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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Thailand Introduces 2024 Race Series
Inspired by recent ICF SUP World Championships, Thailand introduces 2024 race series.
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.
NEW ICF WORLD CHAMPIONS CROWNED IN THAILAND
Inaugural USA SUP National Championships Delivers Action-Packed Weekend
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
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
APP INTRODUCES VIANA SUP OPEN TO 2023 SCHEDULE
THE APP CROWNS ASIAN CHAMPIONS IN SEOUL
BAXTER & WYLDE WIN ALICANTE SUP OPEN
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.