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Welcome to TotalSUP, where we stand up paddle and have FUN! If you are new to Stand Up Paddling, we’ll have you know that we like to use its acronym and call it SUP! This section is dedicated to the leisure paddlers. Here you will find 100s of articles on our favorite activity: stand up paddle gear reviews, tutorials, paddlers’ stories, SUP trips, videos & more. Welcome to TotalSUP, have fun!

Starboard introduces the ROAMER: Developed with adventurer Bruce Kirkby for wilderness SUP touring & expeditions

3 Jun 2026

Starboard introduces the ROAMER: Developed with adventurer Bruce Kirkby for wilderness SUP touring & expeditions

Starboard‘s latest announcement has certainly caught the attention of the SUP community, as it goes far beyond a typical board launch. The project represents years of focused R&D, developed in collaboration with adventurer Bruce Kirkby. His vision was to bring wilderness SUP touring to a broader audience by creating a serious, all-round expedition platform – […]

Triple X and the path to SUP freedom: BassSUP x Yehor Tarasko launch the Freestyle Basic paddleboard

28 May 2026

Triple X and the path to SUP freedom: BassSUP x Yehor Tarasko launch the Freestyle Basic paddleboard

As Basssup approaches its 10-year anniversary, the premium inflatable SUP brand founded by Jędrzej Klafkowski and Małgosia Majda continues to expand both its presence and vision within the international SUP scene. Travelling across the European SUP League (ESL) circuit alongside its athlete team, the brand is building toward a major milestone this season with the ODRA […]

ICF SUP World Cup & SUPER Festival 2026: Big racing, coastal vibes and full SUP immersion – Interview with Brendon Prince

15 May 2026

ICF SUP World Cup & SUPER Festival 2026: Big racing, coastal vibes and full SUP immersion – Interview with Brendon Prince

In 2023, Brendon Prince, extreme adventurer, water safety & ‘blue mind’ crusader, World Record holder (8 WR to date!), set out to establish an international SUP event in the UK, driven by a simple premise: that young athletes needed a pathway, and the sport needed ambition on home waters. What followed was a rapid and […]

Discover a new side of the capital by SUP with Anu Aladin’s debut book, Paddle London

8 May 2026

Discover a new side of the capital by SUP with Anu Aladin’s debut book, Paddle London

While many paddlers know London through headline racing events such as the APP World Tour (previously held in Canary Wharf) or the historic Battle of the Thames, large parts of the city have long felt out of reach – shaped by complex waterways regulations and the challenges of the tidal Thames. That is beginning to […]

Inflatable SUPs hit 9+ km/h average speed: Light Board Corp introduces the all-new Woven X Platin ISUP race board series

5 May 2026

Inflatable SUPs hit 9+ km/h average speed: Light Board Corp introduces the all-new Woven X Platin ISUP race board series

Stats – especially when it comes to speed – have a way of firing up the SUP community. And Light Board Corp is right at the centre of that conversation. The makers behind the PARADOXA race board, organisers of the SUP Alps Trophy series, and one of the calendar’s most talked-about events, the Lake Rocks […]

The Polar Bear Chronicles #1: Mexico – Introducing Christian Andersen’s SUP travel series

22 Apr 2026

The Polar Bear Chronicles #1: Mexico – Introducing Christian Andersen’s SUP travel series

As the SUP racing season draws to a close – or just before it begins – curiosity builds around the athletes followed so closely: where they go, how they train, and what fills the space between competitions. The Polar Bear Chronicles lifts the lid, offering a glimpse into that world beyond the start line. TotalSUP […]

From Panama to Biscayne Bay: Aymeé Vasquez on Miami SUP culture, Infinity quiver & that “Lambo” board

25 Feb 2026

From Panama to Biscayne Bay: Aymeé Vasquez on Miami SUP culture, Infinity quiver & that “Lambo” board

