SUP Race

The Battle for Hercules 2025 is ON!  Replay all the action from the brand-new European SUP League Stop #1 — which was live on the TotalSUP Facebook page with Stories and Interview on the TotalSUP Instagram Page. All our LIVE videos are now on our Youtube channel. Please subscribe! > TotalSUP Youtube page 🗓️ Saturday: […]

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 […]

The city of Benalmádena is ready to write a new chapter in the sport of Stand Up Paddle. Its coastline will host the 3rd edition of the Battle for Hercules, and first official event of the European SUP League (ESL)— the brand-new international circuit launched by the European Surfing Federation, in collaboration with national federations […]

We’ve heard it time and again – if you’re going to invest in any piece of SUP gear, make it your paddle. While it continues to spark debate, many athletes agree that it’s the combination of paddle choice and technique that wins world titles. Often underrated in recreational paddling, the paddle has proven to be […]

À l’occasion des 10 ans du mythique Paddle Raid, traversée solidaire en stand up paddle entre Saint-Raphaël en Provence et Calvi en corse, nous donnons la parole à Andrea Mettens, présidente de l’association Le Chant des Dauphins, partenaire historique de l’événement. Depuis 2001, cette association œuvre pour offrir à des enfants autistes ou en situation […]

Daniel Parres is a key figure in the Spanish SUP scene, renowned for his work as both a coach and athlete at Parres Watersports. He’s also the mastermind behind the World SUP Festival Costa Blanca, which returns in 2025 after a year’s hiatus. Parres is also one of the driving forces behind the newly launched […]

We’ve seen a surge of young SUP talent emerging from the Belgian SUP Tour (BST), which puts equal emphasis on all divisions — with a strong spotlight on Juniors and the Under 14 category. Now a key player in the European stand-up paddleboarding scene, the BST offers a dynamic mix of events that welcome elite […]

The countdown is on! In just a few days, Sicily will welcome stand-up paddle athletes from across Europe and beyond for one of the most anticipated race events of the season: the Water Festival, happening May 1st to 4th in the stunning setting of Isola delle Femmine. But it’s more than just a race. It’s […]

Japan well known for it’s harmonizing culture, respect for elders, and collectivism invites you to join the 13th annual O2Y Race this upcoming June 28th 2025 (25km and 13km downwind distances). Today on TotalSUP we sit down with Takuji, the passionate race director of the Okinawa Downwind Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Race. With deep roots in […]

Think endurance SUP is only for elite athletes paddling hundreds of miles? In this special two-part series, we’re breaking down the basics of long-distance stand-up paddleboarding with insights straight from the Yster SUP endurance squad. First up: Lindsey Tilton, endurance paddler, racer, Coach, and Co-Founder of Aloha Athletics based in Florida, who made headlines after completing […]

With a solid history in the world of SUP and an innate passion for innovation, Christian Taucher has long been a key figure in shaping the evolution of SUP equipment. As a competitor, coach, and brand ambassador for Sunova, Christian’s insights on board design and performance are highly valued by athletes around the globe. Lately, […]

At just 20 years old, Spanish SUP athlete Sergio Cantoral has already built an impressive international racing résumé. Based in Santa Pola, Alicante, and riding for NSP, Sergio’s journey from standout junior talent to consistent podium contender on the world stage has been shaped by grit, determination, and a dynamic paddling style. At last weekend’s Spring […]

With a decade of passion for stand-up paddleboarding under his belt, Ansis Dobelis has become one of Latvia’s key figures in the sport. Through his company Supfit.lv, he’s helped build a thriving local SUP community, organizing events, rentals, and tours both in Latvia and abroad. In partnership with EŽI events, Ansis is the co-creator of […]

Le Corsica Paddle Trophy est de retour ! Après une année d’absence, l’événement glisse incontournable en Méditerranée revient du 2 au 4 mai 2025, avec une toute nouvelle destination qui promet de marquer les esprits : L’Île-Rousse, joyau de la Balagne, devient le terrain de jeu inédit de cette 6ᵉ édition. Pendant trois jours, SUP […]