The 2019 SIC Gorge Paddle Challenge provided epic conditions while giving the spectators exciting action on the water in all races. For the 9th year in a row, Hood River, OR did not disappoint with mother Columbia Gorge river providing solid 28-32mph winds both days with the 7 mile downwind […]
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The Association of Paddlesurf Professionals (APP) and the World Paddle Association (WPA) announce their newly formed partnership to unify the sport of stand-up paddling. APP and the WPA bring a combined 19 years of event management in the sport along with decades of water sports experience and knowledge to combine […]
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The World SUP Tour and Salt Life crowned Connor Baxter and Annabel Anderson as 2017 Champions at the […]
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Connor Baxter and Annabel Anderson doubled down this past weekend by winning the 2017 Pacific Paddle Games and the World SUP Tour presented by Salt Life apparel sanctioned by the World Paddle Association. Connor and Annabel ended the 2017 season in great fashion on top of the World SUP Tour […]
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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. The blistering […]
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The World Paddle Association (WPA) is proud to announce Bao Xuping has been appointed as the President of newly formed World Paddle Association (WPA)-China. WPA China will organize Stand Up paddle competitions, train and certify coaches, judges and event officials as well as endorse safe, well run competitions, clubs and […]
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World SUP Tour Overview To provide the best participation and best growth of the sport by supporting all levels of paddlers in the Open, kids and Elite-Pro divisions. Points will be awarded at each event on the World SUP Tour based on the events history, size of field and top […]
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The World Paddle Association (WPA) is proud to announce Danny Ok appointed as the President of newly formed WPA-Asia. Danny brings a wealth of water sports experience and knowledge of business to oversee the growth of Stand Up Paddling and Paddle Sports in Asia. Danny’s background comes from the Windsurfing […]
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