Nicola Volani: Life is a Journey on Lake Garda

Based in Riva del Garda on the shores of Italy's largest lake, Nicola discovered stand up paddling in 2020 and hasn't looked back since. Working for an Italian IT company by day, he escapes to the water whenever his schedule allows — because for Nicola, life is a journey best spent exploring.

The Camper Life

Nicola's passion for adventure extends beyond Lake Garda. He travels with his camper to explore new locations, always bringing his board along for the ride. Whether it's a hidden alpine lake, a coastal destination, or somewhere completely unexpected, the camper life lets him chase new paddling experiences wherever the road leads.

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What Nicola Says

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    Life is a journey. Every new lake, every new coastline — I bring my board and see where the water takes me.

Dark Side SUP Community

Nicola is part of the Dark Side SUP community, a group that shares his values of adventure, good food, and great company. For him, paddling isn't just about the sport — it's about the people you meet, the places you discover, and the experiences you collect along the way. Lake Garda may be home base, but the whole of Europe is his playground.

Nicola's Recommended Gear

Nicola needs versatile SUP equipment that performs across different water conditions — from the calm mornings on Lake Garda to wherever his camper adventures take him next. These are the fins he trusts for touring and exploration.

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