Ultra Long Distance

Bimini, a stunning jewel nestled in the Bahamas, offers an unparalleled adventure for paddlers, captivating them with its unique geographical features such as the famous Bimini Road, and its beautiful island culture. Positioned at the crossroads of the Gulf Stream, this Bimini showcases deep oceanic shelves and crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life, making it […]

TotalSUP is dedicated to showcasing the thrilling world of long-distance endurance stand-up paddling races, particularly the unique and exhilarating Last Paddler Standing competition. This innovative event challenges paddlers’ endurance and mental fortitude, requiring them to paddle a continuous 3 mile loop around Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota Florida until only one participant remains. At the […]

Get ready for an unforgettable paddling adventure at The Paddle Skedaddle on May 10, 2025, in the breathtaking Norfolk Broads, UK. This ultra-long-distance SUP race, organized by seasoned coach and endurance specialist Martin Rendle, offers two thrilling options: the 26.5km Single Skedaddle and the challenging 53km Double Trouble. Perfect for paddlers of all disciplines—SUP, Prone, […]

At 65 years young, Karl Eugster is living proof that the love for stand-up paddling transcends age. Originally from Switzerland, Karl discovered SUP 15 years ago and has since become a dedicated long-distance paddler, competing in iconic events like the SUP11-City Tour and Chattajack31. This year, he took on the SUP11 Islands in Thailand – […]

The 2024 edition of the Last Paddler Standing held at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida is kicking off on Saturday, 30 November! This endurance challenge was the most-watched SUP race of the 2023. Unlike any other paddling race in the world, Last Paddler Standing is a SUP racing competition of stamina and strategy. Racers […]

The SUP world hasn’t even had time to catch its breath after the ICF World Championships, and now it’s gearing up for another epic ride – this time in the most extreme format of our sport – the ultra-endurance. Anticipation is mounting as the countdown begins for the highly anticipated Last Paddler Standing event, the […]

Aneesh Kumar, a passionate 12-year-old environmental advocate from Chennai, has made headlines in India by becoming the first boy to paddle across three Indian states—Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Pondichéry —on a stand-up paddleboard back in May, and receiving a World Book of Records certificate in August. His inspiring journey covering 350 kilometers from Pondicherry […]

The Flying Fish team and others, showcased their exceptional prowess at the 2024 Chattajack Race, a grueling 32-mile SUP, prone, OC-1, OC-2, OC-6, surfski (solo and tandem), and kayak (solo and tandem) challenge that winds through the charming waters of Chattanooga, Tennessee. With their unmatched determination and skill, the team navigated the vibrant river currents […]

What does it take to commit to 30+ hours of nearly non-stop paddling, much of it in complete darkness? There’s something captivating about paddlers who return year after year for the SUP 11-City Tour experience. How many times do they face self-doubt, and how often do they negotiate with themselves to keep going? TotalSUP caught […]

As winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, the paddling world is gearing up for an exciting new challenge from December 3-8, 2024- the SUP11 Islands Tour in Koh Chang, Thailand. Building on the success of the iconic SUP11 City Tour in the Netherlands, this tropical edition offers, in less than two months, a unique opportunity […]

For aspiring SUP riders, completing the SUP 11 City Tour once is a dream – but to have seven crosses (*SUP 11-City Tour medal) with podium wins and then crush the 204 km Non-Stop race in 30 hours is nothing short of a stratospheric achievement.  Tanja Ecker, the 11x National German SUP Champion, Ultra-Endurance Paddler, […]

Industry stories where Founders personally take on the challenge themselves resonate deeply. It’s inspiring to see the leaders who not only stand behind their products but actively push their own limits, embodying the spirit of their brand and passion for the sport. This is exactly the case with Yster SUP, the premium Swedish brand, based […]

Lindsey Tilton, endurance paddler, racer, Coach, and Co-Founder of Aloha Aesthetics based in Florida, has joined the Yster SUP Team. Yster SUP, the premium Swedish brand based in Malmö, has strengthened its impressive roster by confirming another standout name, further solidifying the company’s focus on the endurance paddling and adventure SUP scene. Lindsey Tilton made […]

Yster SUP, the premium Swedish SUP brand based in Malmö, has firmly established itself as the leading name for ultra-endurance and adventure SUP boards, boasting numerous endurance victories and now powering multi-day SUP expeditions in Sweden under the SUPdriven flag. Partnering with SUP 11 City Tour, the legendary 220KM (130 miles) SUP challenge, perfectly aligns […]