Anna Nadolna

“How to get the best of it all? One must conquer, achieve, get to the top; one must know the end to be convinced that one can win the end – to know there’s no dream that mustn’t be dared. . .” – George Mallory once argued and his words still resonate strongly when referred […]

“The DNA of Blackfish is around its tactile feel”*. TotalSUP had a rare opportunity to catch up with David Smart, endurance athlete, entrepreneur and the Founder of Blackfish Paddles, the high-performance paddle brand which philosophy is being driven by purpose, passion for the sport and people who contribute to it. Buckle up for a story that […]

“After 82 hours, of lugging 30kg packs down the river, in which we felt completely exposed and out of our depth at times it was a pretty special moment to make it to the finish safely, especially after so many setbacks.”  Blackfish Paddles  and SIC Maui Team Rider and two-time World SUP Race Champion Lincoln […]

It’s been quite a ride for the entire SUP industry since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.  SUP brands had to start rethinking and adapting  their business models and explore new, creative and innovative solutions to navigate these challenging times. Seems like some things have remained unchanged – brands’ commitment to quality and sustainability that drives […]

When things get brutal, physically, mentally and emotionally, “STAY IN THE GAME” mantra keeps Jordan Wylie, a former British soldier, activist, extreme adventurer and a bestselling author, pushing harder and digging deeper as he progresses further North on his 2,000-mile SUP journey. Jordan has already pushed past 100 days since he set off and embarked […]

Blackfish Paddles Team Riders Adam and Evan Gebrecht have been scoring podiums in SUP races across the West Coast, British Columbia for a while now but stand-up paddling is far more than just competing for these talented, elite SUP athletes. Deeply rooted in one of the most stunning locations for watersports and outdoors activities, and […]

Winners of the 2020 SUP Connect Gear of the Year award for best technology, Red Paddle Co has released its latest collection of inflatable stand-up paddle boards. The 2021 range is packed full of enhanced features and ergonomic designs that offer a more streamlined paddling experience. ‘‘Every year, we carry out research asking our paddling […]

With a stunning coastline and a home to the UK’s most iconic SUP race, Head of the Dart, South Devon is the perfect backdrop for the SUP-powered adventures. Turquoise waters, scenic sheltered bays and dramatic landscapes of heather covered moors amount to an area of exceptional beauty inspiring, now even stronger than ever, wanderlust. TotalSUP […]

“Impossible…is not a word in my vocabulary” says Jordan Wylie, as he embarks on an epic challenge – The Great British Paddle 2020 – a full circumnavigation of Great Britain and a World Record attempt on a stand-up paddleboard in aid of Frontline Children. TotalSUP caught up with Jordan, a former British soldier, activist, extreme […]

With the recent mainstream media coverage, stand-up paddleboarding has been dubbed the post-lockdown sport of the Summer. Offering a sought-after form of escapism, SUP is attracting a new wave of users and water enthusiasts which brings both opportunities for the sport and challenges. “It is now up to the experienced paddlers to get out there […]

Dedicated to designing high performance SUP paddles and driving the sport of stand-up paddleboarding , Blackfish Paddles are supporting a new initiative launched by Water Skills Academy (WSA), global leaders providing watersport training and professional coach and guide certifications, in SUP, Surf, Lifeguarding and Packrafting. “Blackfish is proud to help support the WSA Youth Team. […]

September 5th will mark the 11th edition of Dordogne Intégrale, one of the most extreme open SUP races in the world. Ahead of this iconic event, TotalSUP caught up with three extremely experienced endurance paddlers competing worldwide in ultra-distance paddle competitions,  Shara Dubeau, Christian Moutsakos and Miguel Martorell, as they embark on the 130 km challenge […]