burn while paddleboarding? Find out below.

Summer Nutrition 101: Everything Your Body Needs To Stay On Top

From June to August, we are more likely to lose hydration and energy because of the hot temperatures. Therefore, you need to ensure that you’re preparing for each paddle-board session by eating right.

Cape Cod Bay Challenge Celebrates 19th Year

Annual SUP Challenge Donates 100% of Proceeds to Non-Profit That Provides Housing for Families of Children Being Treated for Cancer at Nearby Boston Hospitals.

Nutritional Tips For Finding Balance On And Off Your Sup

In order to achieve good balance on your board, it is important that you have a good balance of nutrition when you’re off the board. So, check out these three tips that can supplement your strength training and improve your game.

Starboard Announces SUP Dream Team New Additions

The team at Starboard SUP are proud to welcome three new athletes to the Starboard Dream Team, adding even more power to what is already our strongest SUP team line-up to date.

Choosing Healthy, Delicious Snacks For Stand-up Paddleboarding

You should avoid snacks that are particularly carb-heavy or have a high fat content, like potato chips. It is also important to avoid anything with a high sugar content, like a candy bar, as you definitely don’t want that sugar crash a couple of hours later when you’re out on the water.

Sup Tips: Nutrition & Recovery

There's a strong connection between eating and training in order to your minimize recovery rate between sessions and improve overall performance. Here we asked Top Supconnector, Alex Mauer, to break down his nutrition program and give us some tips on how to stay hydrated, nourished and keep progressing.

Beginner Kettlebell Exercises To Improve Your Paddling

Working out with kettlebells can improve your balance, stability, endurance and strength. To start, the two-arm kettlebell swing is one of the first movements you should master.

ICF Opens Bidding Process for 2027 SUP World Championships

The International Canoe Federation (ICF) has officially opened the bidding process for the 2027 ICF Stand Up Paddling (SUP) World Championships, inviting national federations and host cities worldwide to submit proposals to stage one of the sport’s premier international events.

English Riviera set to Host UK’s First ICF SUP World Cup

From 24 - 28 June, elite paddleboarders and watersports fans gear up for the four-day landmark international sporting event taking place along the English Riviera coastline.

5 Tips To Improve Paddle Stroke

In stand up paddle boarding, having a good paddle stroke is crucial to seeing results and improving skill level. Many of stand up paddling's top athletes stress that the paddle stroke is one of the most important, if not the most important, tool to master when paddling.

5 Tips For First Time Sup Racers

When preparing for your very first SUP race it's important to be prepared and know what to expect from your first experience.

Ocean Racing Returns to Santa Cruz Paddlefest

The Santa Cruz Paddlefest is officially bringing back one of its most anticipated elements: the ocean race. As the festival heads into its 35th installment, organizers are restoring a cornerstone of the event’s legacy and expanding the experience for paddlers of all disciplines.

5 Of Our Favorite Paddling Spots In Southern California

If you don’t know, now you know – Southern California offers some of the best paddle boarding spots in the United States. From Coronado to Catalina Island, there are an abundance of amazing places to cruise on your SUP. Lucky for you, we picked out the best five.

EuroTour 2026 Explodes Into Action at Boot Düsseldorf

EuroTour SUP 2026 kicks off at Boot Düsseldorf with elite indoor sprints, back-to-back wins, breakout performances, and rising junior talent.

5 Tips To Help You Have A Successful Sup Race

With the SUP racing season right around the corner we thought it best to supply you with some tips that can help you have a successful race come race day.

Clothing And Its Sup Performance Impact

For some, SUP is a lighthearted frolic in the water, whereas for others, it’s a serious fitness regime; as the LA Times have noted, simply maintaining good posture during SUP is a serious workout.

Spain Repeats as Team Champions at 2025 ISA Worlds

An exciting afternoon of SUP Sprint racing crowned the final champions and decided a tight team race to close the 2025 ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship.

Distance Race Dominance Defines Day 4 at ISA Worlds

Day four of the 2025 ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship (WSUPPC), saw the distance races completed in the stunning setting of Surf City El Salvador.

