- The Finals are raising the profile of stand-up paddleboarding as a competitive sport in Germany through live TV broadcasts.
- On 23 August 2026, Normen Weber defends his title in the 160-metre parallel sprint and celebrates his third consecutive Finals victory.
- The women’s heats in the SUP parallel sprint will start on Sunday at 10.22 am, with the final between the top two paddlers scheduled for 12.53 pm.

The 2026 Finals: Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

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- Three new 12’6’’ touring iSUPs from Duotone, NSP and Starboard cover short to long distances, ranging from manoeuvrable to sporty.  
- Touring boards are divided into sporty (28–30") and comfort-oriented (30–34") models; wider models up to 36" are designed for expeditions and offer high stability.  
- The Duotone Raven, NSP Touring LT and Starboard Touring One vary in weight, width, features, pack size and price (529–699 euros, some including a paddle).

New models: Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

- Over 70 SUP paddlers took part in the second Seven Towers SUPRace around Lübeck’s Old Town island, with safety provided by THW and DLRG boats.
- Normen Weber won the men’s 10 km long-distance race, whilst Oda Diestel took the women’s title; seven competitors qualified for the 2026 final.
- The race is part of the Nordic SUP League, attracted a large crowd and received positive feedback, with numerous athletes announcing their intention to return in 2027.

SUP race around the old town: Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

- The Starboard Touring 12'6" x 30" offers high-quality welded-seam construction, low weight and a sporty touring shape at a reduced package price.  
- The features and accessories have been deliberately kept simple (just a luggage net, a lighter pump, fewer carry handles and a lightweight recycled leash).  
- On the water, the board impresses with its rapid acceleration, good straight-line stability, sporty handling and a sturdy carbon-composite paddle.

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review: A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

- The TallTwin is a wave SUP with a longboard outline and twin-fin tail, designed for intermediate to advanced SUP surfers.  
- The twin-fin setup and channel in the hull are designed to combine speed, directional stability, fast turns and stability when riding the nose.  
- Four sizes (9’0”–9’8”) and two construction types (Carbon Reflex, XTEC Carbon); optional Nubster for greater grip and control; three gold medals at the 2025 Triple Crown.

Wave SUP: The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

- 12'6" touring SUP with an efficient waterline, high stability, good straight-line tracking and speed, ideal for lakes, rivers and day trips.  
- Extensive features: large deck pad, two luggage nets, touring fin (US box), tow eye, leash, Bravo pump and lightweight rucksack.  
- Excellent value for money at a RRP of €529; points of criticism: the hip belt on the rucksack is too long, the paddle shaft is a bit slippery when wet, and at 900 g the paddle isn’t very light.

NSP Touring LT 12’6’’ x 32’’: A comfortable and nimble touring paddleboard offering excellent value for money

SUP boards

- Mid-range SUP paddle with 663 g, thin 26 mm shaft, bamboo blade (100 inch²) and length adjustment from 170.5 to 222 cm.  
- Clean, splash-free penetration, stable pull, comfortable cushioning, low swing weight, playful during manoeuvres.  
- Suitable for all-round and comfortable touring, noticeably softer than the Carbon 100 Slim for very sporty, high-frequency use.

SUP paddle test: Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

- Duotone is launching two new, durable SUP paddles on the market: the Carbon 100 Slim and the more affordable Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim.  
- The vario version of the Carbon 100 Slim weighs just 520 g, offers a wide adjustment range, a stiff 26 mm shaft and a 95 inch² carbon blade.  
- In the test, the Carbon 100 Slim demonstrated high rigidity, pleasant handling, efficient catch and is suitable for everything from leisurely touring to race training.

Lightweight SUP paddle: testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

- Paddle blades that are too large increase pressure, reduce frequency and strain the muscles and shoulder joints; blades that are slightly too small often make more sense.  
- The blade surface area in square inches (approx. 78-95 inch²) is decisive; children's paddles in the cheap segment are often oversized.  
- Suitable length: immerse the blade completely, grip at nose to forehead height with the upper arm slightly bent, vario paddles facilitate fine tuning.

SUP paddle: three steps to the right length and size

SUP paddle

For racing and touring: the new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

Black Project Fusion: New variosystem for SUP paddles - more precise and better?

