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Explore the exciting world of surfski, the high-performance ocean racing kayak built for speed, endurance, and adventure. Here, you’ll find the latest news, expert interviews, and in-depth articles on surfski racing, training techniques, and gear. Whether you’re a competitive paddler or a newcomer looking to ride the waves, this is your ultimate resource for all things surfski. Stay up to date on major events, connect with top athletes, and dive into the techniques that make surfski paddling so thrilling. Join us as we celebrate the global surfski community and the passion for open-water paddling!

Kira Bester and Gordan Harbrecht Triumph at EuroChallenge in La Vila Joiosa

2nd May 2025

Kira Bester and Gordan Harbrecht Triumph at EuroChallenge in La Vila Joiosa

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 […]

Waves of Change: Marian Sârbu’s on ICF’s Ocean Racing Vision

30th April 2025

Waves of Change: Marian Sârbu’s on ICF’s Ocean Racing Vision

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 […]

Glisse, passion et transmission : le Surfski selon Éric Garnier et Surfski & Co

24th April 2025

Glisse, passion et transmission : le Surfski selon Éric Garnier et Surfski & Co

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 […]

Breizh Ocean Race 2025: A Key Test Event Ahead of the 2026 European Championships

18th April 2025

Breizh Ocean Race 2025: A Key Test Event Ahead of the 2026 European Championships

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 […]

Unlocking the Mystery of Paddle Blade Size: Why Bigger Doesn’t Always Mean Faster

17th April 2025

Unlocking the Mystery of Paddle Blade Size: Why Bigger Doesn’t Always Mean Faster

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 […]

Stéphane Roudaut : Une B.O.R. 2025 en Mode Répétition pour les Championnats d’Europe 2026

13th April 2025

Stéphane Roudaut : Une B.O.R. 2025 en Mode Répétition pour les Championnats d’Europe 2026

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 […]

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