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2026-02-19
Finding Strength on the Water: The Resilient Journey of Axel Celmanti
[totalpaddler] Discover how Axel Celmanti transformed personal tragedy into high-performance success. Following a leg amputation, Celmanti found a new sense of purpose and clarity through the discipline of surfski and V1 outrigger canoeing. >>2026-02-14
Surfski Shack Paddlers Conquer Historic Durban Seas at 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships
[thesurfskishack] The Surfski Shack, representing Malta, successfully competed in the 2025 ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban, South Africa. >>2026-02-14
Lodestone Leashes: Automatic Leash – 2026 Product of the Year (Accessories)
[paddlerguide] Lodestone Leashes has been recognized for its innovative Automatic-Release SUP Leash, designed to solve the critical safety issue of leash entrapment in moving water. While traditional leashes are vital for keeping paddlers near their boards, they pose a drowning risk if caught on submerged hazards like rocks or buoys. >>2026-02-14
Maltese Paddler Mattea Micallef Shines at South Skåne Ocean Race 2025 MALMÖ
[thesurfskishack] Maltese athlete Mattea Micallef, 19, delivered an exceptional performance at the South Skåne Ocean Race 2025 in Malmö, Sweden. Currently on an Erasmus program in Oslo, she represents the Surfski Shack and trains with the Oslo KajakKlubb. >>2026-02-14
Maltese Paddlers Shatter Records in Round Gozo Circumnavigation
[thesurfskishack] On September 13, 2025, five paddlers from Malta’s The Surfski Shack completed the 35km Round Gozo Challenge, breaking several course records despite battling tough headwinds and northern coast rebound waves. >>2026-01-28
Ocean-Driven Performance: An Interview with Judit Vergés
[totalpaddler] Based in Gran Canaria, Judit Vergés has become a formidable force in international surfski and lifesaving. She shares her insights on training in technical conditions and the mental breakthroughs that led to her success at the 2025 World Championships. >>2026-01-04
Legacy and Victory: Kira Bester's Path to Defending Her World Title
[totalpaddler] Kira Bester’s 2025 world championship win was more than a physical feat; it was a tribute to her late mentor. Explore how the South African star managed the pressure of being the defending champion to secure gold in Durban. >>2026-01-01
A Guide to the Most Anticipated ICF Competitions in 2026
[canoeicf] The 2026 canoeing calendar is set to be one of the most diverse yet, featuring major world championships and Olympic qualifiers across the globe. >>2025-12-30
Ocean Racing 2025 Review: Legends Rise in Durban and Beyond
[canoeicf] Relive a spectacular year of surfski racing where home-grown heroes and seasoned veterans shared the global stage. >>2025-12-26