Sean Rice

[2026-02-13] Sean Rice is a legendary figure in ocean racing, widely regarded as one of the most technical and intellectually sharp paddlers in the history of the sport. While his younger brother Kenny is known for raw power, Sean is the "Professor" of surfski, famous for his strategic mastery and his global efforts to coach the next generation. >>

Hank McGregor

[2026-02-19] Hank McGregor is widely considered the most versatile and dominant paddler of the modern era. While Dean Gardiner ruled the 90s and Grant Kenny brought the sport to the mainstream, McGregor, a South African powerhouse, redefined what it means to be a "complete" paddler by dominating both flatwater marathons and extreme ocean downwind racing simultaneously. >>

Cape Point Challenge (Cape Town, South Africa)

[2026-02-19] Started in 1980 by local lifesavers looking to test their mettle, this is often dubbed the "World's Toughest One-Day Surfski Race." Depending on the course layout for the year, it covers around 50 to 54 kilometers. Paddlers typically start in Scarborough or Witsands, navigate around the iconic and turbulent Cape of Good Hope (Cape Point), and finish at Fish Hoek beach. Cold water, massive Atlantic swells, and gale-force South-Easterly winds make this a brutal test of endurance. >>

2026-11-07

Cory Hill and Kira Bester claim The Dragon Run 2026 surfski titles

2026-11-03

Veteran paddler Paulo dos Reis offers expert advice for the VIBE – Volta de Ilhabela

2026-10-28

Paddle Worldwide invites community input for SUP's future direction