Tuff City SUP Octoberfest 2024 Recap: SUP Surf Nationals & Competition Highlights
Tuff City SUP Surf Event Recap: Octoberfest 2024 and SUP Surf Nationals
One of the highlights of this year’s Tuff City SUP Octoberfest was the SUP Surf competition, where skilled riders tested their abilities in Tofino’s famous surf and National Champions were crowned. The event showcased amazing skills, even in bad weather! Lise Richard and Jake Collard did great and won first place in the Women’s and Men’s Open categories. A big thank you to everyone who took part helped out, and cheered for the event—your enthusiasm really captured the spirit of the paddle surfing community!
Held on North Chestermans Beach, this event brought together some of the region’s best stand-up paddle surfers for a day of thrilling waves, intense competition, and fun camaraderie.
What is SUP Surf?
SUP Surfing combines traditional surfing with the use of a paddle. Competitors use their paddle to add power to their maneuvers on the wave, adding elements of balance, speed, and control. It’s an exciting variation of surfing and paddle boarding that demands agility, strength, and a deep understanding of the ocean’s rhythm and surfing.
The waves in Tofino offered the perfect backdrop for the SUP Surf event, with consistent swell and the dramatic coastal beauty of Tofino’s shoreline. Whether you’re a seasoned SUP surfer or new to the sport, this event showcased the power, grace, and fun of riding waves on a paddleboard.
Looking to learn more? We offer SUP surf lessons taught by skilled, passionate and knowledgable surf and SUP surf coaches.
2024 Tuff City SUP Surf Results
After a series of heats, competitors battled it out for the top spots, impressing both the judges and the crowd with their athleticism and style. New champions were crowned for the first times in 10 years on the woman’s side.
A Day of Surf and Stoke
The SUP Surf event wasn’t just about competition—it was a celebration of the Tofino SUP community. Between heats, paddlers exchanged tips, shared laughs, and supported each other as they took on the surf. Spectators lined the beach, cheering on every ride and soaking up the lively atmosphere.
Looking Forward to 2025
With such a high level of talent and energy at the 2024 Tuff City SUP Surf event, anticipation is already building for next year’s competition. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to experience the thrill of SUP surfing in one of the world’s most beautiful locations.
Stay tuned for updates on the 2025 Tuff City SUP Surf event and other upcoming competitions at Tofino Paddle Surf.
Men’s OPEN SUP Surf Results
1st Place Jake Collard
2nd Place Riley Richters
3rd Place Emre Bosut
4th Fourth Place Adam Schell
Women’s OPEN SUP Surf Results
1st Place Lise Richard
2nd Place Kristy Schell
3rd Place Jess Hicks
4th Place Liz Tatchen
Men’s Amatuer SUP Surf Results
1st Place Brian Fishbook
2nd Place Peter Vaisanen
3rd Place Dary Hemmons
4th Place Jay Inouye
Women’s Amatuer SUP Surf Results
1st Place Nikki Johnston
2nd Place Jesse Ruiz
3rd Place Jenny Poppit
4th Place Jasmin Paradis