by Tricia Lyons, NorthWest Regional Rep

The 4th annual Great Montana SUP SPRINT took place in Superior, Montana, offering a full weekend of paddleboard racing, community events, and cash prizes along the Clark Fork River. Hosted by the Mineral County Recreation Club, the race featured a diverse lineup of races catering to both beginner and expert paddlers.

Weekend Highlights

• Friday Night Clinic: A pre-race skills clinic hosted by Tricia Lyons with assistance from Travis Prewitt, where participants shared the water with a local moose family while learning paddling and racing tips.

• Saturday Race Day: Started with a morning Yoga session, a derby ball launch, and a river trail fun run.

• • The Sprints: Competitive amateur, youth, and pro sprint races.
  • Novelty Races: Included the "Better Together" tandem race and a "Super Hero" up-river race requiring participants to wear capes.
  • Grand Finale: Concluded with the highly anticipated Kings and Queens relay race.

• Sunday Community Float: A casual 5-mile celebratory float down the scenic Clark Fork River to wrap up the weekend.

 Event Location

The event was centered around the river access points and community trails in Superior, Montana