Selecting the perfect Stand Up Paddle Board
Q- How do I choose what Stand Up Paddle board is right for me?
A- There are a few main points to consider when choosing the right SUP.
1st- Where do you intend on using it the most, lakes or flat-water, Racing or Touring, or surfing?
2nd- How much do you weigh? The board needs to be large enough to provide enough float and good stability. Each board should have weight specifications on it, but here's a general guideline.
Weight- 100lbs- 135lbs= Board lengths of 8'5"to 10'6"
Weight- 135lbs-175lbs= Board lengths 9'-11'6"
Weight- 175lbs- 240lbs=Board lengths 11-12'6"
3rd- What kind of performance do you expect? Some boards are designed for better glide on flat water than others, some surf better than others, and some are good all-around boards that can do it all but don't excel in any specific area
How to choose the right Paddle?
Q- How do I choose the right size and type of paddle?
A- You can measure the needed paddle length by raising one arm overhead and measuring from the ground up to the base of your fingers. A general rule is 7-8 inches over your head, a little longer for flatwater and shorter for surf. Some paddles are adjustable which is great when sharing between multiple users and some will need to be cut to size. We can cut all paddles in house with your measurements.
Choosing the right type of paddle is easy. The lighter stiffer carbon paddle will give you great efficiency and power, bigger blade for larger paddlers, smaller blade for smaller paddlers or higher paddling cadence. The adjustable paddles will hold up to abuse and will accommodate a large range in paddler sizes.
How to transport a SUP?
Q- I have a small car, how do I transport a sup?
A- We sell a very affordable strap roof rack that can be placed on your car when you're ready to go and removed when you're done. They are easy to use and cheap. You always want to have the board upside down and fins facing the front of the car. If you have a roof rack you just need some tie-down straps.
Are PFD's or Life Jackets required for Stand Up Paddling?
Please read this article- SUP's are now classified as Vessels
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