The APP is proud to officially launch its 2019 Global Qualification System to provide a structured pathway to 2020 qualification to the APP World Tour.

Attending a standup paddle boarding event is one of the best ways to enjoy the sport. It’s the perfect place to be introduced to the sport as a spectator, it’s a great place to learn and try new products, and it’s also a great way to connect with those who enjoy the sport just as much as you do. If you’re looking for an event to attend this month check out our list of SUP events in April below.

In a very unfortunate announcement today, SUP Magazine is announcing it will not hold the 2019 Pacific Paddle Games (PPG). Despite its decision to no longer produce the event, SUP Magazine is working with its sanctioning partner, the Association of Paddlesurf Professionals (APP), and California State Parks to explore options to bring PPG back in 2020.

Body Glove, producer of swim, active and watersports gear for 66 years, names rygr, an integrated marketing agency for the active lifestyle, its public relations agency of record. Body Glove aims to expand its devout fanbase and looks to rygr to lead the brand’s public relations efforts in the United States.

South End Surf Shop proudly announces the Salt Life Carolina Pro-Am to be held on April 20-21, 2019 at Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. The fifth annual SUP Surf event brings together the top amateurs and the world’s best sup surfers to North Carolina. This contest will serve as an APP World Tour Qualifying event promoted by the World Paddle Association (WPA).

Blackfish Paddles Ltd. is pleased to announce the signing of Mr. Lincoln Dews, the number one male SUP paddler in the world, to a three year sponsorship deal.

Attending a standup paddle boarding event is one of the best ways to enjoy the sport. It’s the perfect place to be introduced to the sport as a spectator, it’s a great place to learn and try new products, and it’s also a great way to connect with those who enjoy the sport just as much as you do. If you’re looking for an event to attend this month check out our list of SUP events in March below.

SIC Maui, the stand up paddling industry’s premiere manufacturer of high quality, race proven stand up paddleboards and accessories, has announced its title sponsorship of the 2019 Gorge Paddle Challenge. Now in its 9th year, the Gorge Paddle Challenge has become one of the most prestigious SUP events in the world and is recognized as a WPA-sanctioned race.

Paddlesports Retailer, the official national trade show of the paddlesports industry, has opened registration for the 2019 show, welcoming exhibitors, retailers, working media, independent reps and non-profits. The show will take place from August 26 through August 29, 2019 at Oklahoma City’s Riversport Rapids and Cox Convention Center.

To kick off the new year Supconnect is excited to announce the launch of their seasonal giveaway series. Supconnect has partnered up with some of the best SUP and outdoor brands to bring you the ultimate adventure giveaway!

The Association of Paddlesurf Professionals (APP) and the World Paddle Association (WPA) announce their newly formed partnership to unify the sport of stand-up paddling. APP and the WPA bring a combined 19 years of event management in the sport along with decades of water sports experience and knowledge to combine efforts for the best growth of the sport.

Apsu, a premium supplement company that supports the specific needs of athletes and active people, announced that it has become the title sponsor of the Apsu 12 Towers Ocean Paddle Festival 2019 in Queensland, Australia.