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2026-08-22

Angie Leroux's journey comes full circle with European Ocean Racing Championships return

[totalpaddler] Angie Leroux's life has been intertwined with the ocean since she first discovered paddling in Brest at 14. Her path has included international competition, motherhood, and a return to racing. Now, over two decades after her initial kayaking experience in Brest, she is gearing up for the European... >>

2026-08-21

Brest 2026: Nearly 300 European Ocean Racing Elite Set to Clash in Brittany

[paddle-europe.eu] The 2026 Paddle Europe Ocean Racing Championships in Brest will feature 286 elite athletes from 15 nations, bringing World and European champions to Brittany’s Atlantic coast from August 26–30. >>

2026-08-11

Tahitian paddler Iloha Eychenne celebrates ICF world cup victory and a new chapter representing her home

[totalpaddler] Iloha Eychenne secured a dominant win in the women's event at the second ICF Canoe Ocean Racing world cup stop in Tahiti. She completed the 23-kilometer open ocean and lagoon course significantly ahead of her rivals. For the accomplished waterwoman, a three-time Va’a world champion, this triumph... >>

2026-08-06

Eychenne takes gold in Tahiti, French team sweeps men's canoe ocean racing podium

[paddleworldwide] Iloha Eychenne, a local favorite from Tahiti, secured a gold medal competing on her home turf. Meanwhile, Hector Henot led a dominant performance by French athletes, who claimed all top three spots in the men's event at the second stage of the Canoe Ocean Racing World Series. >>

2026-08-01

Brest to host European Ocean Racing championships, showcasing surfski and outrigger

[totalpaddler] Brest is set to host the European Ocean Racing championships from August 26-30, gathering Europe's elite surfski and outrigger canoe (OC1, OC2, V6) athletes. The Canoë Kayak Club Brestois (CKCB) is organizing this major event, aiming to promote every facet of the thrilling discipline and give... >>

2026-07-31

Tahiti prepares to host second leg of Canoe Ocean Racing World Series

[paddleworldwide] French Polynesia's Tahiti is set to welcome the second event of the Canoe Ocean Racing World Series. Following the initial competition in Madeira, Portugal, this upcoming race will draw surfski athletes from across the globe to compete in the next phase of the four-part series. >>

2026-07-27

French Polynesia's gem: A visitor's guide to Tahiti

[paddleworldwide] Tahiti, an island paradise in the South Pacific, is profoundly shaped by its surrounding ocean. Its vibrant culture and daily existence are intrinsically linked to the crystal-clear waters that embrace its shores. >>

2026-07-24

Beyond spectatorship: The World Paddle Games and the future of water-based tourism

[paddleworldwide] Envision a premier paddling festival that transcends mere competition, offering a unique opportunity for attendees to personally experience the water. This concept aims to redefine engagement in sports tourism by fostering a deeper connection with the destination. >>

2026-07-17

Kevin Ceran-Jerusalemy secures fifth straight victory at Gorge Downwind Champs in Hood River

[totalpaddler] The 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs in Hood River, Oregon, attracted 641 participants to one of the globe's leading downwind paddling competitions. This year's event once again showcased thrilling speed and exceptional conditions, drawing both top international athletes and passionate paddlers to the... >>

2026-06-30

Bernardo Pereira: From Madeira's coast to the pinnacle of surfski racing

[totalpaddler] Bernardo Pereira's journey from Madeira's shores to elite surfski competition is a testament to his unwavering commitment and profound bond with the sea. Beginning his paddling career at age six, he meticulously honed the abilities and mental fortitude necessary to excel globally, culminating in... >>