About the Author
A trilingual commentator and speaker for sporting events, Mathieu is the founder of TotalSUP, TotalWING, and now TotalPaddler. A V6, OC1, and V1 paddler with the Landes-based club Mana'o Va'a Landes, he has dedicated his professional life to ocean sports and paddling since 2013. With over 20 years of international experience in digital marketing and communication, Mathieu created TotalPaddler to centralize information, promote ocean-related disciplines, and unite the global community.
A propos de l’auteur
Commentateur et speaker trilingue d'événements sportifs, Mathieu est le fondateur de TotalSUP, TotalWING et désormais TotalPaddler. Pratiquant de V6, OC1 et V1 au sein du club landais Mana'o Va'a Landes, il consacre sa vie professionnelle à la glisse et à la pagaie depuis 2013. Fort de plus de 20 ans d’expérience en marketing et communication digitale à l’international, Mathieu a créé TotalPaddler afin de centraliser l’information, promouvoir les disciplines liées à l’océan et unir la communauté mondiale.
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2nd May 2025
La Vila Joiosa in Spain was the setting for an exciting day of ocean racing during the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Cup – XVI Eurochallenge, one of the most anticipated international competitions on the calendar. In an event marked by effort, endurance, and sportsmanship, athletes from all over the world tackled a demanding 18 […]
30th April 2025
With more than three decades of experience in paddlesports, Romanian-born Marian Sârbu has made a lasting impact on the international canoeing scene—both on the water and behind the scenes. A former national champion turned International Technical Official, Sârbu has officiated over 50 major international competitions, including ICF World Championships, World Cups, and European Games. In […]
24th April 2025
Avec une passion pour la glisse chevillĂ©e au corps et une connaissance intime de l’ocĂ©an, Éric Garnier rejoint l’équipe de TotalPaddler en tant que nouveau contributeur sur la partie surfski. Ancien athlète en athlĂ©tisme et VTT, il dĂ©couvre le kayak Ă 30 ans avant de tomber amoureux du surfski, qu’il pratique et enseigne depuis plus […]
18th April 2025
The Breizh Ocean Race returns on April 19 and 20 in PloudalmĂ©zeau, Brittany, France for another promising edition. Organized by the Estran PloudalmĂ©zeau and CKCB Brest clubs, this ocean racing event attracts paddlers from all over France and abroad. The 2025 edition will be particularly important, as it will serve as a full-scale test event ahead […]
13th April 2025
La Breizh Ocean Race revient les 19 et 20 avril Ă PloudalmĂ©zeau pour une nouvelle Ă©dition pleine de promesses. OrganisĂ©e par les clubs de l’Estran PloudalmĂ©zeau et du CKCB Brest, cette course d’Ocean Racing attire chaque annĂ©e des pagayeurs venus de toute la France, mais aussi de l’étranger. L’édition 2025 sera particulièrement importante, puisqu’elle servira […]
11th April 2025
From elite canoe racer to pioneering OC1 & OC2 shaper, Márton Buday has lived a life driven by passion for paddling. Born into a family of champions, his journey began in Hungary and flourished in Germany, where he won many international titles before branching out into dragon boat, surfing, and ultimately outrigger canoeing. Today, Márton […]
8th April 2025
Le mois dernier, la petite ville d’Ericeira au Portugal a vibrĂ© au rythme des pagaies avec le tout premier OC4 Surf Challenge, un Ă©vĂ©nement inĂ©dit qui a rĂ©uni des rameurs du monde entier autour de leur passion commune : le surf en pirogue. OrganisĂ© par la marque française WOO Outrigger, cet Ă©vĂ©nement a marquĂ© un […]
8th April 2025
Watch or relive the excitement of the very first WOO Outrigger OC4 Surfing Challenge held last month in the wave-rich town of Ericeira, Portugal! This unique event brought together paddlers from all over Europe to celebrate surf canoeing in an exhilarating team format. Organized by WOO Outrigger, the French brand committed to developing high-performance, accessible […]
1st April 2025
Historic Weekend in Salvador, Bahia: the 2025 Brazilian Va’a Championship Breaks Records The first-ever Brazilian Va’a National Championship or “Campeonato Brasileiro de Va’a” to take place in the North-East made history last weekend in Salvador, Bahia, delivering an unforgettable spectacle of speed, endurance, and team spirit. With record participation, ideal race conditions, and a vibrant […]
