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2025-07-26

Strong Maltese Performance at the OC-Ostsee Cup in Germany

[thesurfskishack] Five Surfski Shack athletes traveled to Warnemünde to compete against Olympic and World champions in challenging downwind conditions. >>

2025-07-21

ICF unveils list of athletes vying for committee positions

[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation has revealed the nominees for its Athletes’ Committee elections, featuring a diverse group of Olympic, Paralympic, and world champions. These paddlers will compete for eight positions to represent athletes across various disciplines for the 2025-2029 term. >>

2025-07-21

Nominees revealed for ICF Athletes’ Committee elections

[canoeicf] Olympic, Paralympic and world champions are among the candidates vying to join the International Canoe Federation’s Athletes’ Committee. The ICF can today reveal the names of the athletes that have been nominated to stand in this year’s elections. >>

2025-07-20

Jackson Collins and Ana Swetish triumph at the 2025 Gorge Downwind Championships

[thepaddler] Jackson Collins, an Australian paddler, has secured his initial major surfski championship since his return to the sport after earning a silver medal at the previous year's Paris Olympic Games. >>

2025-06-06

Richards' unconventional preparation leads to historic Molokai Challenge victory

[thepaddler] Danielle Richards' unique training regimen for the Molokai Challenge paid off spectacularly, resulting in a record-breaking performance that will be remembered for years. >>

2025-05-29

Dolan's historic Molokai win: a tribute to mental fortitude and a mentor's fight

[thepaddler] Pat Dolan achieved a historic victory, becoming the first Hawaiian since 1978 to conquer the legendary Molokai Challenge. His long-awaited triumph marks a significant moment for the island's paddling community. >>

2025-05-16

Tactical Mastery Shown by Maltese Team at Sicily’s Naxos Cup

[thesurfskishack] Eleven Maltese paddlers faced grueling onshore swells and headwinds in a 14km international race at Giardini Naxos. >>

2025-05-16

Naxos Cup Returns to Sicily: Italian Ocean Racing Titles Up for Grabs

[federcanoa] The Naxos Cup, an annual international event on the ICF calendar, returns to Sicily from May 16-18 for its seventh edition. Organized by Circolo Nautico Teocle, it will award Italian Ocean Racing single boat (SS1) titles. The event, promoting the Ionian Messina area (Giardini Naxos hosts 2026 SUP… >>

2025-05-14

ICF welcomes Flying Eagle on board for new season

[canoeicf] The International Canoe Federation is pleased to announce a new partnership with boat manufacturers Hangzhou Flying Eagle Boat Co., Ltd, ahead of the 2025 season. The ICF signed the agreement that will see both parties promote and develop the sport and the associated brand. >>

2025-05-14

ICF announces new Gold-level partnership with Flying Eagle for 2025 season

[paddleworldwide] The International Canoe Federation has announced a new Gold-level partnership with Hangzhou Flying Eagle Boat Co., Ltd. This collaboration aims to promote and develop paddlesports globally, leveraging Flying Eagle's high-quality, affordable, and sustainably produced boats. >>