Michele Eray

[2026-02-20] Michele Eray is a South African paddling legend whose career defines the transition from elite flatwater sprinting to the pinnacle of ocean surfski racing. She is celebrated not just as a champion, but as one of the most versatile and influential female paddlers in the history of the sport. >>

Tim Jacobs

[2026-02-20] Tim Jacobs is an Australian surfski legend and one of the most naturally gifted "watermen" the sport has ever seen. Often referred to simply as "TJ," he was a dominant force throughout the 2000s and early 2010s, known for his incredible ability to find "runs" (waves) in even the smallest of ocean swells. >>

Pierre Vilella

[2026-02-13] Pierre Vilella is the undisputed "Crown Prince" and the face of the European surge in surfski. As of 2026, he is the highest-ranked European paddler and the primary challenger to Australian and South African dominance. >>

2026-06-15

Paddle sports event attracts hundreds to historic Hangzhou waterway

2026-06-12

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