SUP Paddle Knowledge
Your paddle is one of the most important pieces of SUP equipment. Explore in-depth guides covering paddle sizing, construction, blade design, materials and performance to help you choose, set up and get the most from your paddle.
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Part 1: Choosing & Setting Up Your Paddle
Build a solid understanding of SUP paddles by learning how to choose the right height, blade size and construction for your paddling. Learn how to set up your paddle correctly and understand how different designs influence performance.
Does spending more really get you a better paddle? Explore the differences between paddle materials, construction and price to understand where the benefits really lie.
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Are expensive SUP paddles worth it? – Race Dr Bryce Dyer
Does spending more really get you a better paddle? Explore the differences between paddle materials, construction and price to understand where the benefits really lie.
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Discover how paddle weight, flex and construction can affect efficiency, comfort and technique – and why these details matter as your paddling progresses.
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Weight, Refinement & Flex In Performance Paddles
Discover how paddle weight, flex and construction can affect efficiency, comfort and technique – and why these details matter as your paddling progresses.
Preview VideoLearn how to find the right paddle height for you and why getting your setup right can improve comfort, technique and efficiency.
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Correct Paddle Height / How To Find The Right Height For Your SUP Paddle
Learn how to find the right paddle height for you and why getting your setup right can improve comfort, technique and efficiency.
View VideoNeed to shorten a fixed-length paddle? See how to cut it down correctly and what to consider before making the change.
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Cutting down your SUP paddle / Reuben shows us how
Need to shorten a fixed-length paddle? See how to cut it down correctly and what to consider before making the change.
View VideoAn older video but still good to understand the different materials and construction methods used in SUP paddles and how they affect weight, flex, feel and price.
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SUP Paddle Construction
An older video but still good to understand the different materials and construction methods used in SUP paddles and how they affect weight, flex, feel and price.
View VideoDiscover why surf SUP paddles often use different blade sizes and shapes and how choosing the right blade can improve your surfing.
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SUP surfing paddle blade sizes & shapes
Discover why surf SUP paddles often use different blade sizes and shapes and how choosing the right blade can improve your surfing.
More InfoLearn how paddle height differs for SUP surfing and why a shorter setup can improve control and manoeuvrability on a wave.
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SUP surfing paddle height
Learn how paddle height differs for SUP surfing and why a shorter setup can improve control and manoeuvrability on a wave.
More InfoPart 2: Paddle Design & Performance
Take a deeper look at paddle design and performance. Compare different paddle constructions, blade designs and adjustment systems while exploring the finer details that influence how a paddle feels and performs on the water.
Explore an unusual slitted blade concept designed to change the way water moves through the paddle, with potential benefits for feel, performance and reducing strain.
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Slitted Paddle Blades from Oscar Propulsion & Thurso Surf / Review Vlog
Explore an unusual slitted blade concept designed to change the way water moves through the paddle, with potential benefits for feel, performance and reducing strain.
More InfoBlade size isn't simply about how big or strong you are. Learn what else to consider when choosing a blade that suits your technique and paddling.
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How to choose the size of your paddle blade – there’s more to it than just body weight!
Blade size isn't simply about how big or strong you are. Learn what else to consider when choosing a blade that suits your technique and paddling.
View VideoUnderstand the advantages and compromises of three-piece, two-piece and fixed paddles, from portability and adjustment to weight, stiffness and feel.
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Difference Between 3 Piece, 2 Piece & Fixed Length Paddles
Understand the advantages and compromises of three-piece, two-piece and fixed paddles, from portability and adjustment to weight, stiffness and feel.
Preview VideoHear Reuben's long-term experience of two different paddle designs and how their characteristics translate into feel and performance on the water.
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Life with a Black Project Surge Vs Starboard Enduro / Hear Reuben’s thoughts
Hear Reuben's long-term experience of two different paddle designs and how their characteristics translate into feel and performance on the water.
Preview VideoLearn how to deal with common paddle blade damage and keep your paddle in good condition and performing as it should.
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Paddle blade repairs / Videos PRO
Learn how to deal with common paddle blade damage and keep your paddle in good condition and performing as it should.
More InfoTake a closer look at carbon paddle construction and the performance benefits it can offer, using the JP Australia Carbon Pro as an example.
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Reuben chats Carbon paddles & looks at the JP Australia Carbon Pro
Take a closer look at carbon paddle construction and the performance benefits it can offer, using the JP Australia Carbon Pro as an example.
Preview VideoExplore modern adjustable paddle design and see how newer systems aim to combine easy adjustment with improved stiffness, weight and performance.
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Adjustable SUP paddles / The next generation review
Explore modern adjustable paddle design and see how newer systems aim to combine easy adjustment with improved stiffness, weight and performance.
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