Mathieu Astier

Canoe Ocean Racing is set to take a major step forward in 2026 with the International Canoe Federation confirming four-stop World Cups spanning Brazil, France, Malaysia, and Tahiti. For the first time, athletes will have the opportunity to compete in an international circuit dedicated to surfski racing, with events strategically placed across the globe. The […]

Ihilani Va‘a secured a landmark victory at the 41st edition of the Na Wahine O Ke Kai, presented by the Hawaii Tourism Authority, becoming the first crew from Tahiti to win the prestigious women’s V6 championship. The Tahitian squad completed the 41-mile Kaiwi Channel crossing from Molokai to Waikiki in 5 hours, 51 minutes and […]

A few hours before the start of the Molokabra, we had the chance to sit down with one of the key figures shaping the growth of va’a in Brazil: Lígia Felismino. Architect by profession and paddler by passion, Lígia discovered canoeing in 2021 and quickly embraced the sport as a lifestyle, balancing her love for […]

As the 2025 IVF World Distance Championships  edition in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil draws near, this is the perfect moment to look back at the Samoa 2023 IVF World Distance Championships which delivered five unforgettable days of racing, with elite and masters crews pushing themselves through challenging Pacific swells. We would also like to remind fans […]

Organisateur passionné et directeur d’Easy Nautique, Xavier Poirot innove une nouvelle fois avec l’édition 2025 du Pornichet Glisse Trophy, en introduisant un format encore rare en France : la course de pirogue V6 à changement. Inspiré des grands rendez-vous polynésiens, cette course permettra sur 36 kilomètres, aux équipages de changer entre 1 à 3 rameurs […]

In a sport where speed, glide, and stability define performance, outrigger canoe makers are constantly chasing the perfect ride. But a growing number of paddlers—and designers—are realizing that performance isn’t just about hull shape. It’s also about function, ergonomics, and the little things that make every session smoother. That’s where Nalu Canoes steps in, offering […]

The 2025 Kaiwi Solo Crossing / Molokai 2 Oahu once again delivered a spectacular showcase of grit, skill, and ocean mastery as paddlers from across the Pacific battled the legendary 32-mile Ka’iwi Channel between Molokaʻi and Oʻahu. In testing conditions, the world’s best outrigger canoe paddlers pushed their limits, with French Polynesian champion Kevin Ceran-Jerusalemy taking […]

Installé depuis plus de 30 ans à Moorea, Emmanuel Moinier — alias Manu — est devenu une figure incontournable du monde du va’a en Polynésie Française. Charpentier naval passionné, il est à l’origine de la marque Va’a Max, dont les pirogues de course sont aujourd’hui présentes sur de nombreuses lignes de départ à travers le […]

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 […]

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 […]

Avec une passion pour la glisse chevillée au corps et une connaissance intime de l’océan, Éric Garnier rejoint l’équipe de TotalPaddler en tant que nouveau contributeur sur la partie surfski. Ancien athlète en athlétisme et VTT, il découvre le kayak à 30 ans avant de tomber amoureux du surfski, qu’il pratique et enseigne depuis plus […]

The Breizh Ocean Race returns on April 19 and 20 in Ploudalmézeau, Brittany, France for another promising edition. Organized by the Estran Ploudalmézeau 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 […]