- The HoverAir Aqua is a waterproof, buoyant C0 drone with a Lighthouse wristband that autonomously tracks water sports enthusiasts via GPS.  
- Its strengths include take-offs and landings on water, a ‘turtle’ mode and ease of use for beginners; Weaknesses include range, noise levels and short battery life.  
- Video quality is solid, but photo quality is poor; the high price and limited manual mode make it particularly suitable for close-up action videos of water sports.

HoverAir Aqua: Testing a waterproof camera drone for water sports enthusiasts

- The Luna Ultra is Insta360’s first 8K gimbal camera featuring a 1-inch sensor, Leica Summicron optics, a telephoto module and up to 12× zoom, including 6× lossless zoom.  
- 3-axis stabilisation, AI tracking, 2-inch OLED touchscreen with a wireless range of up to 20 metres, 4-hour battery life, 47 GB of storage plus microSD up to 1 TB.  
- Supports Dolby Vision, 10-bit I-Log, Leica colour profiles, ACES, timecode and AI app editing; on sale from 30 June, bundles from 729 euros, available in two colour variants.

Insta360 Luna Ultra: New gimbal camera with Leica optics and a host of features

Sun protection for water sports: caps, hats and scarves for surfing put to the test

SUP accessories

Lusatia: Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

- The Schwentine is a river shaped by the Ice Age, flows through 18 lakes and is easily navigable by SUP for around 50 kilometres between Eutin and Kiel.
- Recommended day trip: Hof Wahlstorf to Rosensee (approx. 15 km), mostly with little current, motorboat-free, with varying sections of landscape.
- Wind, nature conservation rules and camping bans require planning; overnight stays only on official sites, islands and reed beds are taboo.

Germany: SUP river tour on the Schwentine

- Cycling and stand-up paddling complement each other, appeal to different muscle groups and offer a natural way of getting around off the beaten track.
- A strong core through paddling supports cycling, especially when loaded with luggage on the back.
- Five combinable destinations are presented: Millstätter See, Hamburg, Ruhrgebiet, Chiemsee and Ammersee, including tour information and GPX data.

Holidays with SUP and bike: five tour tips for paddle and pedal

Tours

- On 25 and 26 July 2026, the German Rapid Surfing Championships will take place for the first time in Hanover at the enercity Leinewelle.
- The favourites in the Open Men’s category include Gerlach, Mosch, Meier and Lu, whilst in the Open Women’s category they are Schneider, Weizel and Sasse; admission for spectators at the venue is free.
- ZDF and ARD will broadcast the finals on TV, whilst the semi-finals and finals from both days will also be streamed live on sportschau.de.

Finals 2026: German Rapid Surfing Championships to kick off at the Finals in Hanover

- From 23–26 July 2026, 16 SUP athletes will compete for the German championship titles in the 160-metre parallel sprint on Lake Maschsee.  
- Hanover is hosting the finals for the first time, with 4,000 athletes competing in 24 sports; canoeing will feature in four disciplines, with free admission.  
- Defending champions such as Skadi Langbein, Normen Weber, Paulina Paszek, Jacob Schopf and Felicia Laberer are aiming to win further titles.

Finals in Hanover: German SUP Championships

- Old Bulli Berlin rents out well-maintained VW T1/T2 vans in a 1960s/1970s camping style, without electricity or gas, using maps instead of mobile phone sat-nav.
- Additional offer: four SUPs and two kayaks for Bulli tours, including the hidden gem Stienitzsee with a lido, paddling opportunities and sundowners.
- A total of around 15 Bulli vans available for self-drive hire, weddings with a chauffeur and photo booth events; custom colour requests are only possible to a limited extent.

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin: A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

Scene & Events

Sealing your board: How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

- Almost any all-round or touring SUP (9-12 feet) is suitable for learning to wingsurf with a wing in light winds.
- A centre fin is required for less lateral drift, WindSUPs have this, other boards can be retrofitted.
- Various retrofit systems with a tensioning strap or adhesive fin box are available and are also used in wingsurfing schools.

Video tutorial: How to learn wingsurfing on the SUP!

- In hot weather, inflated SUPs and wing boards must not be left in the car or laid flat in direct sunlight, as this may cause them to burst or warp.  
- UV radiation and high temperatures cause plastics, pads and decorative elements to fade and cause permanent damage to the material, so store them in the shade wherever possible.  
- On hot days, the air pressure in the board can be reduced; with high-quality SUPs, less than the maximum pressure is often sufficient, as the pressure rises anyway when the board is in the sun.

iSUPs and inflatable wing boards: What should you do with your inflatable SUP in the sun?