ISA Crowns Gold for SUP Surf & Technical Racing

A huge day of action at the 2025 ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship (WSUPPC) saw eight World Champions crowned.

2025 ISA World SUP Championship Opens in Surf City El Salvador

169 Athletes from 27 National Teams Gather for Twelfth Edition of the Championship.

Rivera Completes Historic Hat-trick at Unforgettable ICF SUP World Championships

History was made at the 2025 International Canoe Federation Stand Up Paddling World Championships, as Puerto Rico’s Mariecarmen Rivera completed a golden hat-trick of titles.

Seychelle Shines with Bronze — and a Powerful Message for Women — at the ICF World SUP Championships

One of the most powerful stories of the weekend came from bronze medalist Seychelle of the United States — competing just days after announcing that she is over three months pregnant.

EuroTour 2025 Concludes With Final Rankings After Seven-Stop Season

The EuroTour 2025 concludes after seven stops across Europe, crowning Maricarmen Rivera and Shuri Araki as overall champions. Full season recap and final rankings revealed.

Ocean Academy Announces the Inaugural Hennessey’s Green Buoy Battle

Ocean Academy is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Hennessey’s Green Buoy Battle presented by Infinity SUP, a new open-ocean paddling race set for Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Baby Beach, Dana Point Harbor, California.

Royan SUP Festival 2025 Delivers Ocean Thrills and Festival Vibes

oyan, France played host to the Royan SUP Festival 2025, part of the Week-End de la Glisse celebration, where competitors and spectators alike were treated to an unforgettable mix of high-level racing, true ocean conditions, and a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Shuri Araki And Hirata Otono Take Victory In Seoul

The 2025 Seoul SUP Open marked a historic debut for the APP World Tour in Korea’s vibrant capital, delivering high-stakes racing and breakout performances on the Han River.

Marin Hoeboer and Donato Freens Take Top Honors at 15th Annual Namur SUP Race

The 15th edition of the Namur SUP Race delivered another unforgettable day of stand-up paddle racing as Stop #6 of the 2025 EuroTour unfolded under ideal summer conditions.

Breakthrough Wins and Fierce Battles at the 2025 Nordhausen SUP Cup

The 2025 Nordhausen SUP Cup delivered a stellar day of racing on the clear waters of Lake Sundhäuser, marking the fifth edition of this standout event on the EuroTour.

Cape Cod Bay Challenge Returns for its 18th Year

Annual SUP Challenge Donates 100% of Proceeds to Non-Profit That Provides Housing for Families of Children Being Treated for Cancer at Nearby Boston Hospitals

Barcelona World SUP Fest Delivers at EuroTour Stop #4

The excitement was palpable, and the 2025 Barcelona World SUP Fest lived up to its billing as the biggest event of the year on the EuroTour calendar.

Agios Nikolaos Celebrates Landmark 10th Event

The heart of international SUP beat once again in Crete - more specifically, in Agios Nikolaos - which proudly celebrated the 10th anniversary edition of Agios Nikolaos on SUP (May 3–4).

World SUP Festival 2025 Showcases Elite Talent from 28 Nations

The World SUP Festival once again proved why it’s one of the most anticipated stops on the Euro Tour, delivering world-class racing in spectacular ocean conditions. With elite paddlers from 28 countries in attendance, the event highlighted the incredible depth of international talent in stand-up paddleboarding.

Euro Tour Stop #2: Highlights from Sancti Petri

The second stop of the Euro Tour 2025 delivered an unforgettable weekend of stand-up paddle action at the Sancti Petri SUP Race.

Champions Crowned at the 2025 India Paddle Festival

Champions rise at the 2025 India Paddle Festival! Christian Andersen’s stunning sprint victory, Espe Barreras’ dominant performance, and Antonio Morillo’s overall triumph set the stage for an epic SUP season.

Morillo and Barreras Go The Distance In India

Antonio Morillo and Espe Barreras claim victory on Day 1 at the APP India Paddle Festival.

