As part of the 10th anniversary of TotalSUP, we are thrilled to announce the inauguration of our inaugural Annual TotalSUP Awards! As we reflect on the entirety of 2023, it is time to honor and celebrate the contributions of individuals in the Stand Up Paddle industry, specifically those in the SUP race, SUP surf, and SUP foil scenes this year. Participate in the TotalSUP Awards 2023 by casting your vote! Show your support for your favorite athletes, emerging talents, outstanding performances, noteworthy brands, and memorable events, all carefully curated by the TotalSUP team. The voting period extends until midnight on January 1st. Please note that only one vote is allowed per person per category. Live vote results will be accessible below until December 25, after which they will be temporarily concealed from the public during the final week of the competition. We eagerly anticipate unveiling the results and conducting a comprehensive analysis of this remarkable year in SUP come January!
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11 May 2026
The SUP calendar has never been more dynamic – but every so often, an event comes along that places stand-up paddling firmly and unapologetically at the heart of the experience. That’s exactly the vision behind the inaugural Gorge Ultra Distance, a 17-mile endurance challenge set against one of the world’s most iconic downwind playgrounds: the […]
11 May 2026
Born in Germany and now deeply rooted in Chicago, Kirsten Marina Lefeldt has built a life around the water – and a reputation as one of the most dynamic figures in the SUP scene. Coach, pro racer and adventure mentor, Kirsten’s journey into stand-up paddling started almost by chance: a spontaneous first try on a […]
8 May 2026
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 […]
7 May 2026
The UK SUP racing scene has long been one of the most established in the sport – home to world-class athletes, active training hubs and events that bring together not only elite racers, but also aspiring athletes, recreational paddlers, and adventure seekers alike. Now, the scene reaches a historic new milestone. The English Riviera has […]
5 May 2026
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 […]
4 May 2026
The Key West Paddle Classic – the longest-running paddleboarding and paddle sport event on the U.S. East Coast – returns for its 29th edition, continuing to prove the power and pull of a true waterman race, drawing athletes from across disciplines. Kicking off on 9 May, this 12-mile, multi-sport challenge remains one of the region’s […]
1 May 2026
When you think of the King of the Bay (KOTB) festival, it brings to mind the vibe of Poland’s Open’er Festival – a grassroots idea that grew into a globally recognised music phenomenon. The founders of festival seem to share that same ambition: to build something local in origin, but world-class in reach. Held on […]
30 Apr 2026
As the European SUP League (ESL) circuit heads to southern Italy, Lido Gandoli in Marina di Leporano will host three days of top-level stand-up paddle racing from 1-3 May. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Ionian Sea, the event will feature over €7,000 in prize money and bring together some of Europe’s best athletes. […]
29 Apr 2026
The 2026 edition of Race to the Castle (R2TC) has wrapped, with the Kings & Queens of the river crowned after a demanding 40km journey from Nottingham to Newark. In the 14 ft board division, Starboard UK rider Paul “PJ” Simmons and Karis Parker—defending her title and representing the Frangipani SUP Team – set the […]