Miami is one of the most dynamic stand-up paddleboarding destinations in the United States, offering an unbeatable mix of tropical scenery, urban skyline views and year-round warm water. Biscayne Bay sits at the heart of the scene, with calm, protected waters that are perfect for beginners and ideal for sunrise and sunset paddles framed by […]

Indiana 2026 Lookbook drops: Explore the latest SUP, foil & surf gear

16 Jan 2026

Indiana 2026 Lookbook drops: Explore the latest SUP, foil & surf gear

Swiss-based Indiana Paddle & Surf Co. – long recognised for its premium SUP, surf, and foil equipment – has unveiled a comprehensive new lookbook for 2026 covering gear across all disciplines. The collection brings together the latest additions to Indiana’s SUP, foil, and surf range – including Heavy Duty paddleboards designed for schools and rentals, […]

Susanne Lier’s 2026 global SUP camp line-up: Committed to developing complete paddlers with cross-discipline ocean training

22 Dec 2025

Susanne Lier’s 2026 global SUP camp line-up: Committed to developing complete paddlers with cross-discipline ocean training

There are SUP conversations that stick with you – those that intuitively reveal the direction the sport is headed. Catching up with Susanne Lier, 4x World SUP Champion, elite athlete, Coach, and SUNOVA Team Rider, has always offered nothing short of philosophical depth and insider insight into our sport – and the timing couldn’t be […]

Paddler Logger Places ft Nicola Volani, Lake Garda, Italy

18 Dec 2025

Paddler Logger Places ft Nicola Volani, Lake Garda, Italy

Paddling across Italy’s diverse waterways requires preparation, awareness, and a deep connection with the environment. From the alpine beauty of Lake Garda to open-ocean sessions abroad, Nicola Volani relies on Paddle Logger to stay safe, track performance, and plan each adventure with confidence. In this interview, they share how the app has become an essential […]

Yster SUP expands into France via strategic partnership

16 Dec 2025

Yster SUP expands into France via strategic partnership

With hard-board demo opportunities still limited, Yster SUP’s recent move into the French comes as very welcome news for paddlers. Yster SUP, a Swedish brand based in Malmö, is known for its focus on design and performance, and a proven track record in some of the toughest ultra-endurance races, including the legendary Yukon 1000, Last […]

Born in the Mountains: How Bow Valley SUP and Red Equipment are Empowering the Paddling Community in Alberta

12 Dec 2025

Born in the Mountains: How Bow Valley SUP and Red Equipment are Empowering the Paddling Community in Alberta

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Bow Valley SUP has become a cornerstone of Alberta’s growing paddle boarding community. What began in 2013 out of the back of a VW Jetta has evolved into a thriving adventure company offering lessons, rentals, and guided tours across Canmore, Banff, and the Bow River. Driven by […]

Karate Champ turns SUP Challenger: Théo Czapla’s Lake Geneva Crossing with Indiana

8 Dec 2025

Karate Champ turns SUP Challenger: Théo Czapla’s Lake Geneva Crossing with Indiana

When Swiss-based brand Indiana Paddle & Surf Co. – renowned for premium boards, foils, and SUP equipment – backs a watersports first, you know it means business. The brand supports an impressive roster of record-breaking athletes and bold adventurers, from alpine lake climbs and marathon pump-foiling feats – like Jérôme Baudoux and Nicolas Iten’s pump-foiling records […]

Nouveau centre de test et revendeur exclusif Yster SUP en France: Interview avec Jérôme Parent

1 Dec 2025

Nouveau centre de test et revendeur exclusif Yster SUP en France: Interview avec Jérôme Parent

Avec un nombre limité de centres de test proposant des démonstrations de planches rigides, le lancement prochain mettant en avant le matériel Yster SUP est une bonne nouvelle. Yster SUP, marque suédoise basée à Malmö, est reconnue pour son accent sur le design et la performance, ainsi que pour son expérience éprouvée dans certaines des […]