Agios Nikolaos On SUP 2025: A Decade of Excellence & Global SUP Showdown

Agios Nikolaos On SUP 2025 marks its 10th anniversary with an ICF World Ranking Event, top athletes, €9,000 in prizes, and thrilling races in Crete. Don't miss this elite SUP showdown!

How To Set Up Your SUP Race Board

Starboard race board setup for race day: Connor Baxter’s ultimate guide for performance.

India Paddle Festival To Return for 2nd Edition

After a spectacular first year edition in 2024 that saw breakout performances, the India Paddle Festival is back for another exciting event to kick off the racing year.

30th Annual Hanohano Celebrates Record-Breaking Turnout

This year’s Hanohano Ocean Challenge drew an unprecedented 889 registered athletes, the largest short-course field in the event’s history.

SUP Indoor World Cup: Shocking Upsets and Epic Wins

The EuroTour 2025 season kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Indoor World Cup held at boot Düsseldorf in Germany.

Celebrate 30 Years of Paddling Excellence at Hanohano

The Hanohano Outrigger Canoe Club proudly invites paddlers and ocean enthusiasts to join us in celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Hanohano Ocean Challenge on January 27, 2025.

Sarasota Shines on the Global Stage for ICF Championships

The 2024 ICF SUP World Championships in Florida, delivered an electrifying showcase of elite talent, record-breaking performances, and historic milestones.

Buoy Turn Tutorial with Connor Baxter

Join Connor Baxter, one of the best standup paddlers in the world, as he shares his expert tips for mastering buoy turns on a SUP!

5th Annual Dana Point Harbor Hoot Returns

The 5th Annual Infinity SUP Dana Point Harbor Hoot, presented by Webb’s Grainworks and official food sponsor Board & Brew, returns on Saturday, October 12, 2024.

Duna Gordillo & Shuri Araki Win APP Busan Open

Despite adverse weather predictions, it ended up being a beautiful weekend in Busan that saw spectacular racing from all divisions and stand out performances by the eventual victors.

New SUP World Champions Crowned in Denmark

Spain won its first-ever ISA Team Gold Medal on an exciting final day of the 2024 ISA World SUP and Paddleboard Championship (WSUPPC). A full day of SUP Sprint Races on the steps of Copenhagen’s iconic Royal Library saw Alba Frey (ESP) and David Leão (BRA) crowned as brand new World Champions.

Sancti Petri 2024: Spectacular Action Unfolds in Spain

Spectacular action took center stage today at stop #3 of Euro Tour 2024 hosted by Sancti Petri SUP Race in Spain. With sunny skies, beautiful waves, and gentle breezes, the stage was set for an unforgettable event at Atenas Playa Beach Club in the stunning La Barrosa.

Mondello Water Festival 2024

It was a beautiful day with sunny skies and plenty of wind in Mondello, Italy for the Water Festival. The event had some surprises in store with plenty of stories and upsets along the way.

Paddle at the Park Returns for 12th Annual Race

The 12th Annual Paddle at the Park Sponsored by HCA Florida Healthcare will take place in the Gulf of Mexico behind The Boardwalk on Okaloosa Island on Saturday, May 11, 2024. This standup paddleboard race features 1- and 3-mile recreational races, a 6-mile elite race, and a kids' fun out-and-back paddle.

Thailand Introduces 2024 Race Series

Inspired by recent ICF SUP World Championships, Thailand introduces 2024 race series.

Latvia to Host First-Ever SUP Marathon

In a groundbreaking initiative, Latvia is set to host its first-ever SUP rowing marathon on May 4, marking a significant milestone in the region's sporting landscape.

Fernando Perez Serra and Esperanza Barreras Win Inaugural APP Event in India

After such a great first day of action in Mangalore for the India Paddle Festival, expectations were high for a dramatic close to the event with the APP's signature sprint racing discipline set to take place in ideal surf racing conditions. We were not to be disappointed.

