Stand Up Paddle Board Events 2020

Stand Up Paddleboarding has experienced a lot of growth in the past few years and people are continuing to take an interest in this intriguing water sport. With its growth, there are plenty of events being held around the globe for paddleboard enthusiasts. Whether you have an inflatable stand up paddleboard or a racing style SUP, there is an event for you!

1. Pacific Paddle Games

The Pacific Paddle Games take place in Dana Point, California, and even though it's not designed as a paddle race, it’s an event to celebrate everything that has to do with paddleboarding. Everyone can attend, including youth, amateurs, and professionals. The competition tests your surf skills, speed, and maneuverability. The longest races are about six miles. There is prize money offered in the competitions and the event has been known to offer the largest prize money.

2. Yukon River Quest

This is one of the most grueling races in the world as a marathon paddle. It stretches up to 444 miles and will require about 50 hours of paddling. Due to the grueling nature of the race and the wild nature of the Yukon River, there is a pre-race briefing that is one of the most comprehensive of all events. "Race to the midnight sun".

3. Paris SUP Open

The Paris SUP Open has been recognized as the largest SUP race in the world and it attracts hundreds of paddlers from across the globe. Entry requirements have now become quite competitive as the race becomes more popular. Paddlers participate in this 10km event on the River Seine as they pass some famous landmarks, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Notre Dame Cathedral.

4. Tribal Clash UK

Tribal Clash is one of the biggest multi-person SUP races in the world and is held at different locations throughout the UK. The competition draws thousands of racers that are hoping to win the Tribal Clash title. The event requires teamwork and a group of six paddlers all on one board.

5. Air France Paddle Festival

It's one of the most anticipated paddle events in the French Polynesian Islands. It's part of the Paddle League World Tour, which makes it an attractive event for high profile racers. There are five different races, ranging from an 8km lagoon race to a 23km elite race. It allows both pro and amateur racers the chance to compete in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

6. Carolina Cup

Held at Wrightsville Beach, paddlers come to compete against the worlds fastest SUP racers. It's a 13.2-mile ocean and flat-water course with surface and downwind elements. While it originally started as a regional event, participation numbers have continued to increase and now its is an international event.

7. Hannohano Huki Ocean Challenge

This is held in San Diego, California, in January so it sets the tone of the upcoming season. It's one of the longest running paddleboard races in California and it offers access to different paddle crafts, including traditional paddleboard, SUP, kayak, and more. There is a mix of beginners and top-level athletes.

8. Chattajack31

The Chattacjack31 takes place in the Tennessee River Gorge and it is one of the most awe-inspiring and grueling races in the country. It's fueled by the desire to test your personal limits so it puts paddlers on the lines to compete against themselves, Mother Nature, and other racers. It attracts kayak and paddleboard athletes from around the world who want to challenge themselves. The race usually fills up within a 24-hour period when registration opens.

9. Corinth Canal SUP Crossing

This race gives paddlers an opportunity to paddle through the Corinth Canal, a man-made beauty. The canal is usually off limits for paddlers throughout the year so this single-day event allows paddlers to experience this unique setting. It started in 2010 and is now one of the largest water sports events in Greece.

10. GlaGla Race

For those who love adventure, the GlaGla Race could be the right choice. It’s located high in the French Alps and it has grown rapidly. It has attracted nearly 500 paddlers from all over the world and those paddlers have to brave frozen temperatures. The race is located on Lake Annecy, which gives paddlers a beautiful view as they are braving those temps. There is both a long distance and a short distance and there is also team racing.

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