Over the last few years, North Carolina native April Zilg has established herself as one of the most accomplished east coast female SUP riders out there today. Initially taking to the sport while completing her masters in marine science at the University of North Carolina, Zilg was drawn to SUP […]
The 2017 WPA-China SUP Challenge in Qiandao Lake brought epic scenery to all of the competitors of all abilities for one day of burning sun, clear water and lots of fun. The event was held at the National Water Sports Training Base where several Olympic champions are training. […]
While Stop 3 of the WPA World SUP Tour is approaching fast, we would like to dwell on the event which will be remembered as WPA’s 1st ever World SUP Tour stop. Sandra Y. Caro, Treasurer for Rincón Beachboy, Inc., shares with us her excitement to add the largest SUP race in the Caribbean to […]
A week after the Standup for the Cure’s Sixth Annual fundraising day in Newport Beach, one of the largest paddle gatherings in the world, Dan Van Dyck, Executive Director of the National Standup for the Cure Series, gives the WPA an overview of the event and tells the story behing SUFTC. (Photos Dale & Karen […]
With hundreds of competitors, thousands of spectators, two event villages and a swathe of international of racers including the world’s best paddlers, the 2017 West Marine Carolina Cup was more than just your average SUP event, it was a big SUP festival, if not THE biggest SUP festival in the […]
Starting today August 15, 2013, World Paddle Association attendees will receive a discount and bonus Rapid Reward points from Southwest Airlines through the World Paddle Association SWABIZ® account. Southwest Airlines is offering a 5% discount off Anytime & Business Select® fares and a 2% discount off select Wanna Get Away® […]