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SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

The 2026 Finals
Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

New models
Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old town
Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

SUP boards

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review
A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUP
The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

NSP Touring LT 12’6’’ x 32’’
A comfortable and nimble touring paddleboard offering excellent value for money

SUP paddle

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddle
Testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddle
Three steps to the right length and size

For racing and touring
The new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

Black Project Fusion
New variosystem for SUP paddles - more precise and better?

SUP accessories

HoverAir Aqua
Testing a waterproof camera drone for water sports enthusiasts

Insta360 Luna Ultra
New gimbal camera with Leica optics and a host of features

Sun protection for water sports
Caps, hats and scarves for surfing put to the test

Tours

Lusatia
Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Germany
SUP river tour on the Schwentine

Holidays with SUP and bike
Five tour tips for paddle and pedal

Scene & Events

Finals 2026
German Rapid Surfing Championships to kick off at the Finals in Hanover

Finals in Hanover
German SUP Championships

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin
A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

How to

Sealing your board
How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Video tutorial
How to learn wingsurfing on the SUP!

iSUPs and inflatable wing boards
What should you do with your inflatable SUP in the sun?

SUP - The stand-up paddling magazine

The 2026 FinalsNormen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

New modelsThree 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old townOver 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

SUP boards

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" reviewA sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUPThe Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

NSP Touring LT 12’6’’ x 32’’A comfortable and nimble touring paddleboard offering excellent value for money

SUP paddle

SUP paddle testDuotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddleTesting the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddleThree steps to the right length and size

For racing and touringThe new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

Black Project FusionNew variosystem for SUP paddles - more precise and better?

SUP accessories

HoverAir AquaTesting a waterproof camera drone for water sports enthusiasts

Insta360 Luna UltraNew gimbal camera with Leica optics and a host of features

Sun protection for water sportsCaps, hats and scarves for surfing put to the test

Tours

LusatiaFive lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

GermanySUP river tour on the Schwentine

Holidays with SUP and bikeFive tour tips for paddle and pedal

Scene & Events

Finals 2026German Rapid Surfing Championships to kick off at the Finals in Hanover

Finals in HanoverGerman SUP Championships

SUP package at Old Bulli BerlinA SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

How to

Sealing your boardHow to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Video tutorialHow to learn wingsurfing on the SUP!

iSUPs and inflatable wing boardsWhat should you do with your inflatable SUP in the sun?

The 2026 Finals
Normen Weber wins the SUP sprint; the women’s event gets underway on Sunday

New models
Three 12’6’’ Touring iSUPs put to the test

SUP race around the old town
Over 70 paddlers take part in the Seven Towers SUP Race in Lübeck

Starboard Touring One 12'6" x 30" review
A sporty touring board at an attractive package price.

Wave SUP
The Starboard TallTwin features longboard DNA and twin fins

NSP Touring LT 12’6’’ x 32’’
A comfortable and nimble touring paddleboard offering excellent value for money

SUP paddle test
Duotone Bamboo Carbon 60 Slim - thin, light & comfortable

Lightweight SUP paddle
Testing the new Duotone Carbon 100 Slim

SUP paddle
Three steps to the right length and size

For racing and touring
The new SUP paddle Starboard Velocity put to the test

Black Project Fusion
New variosystem for SUP paddles - more precise and better?

HoverAir Aqua
Testing a waterproof camera drone for water sports enthusiasts

Insta360 Luna Ultra
New gimbal camera with Leica optics and a host of features

Sun protection for water sports
Caps, hats and scarves for surfing put to the test

Lusatia
Five lakes merge to form a vast SUP area

Germany
SUP river tour on the Schwentine

Holidays with SUP and bike
Five tour tips for paddle and pedal

Finals 2026
German Rapid Surfing Championships to kick off at the Finals in Hanover

Finals in Hanover
German SUP Championships

SUP package at Old Bulli Berlin
A SUP tour in the iconic Bulli – five questions for Lucas Kohlruss

Sealing your board
How to repair a leaky seam on your iSUP

Video tutorial
How to learn wingsurfing on the SUP!

iSUPs and inflatable wing boards
What should you do with your inflatable SUP in the sun?