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2025-12-14

Expanding the Horizon: Gustavo Nogueira and the International Growth of VIBE

[totalpaddler] Gustavo Nogueira, co-organizer of the VIBE Volta de Ilhabela, shares his vision for turning Brazil's most iconic relay race into an international classic. With record participation in 2025, the event is set for even bigger things in 2026. >>

2025-12-14

Kira Bester’s Emotional Path to Glory on Home Shores

[canoeicf] Reflecting on one of the most touching victories of 2025, as Kira Bester triumphed in front of her family and mentors. >>

2025-12-05

Bester dedicates surfski world title to late mentor Peter Cole

[paddleworldwide] South African surfski champion Kira Bester achieved an emotional victory at the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Durban, dedicating her second consecutive world title to her late coach and mentor, Peter Cole. Her triumph on home waters was a deeply personal tribute, celebrated with... >>

2025-12-03

VIBE 2025: 550 Athletes Take on the Iconic Volta de Ilhabela 90K

[totalpaddler] Brazil’s premier endurance relay, VIBE, prepares for its 90km circumnavigation of Ilhabela. As participation reaches an all-time high, the event continues to define the spirit of the Brazilian paddling community. >>

2025-11-17

South African paddlers Bester and Fenn secure double surfski victory in Reunion

[paddleworldwide] Fresh from their world championship successes, South Africa's Kira Bester and Matthew Fenn continued their dominant form by securing gold medals in the women's and men's surfski single events at the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Cup in Reunion, France, further cementing their status as top paddlers. >>

2025-11-16

South African Dominance at the Reunion Island Surfski Challenge

[canoeicf] Kira Bester and Matthew Fenn continue their winning streak with a clinical double victory in Reunion. >>

2025-11-07

National Elite: Results from the 2025 French Ocean Racing Championships

[totalpaddler] The 2025 French National Championships in Toulon brought together the country's best paddlers across surfski, OC1, and V6 categories. Review the highlights and top performers from this high-stakes seasonal finale. >>

2025-11-06

Richards and Brackpool Complete New ICF Athletes’ Committee

[canoeicf] Danielle Richards of New Zealand and Charlie Brackpool of Great Britain are the latest paddlers elected to the International Canoe Federation’s Athletes’ Committee for 2025-2029. An online vote by the ICF Board of Directors confirmed the final two members, following the recommendations from the... >>

2025-11-06

Richards and Brackpool secure spots on ICF Athletes’ Committee

[paddleworldwide] Danielle Richards and Charlie Brackpool have been elected to the International Canoe Federation’s Athletes’ Committee for the 2025-2029 term. Their appointments were confirmed by the ICF Board of Directors, following recommendations from existing members, bringing diverse experience from various... >>

2025-10-27

Sestri Levante Crowned Surfski Capital as Italian Youth SS1 Titles Awarded at Tigullio Ocean Racing

[federcanoa] Sestri Levante proved an ideal surfski stage, hosting the 2025 Tigullio Ocean Racing on October 26. Over 150 athletes from 27 Italian clubs competed in the Italian Youth SS1 Championship, National Novice & Cadet Race, and an international event. Shock Wave Sports ASD delivered excellent… >>