APP Tour Sanctioning The India Paddle Festival

NEW ICF WORLD CHAMPIONS CROWNED IN THAILAND

Inaugural USA SUP National Championships Delivers Action-Packed Weekend

GIGANTIC SURF DECIDES 2023 PAN AMERICAN GAMES GOLD MEDALISTS

DANA POINT HARBOR HOOT RETURNS WITH LOCAL SUPPORT

DUHAIME & PEREZ SCORE OVERALL VICTORY AT BUSAN SUP OPEN

FRANCE EARNS THIRD TEAM WORLD TITLE AT 2023 ISA'S

SHURI ARAKI SETS NEW RECORDS AT 2023 ISA CHAMPIONSHIPS

DEFENDING TECHNICAL RACE GOLD MEDALISTS WIN AGAIN AT 2023 ISAS

SUP TECHNICAL RACING FINALISTS DECIDED AT 2023 ISA’S

JOYFUL CEREMONY OFFICIALLY OPENS THE 2023 ISA SUP CHAMPIONSHIP

10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE 2023 ISA WORLD SUP CHAMPIONSHIP

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 2023 BUSAN SUP OPEN

STARBOARD INTRODUCES THE NEW GEN-R: A REVOLUTIONARY ADVANCEMENT IN SURF RACING & PADDLING

FIONA WYLDE & CONNOR BAXTER WIN 2023 GORGE CHALLENGE

AGIOS NIKOLAOS ON SUP 2023 SEES GLOBAL PARTICIPATION

CONTENDERS AT THE VIANA SUP OPEN

NORDHAUSEN SUP RACE SEES INTENSE BATTLES

EUROTOUR 2023 MID-SEASON RANKINGS

FRANCE AND DENMARK CONFIRMED AS HOSTS FOR 2023 AND 2024 ISA WORLD SUP CHAMPIONSHIPS

CAPE COD BAY CHALLENGE SUP EVENT RETURNS FOR ITS 16TH YEAR TO BENEFIT CHRISTOPHER’S HAVEN

APP INTRODUCES VIANA SUP OPEN TO 2023 SCHEDULE

THE APP CROWNS ASIAN CHAMPIONS IN SEOUL

BAXTER & WYLDE WIN ALICANTE SUP OPEN

STARBOARD ANNOUNCES RACE GEAR RENTAL PROGRAM

Paddle Boarding Annapolis, Maryland

Annapolis, the state capital of Maryland, and commonly known as “America’s sailing capital, has been taken by storm by paddle sports!” Situated on the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn river, Annapolis offers a wide variety of paddling conditions. Protected creeks, wide open rivers, and the iconic Chesapeake Bay are paddled daily by paddle enthusiasts ranging from novice paddlers to professional SUP racers.

6 Amazing Places To Paddle Board In Japan

Although small in size, Japan is one place that has no shortage of places to stand up paddle board (SUP). As a nation completely surrounded by water there are endless opportunities to grab your SUP and find the perfect place to get on the water.

How Can Sound Sleep Prevent Injury And Boost Your Sup Performance?

Stand Up Paddle (SUP) is considered such a safe sport that it is commonly recommended for children adults alike. However, if you want to reduce your risk of injury while you are out at sea, or if you take part in competitive events, ensure that sleep is an important priority in your daily life.

10 Intermediate Tips For Organizing Great Sup Races

Here are a few extra steps that can help take your event to a whole new level. It’s important to note, however, that these extra steps can have a major impact on the overall success of your event, ranging from funding and attendance to promotion and beyond.

9 Ways To Have Fun On Group Sups

Stand up paddle boarding is on the upward trend in participation and with that comes more opportunities for even more fun. In the past couple of years we’ve seen the rise in popularity for group SUPs, as in a paddle board that can hold a group of paddlers at one time.

How Sup Yoga Makes You A Better Racer

A huge part of paddle boarding is all about balance. When you’re paddleboarding, you’re standing on board balanced in the water. Even the slightest movement of the water beneath your feet could cause you to fall off balance and into the water.

7 Hot Spots On West Coast, USA

It’s safe to say that a major part of the stand up paddle (SUP) industry lies on West Coast of the United States. The West Coast of the U.S. is lit with a vast amount of places to paddle, not to mention that they are drop-dead gorgeous locations to match. Here, we’ve decided to list seven hot spots along the west coast that are worth a visit.

