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From flat river racing to class 4 whitewater river descending, here are all our stories, tutorials, gear reviews and event summaries related to stand up paddling in a river environment.

The Ardèche Gorges Marathon Turns 40: A Milestone for France’s Iconic River Race

31 Oct 2024

The Ardèche Gorges Marathon Turns 40: A Milestone for France’s Iconic River Race

This year, the “Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche” celebrates its 40th anniversary, a milestone for this legendary event organized by the Vallon Plein Air club. Each year, between 1,200 and 2,000 participants, including more than 100 Stand Up Paddlers, embark on this 28 km descent through the heart of the gorges, one of the […]

Le Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche Fête 40 Ans de Passion et d’Aventures

26 Oct 2024

Le Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche Fête 40 Ans de Passion et d’Aventures

Cette annĂ©e, le Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche fĂŞte son 40e anniversaire, une Ă©dition exceptionnelle pour ce rendez-vous lĂ©gendaire organisĂ© par le club Vallon Plein Air. Chaque annĂ©e, entre 1200 et 2000 participants, dont une centaine de passionnĂ©s de Stand Up Paddle, se lancent dans cette descente de 28 km au cĹ“ur des gorges, […]

Racing the River: The 2024 Odra SUP Race Experience

27 Jun 2024

Racing the River: The 2024 Odra SUP Race Experience

Set against the scenic backdrop of RacibĂłrz, Poland, the 2024 Odra SUP Race drew competitors from across Europe for its fifth edition between 21-23 June, offering a unique blend of competitive spirit and community engagement. Organized by the RTW club, this event showcased a variety of SUP categories suitable for juniors through to masters. Offering […]

River Race in Poland: Insights from Three Odra SUP Ahtletes

23 May 2024

River Race in Poland: Insights from Three Odra SUP Ahtletes

The Odra SUP Race, nestled against the historic and scenic backdrop of RacibĂłrz, Poland, transcends being merely a sporting event, evolving into a vibrant celebration of paddleboarding culture and community spirit. Set by the majestic Piast Castle, this event has grown into a cherished tradition for both local enthusiasts and international competitors. This year’s race, […]

Indiana’s White Water Maverick: Sam Garthwaite conquers the Falls of Bruar on a stand-up paddleboard

15 May 2024

Indiana’s White Water Maverick: Sam Garthwaite conquers the Falls of Bruar on a stand-up paddleboard

Since our first chat in 2023, Sam Garthwaite, Indiana Paddle & Surf  Team Rider, white water pro and SUP Coach based in Scotland, has been an unstoppable force in the realm of extreme SUP, continuously pushing the boundaries and defying the nearly impossible in our sport. He kicked off this year with an unprecedented endeavour – […]

Tarn Water Race 2024 : le point sur le matos et les différentes courses avec Nicolas Fayol

3 May 2024

Tarn Water Race 2024 : le point sur le matos et les différentes courses avec Nicolas Fayol

La TaWaRa, Tarn Water Race, vous attend ! Les 8 et 9 juin prochain, l’une des plus belles courses du monde s’Ă©lancera de Saint-ChĂ©ly-du-Tarn pour arriver, 80km plus tard, Ă  Saint-Rome-de-Tarn, en passant entre temps par les incroyables Gorges du Tarn, mais aussi sous le Viaduc de Millau. Mais ce n’est pas tout ! En […]

The Odra SUP CUP and Festival in Poland – a tough river SUP competition, dragon SUP and dragon boat race from juniors to grandmasters

19 Feb 2024

The Odra SUP CUP and Festival in Poland – a tough river SUP competition, dragon SUP and dragon boat race from juniors to grandmasters

Join us this year for the exhilarating Odra SUP CUP, set against the picturesque backdrop of RacibĂłrz, Poland. Scheduled to make a splash on June 21-23, this event promises paddleboarding enthusiasts a blend of competitive spirit and festive fun – also for juniors and 40+ / 50+ masters. Organized by the esteemed RTW club, under […]

