Black Project Wins 21st World Title at 2021 ICF World SUP Championship
Fiona Wylde won the Women’s Long Distance and Technical races at 2021 ICF World SUP Championship, Black Project's 20th and 21st World Titles.
How Does Paddler Height & Weight Affect Shaft Flex Choice?
Too many paddlers are risking injury––because they're using a paddle that isn't tailored to their size and needs. And while paddle length and blade size get most of the attention…
Introducing the All-New Infinity FLASH Race Paddle by Black Project SUP
Norm-breaking, record-shattering, performance-driven––these are just a few of the factors that Dave Boehne (Infinity) and Chris Freeman (Black Project) consider when designing a new product. So what happens when standup…
The Benefits of Rounded Edges and Seamless Joints on a SUP Paddle
Safer, Lighter & Stronger SUP Paddles In the early days of SUP, there was one particular issue with paddles that really bothered us––the simple act of paddling was damaging our…
Hydro FlowX: The Next Generation of SUP Race Paddle Design
It’s time to change the game.For the past decade, Black Project has been dedicated to designing the world’s most high-performance SUP paddles and fins. And while our team athletes have…
The TEXCARBON Shaft Range & Flex Categorization Explained
The Most Technologically Advanced Paddle Shaft Shaft design, construction and flex is one of the most important, and often overlooked aspects of paddle design. Choosing the correct shaft is vitally important when…
Black Project Athletes Dominate With Six Golds at 2019 ICF World Championships in China
SUP history was made as the inaugural 2019 ICF SUP World Championships went down in Qingdao, China. As expected, the racing action was furious and the on-water battles intense, but…
Five Ways Standup Race Fins Affect Handling & Performance
Video: Five Ways Standup Race Fins Affect Handling & Performance A good standup fin can make a big difference in top speed, but where it really makes a difference is…
Five Effective SUP Stretches Made Better with a Paddle
Standup paddling is good for the soul. Spending time in nature while working out is a recipe for health and happiness, but paddling without doing SUP stretches can take a toll on your muscles and joints.
The Benefits of Smaller, Softer and Shorter SUP Paddles
Over the past few years, I’ve had countless conversations with paddlers from around the world about the matter of size. More specifically, the simple concept that at least when it…
