The North East’s flagship stand-up paddle (SUP) racing event, the Big Dippa, is making waves once again in 2025. This year, the event has officially joined the GBSUP National Race Series, cementing its status as one of the premier SUP competitions in the country.
In a groundbreaking move, Big Dippa 2025 will offer the highest prize money of any SUP race in the UK. The prize purse totals £1,600, with £1,000 for first place, £400 for second, and £200 for third—a record-setting incentive for athletes across Europe.
Elite Paddlers Headline the Line-Up
The record-breaking prize money has already attracted some of the sport’s biggest names. Among the confirmed competitors are:
- Annabel Page – the UK’s current No. 1 female racer.
- Susanne Lier – elite paddler from Fuerteventura.
- Hector Jessal and James Little – both seasoned international racers from the UK.
With such a high-caliber field, the competition promises to be the most thrilling edition yet.
Organisers and Partners
The event is spearheaded by Mark Ward, Michael Dobinson, and Anna Little, with strong backing from the North Tyneside Combined Authority, GBSUP/Black Project, and a host of local sponsors. Among them, Permatt Fork Trucks takes centre stage as the title sponsor of the Permatt 14 Big Dippa Distance Race.
Organiser Anna Little shared her excitement:
“The Big Dippa has always been about community, challenge, and showcasing the very best of paddle sports on our coast. By stepping up into the GBSUP National Race Series and increasing the prize pot, we’re raising the game for athletes while continuing to bring an exciting, world-class event to the North East.”
More Than Just Racing
Beyond the elite competition, the Big Dippa has become a celebration of SUP culture. Year after year, it has grown in size and reputation, blending grassroots energy with international ambition. Spectators can look forward to high-speed racing, a vibrant beachside atmosphere, and a showcase of SUP’s growing popularity in the UK.
Whitley Bay on the SUP Map
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With its new position in the GBSUP National Race Series and the introduction of record prize money, Big Dippa 2025 is set to be the most competitive and exciting edition yet—firmly placing Whitley Bay on the international SUP map.