HISC x The SUP Company Round Hayling Challenge 2026: What a Day!

A brilliant atmosphere, impressive performances and a watersports community turning out in force; plus records being smashed with an almighty circumnavigation of the 14 mile course in just over 43 minutes!  The HISC x thesupco.com Round Hayling Challenge brought paddlers, wing foilers, windsurfers and rowers together on Saturday 12 September 2026 for a day worth celebrating.

From all of us at The SUP Company, a huge thank you to everyone who joined us at Hayling Island Sailing Club. Whether you were chasing a time, taking on a personal challenge or cheering someone home, you helped make the event what it was.

The 2026 photos and results are now available, and there is already something to look forward to: entries for the 2027 Round Hayling Challenge are open, with 50% off the entry fee when you enter by Saturday 19 September 2026.

A Day That Brought Watersports Together

One of the real pleasures of the Round Hayling Challenge is seeing different watersports sharing the same event. Paddleboards, wings, windsurfing rigs and rowing boats might take different approaches to getting around Hayling, but the enthusiasm for being out on the water is shared.

This year delivered impressive efforts across the classes, with plenty to celebrate both on and off the water. Congratulations to everyone who took part, whatever your finishing position.

As a specialist watersports retailer, supporting events like this matters to us. Helping someone choose their equipment is one part of the picture; seeing people get out, use it and enjoy a challenge together is what brings it all to life.

A big thank you also goes to the HISC team and everyone behind the scenes who helped make the event happen. The work that goes into a day like this deserves plenty of appreciation.

Round Hayling Challenge 2026 Photos

The first batch of event photographs is now available in the HISC gallery, with more due to be added over the days following the event.

Have a look for yourself, your friends and your favourite moments from the day. If you cannot spot your photograph yet, check back as the gallery grows.

View the 2026 Round Hayling Challenge photo gallery.

Official Results and Finishing Times

Ready to see how you got on? The official results are available through Sailwave, where you can find your finishing time and see how your class shaped up.

Whether you were racing for a place or simply pleased to complete your challenge, it is a useful record of the effort you put in — and perhaps a starting point for next year’s goal.

View the official Round Hayling Challenge 2026 results.

Round Hayling Challenge 2027: Entries Are Open

Put Saturday 4 September 2027 in the diary. The SUP Company will be back on board with HISC for next year’s Round Hayling Challenge, and entries are already open.

If this year has left you wanting another go, there is an early booking offer: enter by Saturday 19 September 2026 to receive 50% off the entry fee.

That deadline is in September 2026, so the offer is for those booking a year ahead. Check the entry page for the available options and full entry details.

Enter the 2027 Round Hayling Challenge.

Wing Foilers: Return to HISC This September

You do not have to wait until next year for another event at HISC. The Soak Insure Tide Ride takes place on 26–27 September 2026, with short-course, slalom-style racing inside Chichester Harbour over the sandbanks.

There is a Saturday night party included, too, making it an opportunity to enjoy another weekend of racing and time with fellow riders.

At the time of the post-event update, wing foil entry was £45 and spaces were still available. Visit the event page for the latest availability, entry requirements and full details.

Find out more and enter the Soak Insure Tide Ride at HISC.

Inspired to Set Yourself Another Challenge?

A day like Round Hayling can give you a clearer idea of what you want from your paddling or foiling. That might mean building your fitness, improving your technique or finding equipment better suited to the distances and conditions you enjoy.

If you are considering a different paddleboard or paddle, our Woodmill SUP Test Centre in Southampton gives you the opportunity to compare equipment on the water before deciding. Tell us what you currently use, what felt good and what you would like to improve, and we can help narrow down sensible options.

For wing foiling, foils and foil assist, explore The SUP Co x Lymington shop and Try It Now test centre. Contact the team to discuss suitable equipment and current demo availability.

Round Hayling Challenge FAQs

Where can I find the 2026 Round Hayling Challenge results?

The official finishing times and class results are available on the Round Hayling Challenge Sailwave results page.

Where can I see photographs from the event?

Visit the HISC event photo gallery. The first batch is available, with further photographs expected in the days following the event.

When is the 2027 Round Hayling Challenge?

The next event is scheduled for Saturday 4 September 2027, with The SUP Company returning to support the event alongside HISC.

How do I get 50% off my 2027 entry?

Enter through the 2027 Round Hayling Challenge entry page by Saturday 19 September 2026 to take advantage of the announced 50% entry discount. See the entry page for full details.

What is the next HISC event for wing foilers?

The Soak Insure Tide Ride runs on 26–27 September 2026, with short-course slalom-style racing inside Chichester Harbour and a Saturday night party included. Wing foil entry was advertised at £45 in the post-event update; check the event page for current availability.

Thank You — See You Back on the Water

To everyone who competed, supported, organised or helped out: thank you for making the 2026 HISC x The SUP Company Round Hayling Challenge such a cracking event.

Enjoy the photographs, check your time and share the day with the people who made it special. We look forward to doing it all again on 4 September 2027.

Book your place for Round Hayling 2027, or speak to The SUP Company team if the event has inspired your next watersports goal.