Dean Gardiner

[2026-02-20] Dean Gardiner is a towering figure in the world of ocean racing, often cited as one of the greatest downwind paddlers in history. An Australian pioneer, he transformed surfski from a niche discipline into a professional global sport. >>

Surf ski? what's the history of...

[2026-02-19] A surf ski (or surfski, or surf-ski) is a type of kayak in the kayaking family of paddling craft. It is generally the longest of all kayaks and is a performance oriented kayak designed for speed on open water, most commonly the ocean, although it is well suited to all bodies of water and recreational paddling. The most common use of surfskis is in surf lifesaving competitions and downwind paddling. >>

Danielle McKenzie

[2026-02-20] Danielle "Dani" McKenzie is a versatile sporting phenomenon from New Zealand, widely considered one of the most naturally gifted ocean athletes of her generation. >>

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Paddle sports event attracts hundreds to historic Hangzhou waterway

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Vaikobi joins ICF to foster global expansion of 2026 Canoe Ocean Racing World Series

2026-05-27

ICF applauds Queensland's bid for the 2030 World Paddle Games, anticipating a AUD$200 million economic boost