Sand Up Paddle Salavaux A Swiss Beach Race

The Sand Up Paddle Salavaux was a thrilling event, even though it was only a technical race. The day began with a one-lap qualification in the morning, where each participant started 30 seconds apart, setting the stage for the exciting heats to come. The open men’s category saw quarterfinals, semifinals, and a final, while other categories competed in semifinals and finals. There was even a “Final B” for those who didn’t make it past the semis, ensuring everyone had a chance to race again.

The course was 500 meters long, with participants completing two laps, except for the open men’s final A, where they tackled three laps. A unique element of this race was the beach run around a buoy, adding an extra challenge and excitement.

For the first time, the Swiss SUP community got to experience a beach race, complete with sand starts and running with their boards and paddles. It was a novel experience for many, and the smiles on their faces showed just how much they enjoyed it. The day was a huge success, marking a memorable moment for everyone involved.

Men Open

RANKING	First name	Last name	Board type	Age category
1	Manuel	Lauble	Hardboard	Open
2	Andi	Saurer	Hardboard	Open
3	Nathan	Denis	Hardboard	Open
4	Peter	Mülhauser	Hardboard	Masters 50+
5	Guido	Donzé	Hardboard	Masters 50+
6	Stéphane	Guillermin	Hardboard	Masters 50+
7	Mark	Kruisheer	Hardboard	Masters 50+
8	Roger	Loser	Hardboard	Masters 50+
9	Sandro	Krenger	Hardboard	Open
10	Adrian	Cahenzli	Hardboard	Masters 50+
11	Kurt	Bodenwinkler	Hardboard	Master 50+
12	Mark	Klemanovits	Hardboard	Masters 50+
13	Christian	Hofmann	Hardboard	Masters 50+
14	Christoph	Reichlin	Hardboard	Masters 50+
15	Dominik	Roth	Hardboard	Masters 40+
16	Amos	Winkeler	Hardboard	Masters 50+
17	Gabriel	Henriot	Hardboard	U16
17	Kostis	Stoforos	Hardboard	Open
17	Ueli	Tamborini	Hardboard	Masters 60+

Women Open

RANKING	First name	Last name	Board type	Age category
1	Andrea	Forrer	Hardboard	Masters 50+
2	Yvi	Mahoney	Hardboard	Masters 40+
3	Nicole	Angeloz	Hardboard	Open
4	Rachel	Masserey	Hardboard	Open

Challenger Women

RANKING	First name	Last name	Board type	Age category
1	Nadia	Maeder	Hardboard	Masters 40+
2	Nadine	Saurer	Hardboard	Open
3	Anita	Irniger	Hardboard	Masters 60+
4	Petra	Loser	Hardboard	Masters 40+
5	Natalie	Hofmann	Hardboard	Masters 50+
6	Karoline	Gross	Hardboard	Masters 50+
7	Giuseppina	Cosentino	Inflatable	Masters 50+

Challenger Men

RANKING	First name	Last name	Board type	Age category
1	Adam	Zuhoor	Inflatable	Masters 40+
2	Vincent	Marti	Hardboard	Masters 50+
3	Jörg	Mostert	Inflatable	Masters 50+
4	Stefano	Rovedo	Hardboard	Masters 40+
5	Laurent	Maeder	Hardboard	Master 40+
6	Stéphane	Martin	Hardboard	Masters 50+