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When Maui meets Cali, Synergy happens (pun intended). When two independent SUP innovators –  Black Project and Infinity SUP – come together with a shared vision to redefine performance paddles and develop an exclusive line, the SUP community can expect the highest-quality and purpose-built paddles for every scenario – powered by Black Project R&D, wrapped […]

“One race and one day at a time”, that’s the journey to becoming one of the best in the sport. For Donato Freens, taking a break from social media before the final event might seem like a carefully planned strategy – or simply time to recharge away from the spotlight. Either way, “the grind continues”, […]

We’ve seen firsthand over the years what it takes to fuel the growth of SUP communities by raising the profile of the sport through high-calibre competitions that attract international athletes, while also keeping local talent engaged within the scene.  This year, Chris Freeman, Co-Founder of Black Project, the Maui brand developing high-performance stand-up paddleboard fins […]

After five intense days under the blazing Abu Dhabi sun, the 2025 ICF SUP World Championships came to a close with a mix of sweat, emotion, and history being written on the shimmering waters of Hudayriyat Island. As the event speaker alongside my co-commentator Rob, I had the privilege of living every thrilling moment — […]

At 41, Marco Teodosio divides his time between the waves of Foz do Arelho, Portugal, and the canals of Amersfoort, Netherlands, where he coaches at Lakeside SUP, sharing his knowledge and training the next generation of paddlers. Once a surfer turned ultra endurance SUP racer, Marco swapped crowded breaks for endless waterways—and thanks to the […]

At just 25, Swansea paddler Joey Jones has carved out one of the fastest progressions in the UK SUP racing scene. Training largely on his own, Joey went all-in on the GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series – using it as both a springboard and a learning curve – and through consistency he’s turned that commitment […]

One of the events that have been sparking some serious FOMO* for a while now, both for elite athletes and SUP enthusiasts is Planet Baltic SUP Race. I may be biased – it’s in my homeland, Poland – but with rave reviews and striking photography, Planet Baltic stands out as an experience any SUP fan […]

Tucked away on the rugged Isle of Arran – often called “Scotland in miniature” – you’ll find Glen Sloss, a passionate SUP racer whose training ground is as wild as it is beautiful. From glassy lochs to wind-blown chop in Brodick Bay, Glen embraces the island’s ever-changing conditions, often paddling solo with only seals, dolphins, […]

What started as a paddle over a decade ago, down the River Tyne, quickly turned into a passion and then a mission. For Anna Little, former PE teacher turned pro racer, Coach and Founder of the Big Dippa, stand-up paddleboarding has always been about more than just the sport itself. It’s about family, community and […]

The Fehmarn Belt Crossing marks the first documented attempt to paddle 22 kilometers of open Baltic Sea, cutting across busy shipping routes between Fehmarn (Germany) and Lolland (Denmark) on a stand-up paddleboard. It’s a story of scale and contrast: a lone athlete navigating the same waters as colossal cargo ships, the David vs. Goliath associations […]

The SUP scene is in for some serious stoke as the GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series is revving up with four back-to-back weekend events, bringing high-octane SUP competition to every corner of the UK! From coastlines and historic city docks to purpose-built watersport venues, this action-packed series has it all. Dubbed the GBSUP Summer Slam, […]

Will Keetley, the 20 year old standout racer from Kingsbridge, Devon (UK) repping Black Project and Infinity, has steadily grown in the GBSUP National Race Series spotlight – climbing the ranks, learning the ropes, and now showing a real appetite for high-level competition. Will’s path reflects the growing shift in the SUP world. There seems […]

Can a paddle really improve your SUP foiling and help make your downwind foil dreams a reality? It’s a question that has the foil world buzzing – especially with the arrival of the first paddles designed specifically for foilers. As the sport and market evolve rapidly, so does the gear: brands are now developing foil-specific […]

In stand-up paddleboarding, it’s often the crossover athletes – the ones who blend wave instincts, raw endurance and refined technique – who tend to make the biggest impact. At just 20 years old, Devon’s Annabel Page has become one of the most talked-about names in British SUP racing. A former competitive surfer with podium finishes […]