Venue:

Whitley Bay will be the stunning backdrop for the sixth round of the 2025 Black Project GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series. Known for its beautiful coastline, Whitley Bay offers an ideal setting for an action-packed day of paddleboarding.

Event:

The Big Dippa, hosted by Northerly Swell, is a thrilling distance race complemented by fun sprints and tech racing. This event promises excitement for paddlers of all levels, with various races and activities designed to engage participants and spectators.

Host:

Northerly Swell is proud to host The Big Dippa at Whitley Bay. Conveniently situated between the award-winning blue flag beach and the iconic Spanish City Dome, Northerly Swell offers easy access to the beach and the newly renovated promenade. With everything you need for paddleboarding, cycling, surfing, or simply enjoying the sun, sand, and sea, Northerly Swell ensures a fantastic experience for all involved in The Big Dippa.

Events and Activities:Competitive Fleets:

• 14' Hardboard

• 14' iSUP & Starboard Airline Cup

• Juniors (U17 & U14)

• Prone Paddleboard (up to 14')

Novice Fleets:

• Challenge Tour 

• Novice Juniors (Ages 8 and up)

• Adult Novice 1km 

Provisional Race Details:

• Distance Race 

• Fun activities and novice racing

• Challenge Tour and Junior options

Fleet Notes:

• The Starboard Airline Cup competes as part of the 14' iSUP fleet.

• 14' Hardboard Age Groups and Juniors (U17 & U14) ages are classified by your age at the start of the year (01/01/2025)

• Upon completing registration, you will receive your Event Pack, which includes details on the venue and facilities, provisional timings, and registration details for the media platforms we will use throughout the event.

• Full event timings, start sequence, procedures, and further details on any event-specific requirements will be released closer to the event date in your Race and Activity pack.

Tickets and Registration: Your ticket gives you entry to the event for the specified time and activities. Upon registration, you must choose your fleet or activity and complete the relevant details. Once you have registered, you will receive your event pack, which includes details on the venue and facilities, provisional timings, and registration for the media platforms we will use throughout the event.

Prices:

• Competitive Fleets (14' HB, iSUP, Prone and Starboard Airline Cup) - £45

• Junior Competitors - £35

• Challenge Tour - £35

• Novice Juniors - £10

• Adult Novice 1km - £10 

ENTER THEW WHOLE SERIES - You can enter the full 2025 Black Project GBSUP National Series (excluding entry for SUP The Creek) through a single entry - Check out the series entry here.

Here are the dates in the 2025 GBSUP Calendar:

2025 Black Project GBSUP National Paddle Racing Series

• RD1 - Super8, Oxford  - March 29th

• RD2 - LLandegfedd Pursuit, South Wales - May 17th/18th

• RD3 - Baysup Battle of the Bay, Friars Cliff, Christchurch - June 28th

• RD4 - Beadnell Belta, Northumbria - July 6th

• RD5 - Liverpool Docks - July 19th/20th

• RD6 - Big Dippa, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear - August 24th

• RD7 - SUP The Creek, Salcombe, South Devon - Oct 18th/19th

2025 British National Championships & Team England & GB Selections

• Paddle Logger Falmouth Bay Open, Falmouth - June 7th/8th