5 Tips To Improve Your Sup Race Performance

Here are the top 5 tips on how you can improve your performance during a SUP race.

10 Basic Tips For Organizing Sup Races

Here we present the overall framework. But even more importantly is to have highly knowledgeable and competent individuals with complementary skill sets who can all contribute to a highly successful event.

10 Nutrition Tips For Peak Sup Performance

Nothing puts more of a damper on your downwinder than quick crash of energy and stamina. And even the most proficient of paddlers, and strategic of strokes will lose steam if the fuel coming in is lacking the proper nutrients.

Paddle Boarding Island Molat In Croatia

What happens when you take centuries of Croatian, Italian and Venitian culture, sparkle a bit of Ottoman influence (Turkish); spread it out on dozens of carbonate islands; simmer it on warm Adriatic climate with crystal clear turquoise sea; lock it away during the Cold War period (until today) and then go paddling there? A paddling ground that is about nature as much as it is about culture and history.

Paddle Boarding Oregon, U.S.A

Located in the heart of the beautiful Pacific Northwest, Oregon boasts a large collection of bodies of water and a myriad of environmental conditions to accompany them. Sun, wind, rain (so much rain!), Oregon’s topography manages to pull them all together some days, and sometimes all at the same time! What this means to a paddler is that flexibility in destinations, and knowing where the hidden gems are located, can make the difference between a picturesque day paddle and a grueling seven mile upwind grind back to your vehicle.

Top 5 Sup Destinations In USA

After about 5 years on the road with my trusty sidekick Shredder, we have explored countless coastlines, rivers, and lakes from coast to coast. After seeing so much diversity and opportunity to paddle in the US, it’s hard to narrow down the best to a select few, but here are a few that keep me coming back year after year

The Benefit Of Training Indoors

SUP and outdoor enthusiasts have a hard time staring at walls and going nowhere. We are outdoorsy people. We heed the call of the wild. We embrace fresh air with gusto, and seize the early morning glassy waters of sunrise. We don’t belong indoors. We can’t even sit behind desks without staring at a screensaver of some sort of outdoor scenery. Yet, sadly, even in the sunny summer months, we can’t always get out on the water.

How To Train For When Sup Racing Returns

As our world starts to come back together safely, the next question is when is SUP Racing coming back? For avid paddlers the training never stopped. But if you have been off the water and spent more time on the couch during the pandemic, you might need a training regimen that will get you back into paddle racing shape.

Places To Visit In 2021

2020 sure put a damper on our travel plans and has given us a major itch to travel. Hopefully travel restrictions ease up soon and we can get the much needed vacation in. If you're lucky enough to get one in this year we’ve compiled a few places where you’re bound to have a blast at with beautiful scenery surrounding you.

Top 10 Advanced Tips For Organizing Elite Sup Races

All these events had something in common: a wealthy benefactor that got tired of writing checks to pay for the event. So, make sure your budget pencils out. With all of that said, here are ingredients that go into the recipe of an elite stand up paddle event.

Best Non-Inflatable Standup Paddle Boards 2020

Places To Visit In 2020

Planning on getting in a few trips in 2020? Well, lucky for you there are countless locations and destinations that are a stand up paddler’s dream.

How To Fuel Your Paddling Addiction When Injured

Being injured is a drag. It is something that we all go through at one time or another, professional athletes and weekend warriors alike.

TOP MUST DO SUP DOWNWINDERS

How To Perform A Buoy Turn On A Sup

Buoy turns are an important skill for any paddler and once perfected the knowledge will give you the confidence to paddle in a wider range of conditions from navigating boat traffic in marinas, positioning yourself in the surf line up, as well as gaining an edge on the competition in your next race.

5 Essentials All Sup Racers Need Daily

Shelby Rose Taylor, the rising SUP race and surf star from Kentucky, is currently in Cocoa Beach for the summer, where she'll be training and competing, getting ready for a busy travel season through the fall.