Thailand

When you think of Stand Up Paddling at its highest level, Daniel Hasulyo is one of the names that immediately comes to mind. A multiple-time SUP World Champion and Pro Athlete, Daniel is known for his intense training discipline, adventurous mindset, and love for all things related to the ocean. Now based in Khao Lak, […]

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 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 – […]

In one month, the SUP 11 Islands Tour in Thailand welcomes back long-distance paddler Thomas Schillig for a five-day journey through stunning landscapes and open seas. Running from December 3rd to 8th, the event challenges paddlers with an average of 25 kilometers per day. Thomas, who began paddling in 2011, is known for his work […]

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 […]

Meet the Starboard Gen R! Starboard Team launches the Gen-R, this highly anticipated board for 2024 is a new breed amongst Starboards already extensive and world class range of race SUPs. There have been a few boards circulating amongst the Starboard Dream Team riders, where they have already been exhibiting amazing performances on them. The […]

The 2023 International Canoe Federation Stand Up Paddling World Championships will be held in Pattaya, Thailand, from November 15-19. The ICF confirmed the Thai beach destination will host the season-ending event over five days of festivities both on and off the water. The ICF will soon announce details of a series of events especially designed […]

The 2023 International Canoe Federation Stand Up Paddling World Championships will be held in Pattaya, Thailand. The ICF and the Rowing and Canoe Association of Thailand reached agreement following this month’s Congress to host next year’s world titles on the scenic beaches of Pattaya. The championships are likely to be held in November. The decision to host […]

A former windsurf teacher, Martin Jandke moved to Thailand from Germany when he was fresh out of university. Fast forward 21 years, he now lives in Khaolak where he has founded a beautiful family, a successful board factory, a popular surf shop, and a watersport board brand SUNOVA which has gained world status as one […]

With a family of four generations of grassroots watermen, salt water seems to run in Lincoln Dews veins. When he’s not shredding the global SUP racing scene, he sails some of the toughest waters dubbed the ‘Everest’ of ocean racing. His passion for the sport that stems from growing up within the ocean paddling scene […]

Starboard SUP Yoga Ambassador Kelly Huck took a break from her busy schedule in Corporate America to reconnect with nature and rejuvenate her mind, body and soul. Kelly travelled to a remote village in Chumphon, Thailand and met up with the Starboard Tiki team. Kelly shares her trip experience with TotalSUP. (Photo Credit: Starboard) One day as […]

He’s one half of the notorious SUPBROz duo you’ve been hearing so much about and he recently took the men’s title at the SUP 11 City Tour in The Netherlands. But when you and your own sibling are an almost inseparable pair in a competitive sport like stand up paddle, can rivalry ever seep in […]