Outrigger Canoe

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 […]

Troisième de la mythique Kaiwi Channel Solo entre les îles hawaiiennes de Molokai et Oahu, Iloha Eychenne signe un podium retentissant pour sa toute première traversée en OC1 sur cette course d’exception. Soutenue par les marques tahitiennes ARE Tahiti et Viper, la rameuse tahitienne, marraine de TotalPaddler, confirme son niveau au plus haut et son […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Hello TotalPaddlers! As both a competitive paddler and coach at K2N Online Paddle School, I’ve spent years immersed in the world of outrigger canoe (OC1, V1) and surfski paddling. One question that keeps coming back in my own training, and in discussions with athletes I coach, is this: Does a bigger paddle blade really make […]

La Breizh Ocean Race revient les 19 et 20 avril à Ploudalmézeau pour une nouvelle édition pleine de promesses. Organisée par les clubs de l’Estran Ploudalmézeau et du CKCB Brest, cette course d’Ocean Racing attire chaque année des pagayeurs venus de toute la France, mais aussi de l’étranger. L’édition 2025 sera particulièrement importante, puisqu’elle servira […]

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 […]

Le mois dernier, la petite ville d’Ericeira au Portugal a vibré au rythme des pagaies avec le tout premier OC4 Surf Challenge, un événement inédit qui a réuni des rameurs du monde entier autour de leur passion commune : le surf en pirogue. Organisé par la marque française WOO Outrigger, cet événement a marqué un […]

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 […]

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 […]