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Ocean Racing Returns to Santa Cruz Paddlefest
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.

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Weekly Recap 02/03/2026
Weekly Recap 02/03/2026

Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding.

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EuroTour 2026 Explodes Into Action at Boot Düsseldorf
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.

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Weekly Recap 01/27/2026
Weekly Recap 01/27/2026

Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding.

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Weekly Recap 01/20/2026
Weekly Recap 01/20/2026

Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding.

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Weekly Recap 01/13/2026
Weekly Recap 01/13/2026

Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding.

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Is It Worth Getting An iSUP?
Is It Worth Getting An iSUP?

iSUPs are a popular choice for many paddlers, but is it worth getting an inflatable paddle board instead of a composite?

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Weekly Recap 01/06/2026
Weekly Recap 01/06/2026

Welcome to the Supconnect Weekly Recap, our countdown of the Top 5 biggest news, reviews, interviews and features surrounding the world of Stand Up Paddleboarding.

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Ocean Racing Returns to Santa Cruz Paddlefest
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.

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5 Of Our Favorite Paddling Spots In Southern California
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. 

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EuroTour 2026 Explodes Into Action at Boot Düsseldorf
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.

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Surf News

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Sup Surfing - Things To Know
Sup Surfing - Things To Know

We wanted to look into the essentials of what the average SUP surfer needs to know, so we asked none other than SUP surfing extraordinaire Sean Poynter.

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SUP Surfing Champions Crowned at the 2025 Gran Canaria Pro-Am
SUP Surfing Champions Crowned at the 2025 Gran Canaria Pro-Am

From last-second finishes to perfect 10s, the 2025 Gran Canaria Pro-Am crowned new champions and delivered elite SUP surfing.

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APP Crowns SUP Surfing Longboard, Junior & Masters Champions
APP Crowns SUP Surfing Longboard, Junior & Masters Champions

Defending champions, breakout performances, and historic firsts defined the 2025 Gran Canaria Pro-Am—setting the stage for an unmissable weekend of world-class SUP surfing in Las Palmas.

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Industry News

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New Life Jacket Regulations: What Paddleboarders Need to Know
New Life Jacket Regulations: What Paddleboarders Need to Know

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and Transport Canada (TC) have jointly introduced major changes to how life jackets and personal flotation devices (PFDs) are approved and categorized.

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Paddle for Mothers: Compete for Causes Launches Challenge to Aid Homeless Moms
Paddle for Mothers: Compete for Causes Launches Challenge to Aid Homeless Moms

Paddleboarders and fitness enthusiasts unite this May to raise $50,000 for Father Joe's Villages' Saint Margaret of Cortona Harbor Program.

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Niphean Launches Ambassador Search for North American Paddleboard Instructors
Niphean Launches Ambassador Search for North American Paddleboard Instructors

Niphean, a paddleboard brand recognized for its commitment to innovation and quality, is excited to announce the launch of its new Ambassador Program.

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The ICF Postpones Its One-Design SUP Board Ruling
The ICF Postpones Its One-Design SUP Board Ruling

In a significant development for the junior standup paddling community, the ICF has decided to postpone the introduction of the one-design board that was originally set to be required for young athletes later this year.

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