Black Project - The Synergy Tour at GBSUP Wales
The combination of Advanced Flow Technology (AFT) and Power Scoop Technology (PST) results in significantly less paddler fatigue – enabling you to paddle longer, faster and more often than ever before.
The Synergy Tour
Llandegfedd
Hydro SynergyX

May 2-3, 2026
Pontypool, UK

Event Info

We’re proud to return to Wales in partnership with the GBSUP National Series opener for 2026.

As the first stop of the national racing calendar, this event brings together the UK’s top paddlers for two days of high-performance racing, including distance, technical, and sprint formats.

Join us for on-water demos and personalized advice from Chris Freeman and our UK team, with a full range of paddles and fins available to try—and yes, you can use them in the races as well.

A limited number of ex-demo paddles will also be available to purchase across the weekend.

Whether you’re racing or supporting from the shoreline, this is your opportunity to experience world championship–winning performance in real conditions.

No race entry required—demo paddles and fins are available to all paddlers.

Event Schedule

Saturday 2nd May: 9:00am to 4:00pm

Sunday 3rd May: 9:00 am to 4:00pm

Learn. Test. Own.

Join founder Chris Freeman, your local retailer, and the Black Project team for an inclusive SUP event where performance meets community.

Llandegfedd Reservoir

Set in the beautiful, rolling landscape alongside the Usk Valley right on the Monmouthshire/Torfaen border, Llandegfedd Lake is a hub for health, wellbeing and recreation just twenty miles from Cardiff. The Lakeside Cafe in the visitor centre offers stunning, panoramic views across the water and our modern, purpose-built Watersport Centre offers paddle and sail sports for all ages and abilities plus organised open water swimming. An array of land activities and events are also available.

On-Water Demo Sessions

Try the full range of Black Project paddles and fins, including the Hydro SynergyX, Hydro SprintX, Hydro TempoX, Nexus, Lava, and more.

Reserve Your Synergy Tour Spot

Win Exclusive Signed Paddling Gear

Enter on-site giveaways for a chance to win limited-edition paddles, fins, and gear signed by Chris or Black Project athletes.

The next stop of the @gbsup x @blackprojectsup UK National Racing Series is just days away. Two days of paddling action and community, with paddlers from across the UK and Europe this looks set to be one of the biggest UK events of the year.

Show up, bring a friend, challenge yourself, and become a better paddler as a result. 

For full details check the GBSUP website and watch our social channels for upcoming announcements 📣

#blackprojectsup #gbsup #sup #standuppaddle #paddleboarding #supracing #suptouring #supfitness 

@totalsup @blackprojectsup.uk @paddleuk @aquapaddleuk @paddlelogger
‼️Breaking News💥 @manu_hoyuela @blackprojectsup / @sunova.sup has confirmed his entry for the upcoming @gbsup x @blackprojectsup National Series event in Wales this weekend.

【Manu Bio】

“Manuel “Manu” Hoyuela known as the “Fish Kid” (Niño Pez), had an outstanding 2024 season. Hailing from Suances, Spain, Manu has the perfect training playground at his doorstep – world-class waves, a canal for sprint training, and ideal downwind conditions. These diverse elements have shaped him into a versatile and powerful athlete, excelling in both SUP racing and SUP surfing.

In 2024, Manu claimed major titles, including the European Long Distance Championship, a silver medal in the Sprint at both the ISA and ICF Worlds, and a bronze in the Technical Race at the ICF World Championships in Sarasota.” @totalsup 

 
【Tech Training】

📆 Saturday May 17, 2025 
📍Llandegfedd Reservoir

@manu_hoyuela and @bastiangrimm will lead a sprint / tech training session to help you work on your starts, turns, finishes ahead of the technical and sprint races in the afternoon. This is a great opportunity to train alongside two leading athletes and you may even pick up some winning tips! Start, turn, finish, repeat - then put it all into practice in the race in the afternoon.

This is a fun, inclusive, and free session for any @gbsup racers looking to improve their skills and short distance racing.

#blackprojectsup #gbsup #supracing #supracinguk #sup #standuppaddle #paddleboarding #supfitness #fitness #ManuelHoyuela

@totalsup @supboardermag @blackprojectsup.uk
As we prepare for the @gbsup x @blackprojectsup UK National tour stop in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 this weekend which of our international team do you think are coming?!

Throughout the year this amazing list of athletes all plan to attend races in the UK as part of our commitment to developing racing and participation in the UK and building our team cohesion. 

@katnissparis 🇺🇸 
@kcsillagv 🇭🇺 
@seychelle.sup 🇺🇸 
@arthurarutkin 🇫🇷 
@donato_freens 🇳🇱 
@manu_hoyuela 🇪🇸 
@bastiangrimm 🇩🇪 
@will.keetley 🇬🇧 
@annie.supx 🇬🇧 
+ more 

#gbup #blackprojectsup #totalsup #supracing #sup #standuppaddle #paddleboard #fitness #supfitness 

@totalsup @supboardermag @paddleuk

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