Navigating your SUP on the Tiber Tour: A Paddling Odyssey in the Heart of Italy

31 Jan 2024

Navigating your SUP on the Tiber Tour: A Paddling Odyssey in the Heart of Italy

Embark on an extraordinary adventure with the Tiber Tour, an exhilarating 7-day expedition down the Tiber River, culminating in the historic city of Rome and celebrating this year its 45th edition! Beyond being a mere paddling excursion, the Tiber Tour is a jubilant ode to community, culture, and the stunning Italian outdoors from April 25 […]

Recapturing the Marathon de l’Ardèche Magic with Paolo Marconi

20 Oct 2023

Recapturing the Marathon de l’Ardèche Magic with Paolo Marconi

Picture this: a winding river, hidden in the heart of the enchanting Ardèche region of Southern France, with its mesmerizing landscapes, dramatic twists, and thrilling whitewater sections. This is the stage for the Marathon de l’Ardèche, an exceptional multi-craft event that has captured the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide. In our exclusive interview, Paolo Marconi, a […]

SUP Rome 2023: Q&A with John McFadzean

21 Mar 2023

SUP Rome 2023: Q&A with John McFadzean

If you’re after a beautiful weekend get away on your Stand Up Paddleboard then the SUP Rome event could just be your ticket to an action packed weekend of river tourism. This annual event taking place this year on the 30th April and the 1 May is full of the most spectacular sights Rome has […]

Whitewater Stand Up Paddling in Scotland with Sam Garthwaite

7 Feb 2023

Whitewater Stand Up Paddling in Scotland with Sam Garthwaite

There’s nothing more compelling than to see our sport evolving with fresh riders coming to the scene, totally killing it, sparking true excitement and bringing ‘that cool’ back to SUP. It’s even better when the stoke of “pushing the sport while it’s still in its infancy” comes from a rider with this level of skills […]

White Water Circus 2022 : du fun, du cross, des rapides et des planches Fanatic !

30 Oct 2022

White Water Circus 2022 : du fun, du cross, des rapides et des planches Fanatic !

Le 15 octobre dernier avait lieu l’Ă©dition 2022 du White Water Circus, sur le parc Aquasports de Pau. OrganisĂ© par le Pau PyrĂ©nĂ©es Stand-Up Paddle Club et le Parc Aquasports, l’Ă©lite française des disciplines X de l’eau vive a enflammĂ© le bassin d’eaux vives en kayak freestyle, kayak cross, SUP river et wakeboard. Une centaine […]

Marathon de l’Ardèche 2022 : tout savoir sur le SUP en rivière avec Christophe Da Dalt !

27 Oct 2022

Marathon de l’Ardèche 2022 : tout savoir sur le SUP en rivière avec Christophe Da Dalt !

Le samedi 12 novembre, ne ratez pas le lĂ©gendaire Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche ! Avec sa dĂ©clinaison Ard’River Paddle dĂ©diĂ©e au Stand-Up Paddle, ce sont 27km de descente des Gorges de l’Ardèche qui vous attendent, entourĂ©s des meilleurs de la discipline mais aussi de paddleurs amateurs d’eau vive. Du dĂ©part sous le Pont d’Arc […]

Marathon de l’Ardèche 2022 : Fanny Tessier nous raconte pourquoi elle sera de nouveau de la partie !

21 Oct 2022

Marathon de l’Ardèche 2022 : Fanny Tessier nous raconte pourquoi elle sera de nouveau de la partie !

C’est le rendez-vous rivière de fin de saison Ă  ne pas manquer : le Marathon International des Gorges de l’Ardèche, avec sa dĂ©clinaison Ard’River Paddle dĂ©diĂ©e au Stand-Up Paddle, vous attend le samedi 12 novembre, avec un dĂ©part qui sera donnĂ© sous le Pont d’Arc, et une arrivĂ©e Ă  Saint Martin d’Ardèche. Cette annĂ©e, ces […]