With the second half of the racing season now in full swing, we’re keeping a close eye on the growing appetite among US athletes for the European SUP racing circuit. And with the ICF European calendar stacking up, there’s plenty to tempt them across the Atlantic, including: Agios Nikolaos on SUP (18-23 September) now part of the […]
We’ve been following 19-year-old Unax Etxeberria through his coastal training sessions and drills, where his technique and ability to read the ocean look completely dialled in – making it all seem effortless. From Donostia in the Basque Country, the young racer has built a reputation for an explosive style, sharp control and an uncompromising approach […]
The 2026 ICF SUP World Championships (14-18 October) are shaping up to be record-breaking – not only in terms of participation, but also in the depth of competition. Nowhere is that more evident than in the junior ranks, where a new generation of talent is beginning to make the transition into the Open division. The […]
The 2026 ICF Stand Up Paddling (SUP) World Championships in Sabaudia, Italy, are on track to become one of the biggest editions in the event’s history. The numbers are already making a statement: more than 400 athletes have registered, with three months still to go before the championships begin. Taking place from 14-18 October and […]
Over the years, we’ve made it a point to shine a light on the next generation of stand-up paddlers, following their journeys as they grow from promising juniors into athletes ready to challenge the world’s best. Few things are more inspiring than watching young SUP athletes make the leap from the junior ranks to the […]
The future of stand-up paddling took centre stage in Bascov, Romania, as the first-ever International Canoe Federation (ICF) event dedicated exclusively to junior SUP athletes welcomed the world’s top U14, U16 and U18 racers. More than just another competition, the inaugural 2026 ICF SUP Junior International Cup marked a groundbreaking step in the sport’s development, […]
Fresh off his appearance on LENNY BROS – the podcast hosted by Kai and Ridge Lenny – Connor Baxter opened up about the mindset behind dominating a sport for over a decade, while reflecting on the many transitions shaping this next chapter of his life: from a global SUP-erstar to fatherhood and becoming a Maui […]
 Welcome to an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 ICF SUP Circuit! In this episode, Mr TotalSUP Mathieu Astier and Chris Taucher from the SUP.training team up to take you inside some of the most exciting events of the season. From the relocation of the World Championships to Sabaudia, Italy, to the launch of […]
Welcome to the livestream of the 2026 Spring SUP Race in Comacchio, Italy, the opening stop of the 2026 ICF SUP Race circuit. We’re broadcasting live on Facebook, YouTube, and right here on TotalSUP.com, where you can follow the livestream players and updated results. Mr TotalSUP Mathieu Astier is on the mic, guiding you through […]