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Paddle Blade Size Choice

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Created by Brad6 > 9 months ago, 20 May 2012
Brad6
TAS, 39 posts
20 May 2012 4:47AM
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Hi guys,
Need a bit of info regarding blade size, as I'm in the market for a new paddle and have read in this forum and elsewhere that too large a paddle blade can induce joint injury on shoulder/elbows etc.
I'm 5'10" tall, 90 kg and 40 years old. I'm currently surfing a Starboard 8'10" Widepoint but still have an entry level aluminium shaft adjustable paddle.
I'm keen on the Starboard Enduro Wave paddle, which has a blade area of 600 square cm. Is this too large for surf only use noting my height/weight. Any insight into this would be much appreciated.

Regards
Brad

hilly
WA, 8040 posts
20 May 2012 7:29AM
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Compared to what you have it will be brilliant.

Demo as many as you can if you want to look wider.

Brad6
TAS, 39 posts
20 May 2012 1:00PM
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Thanks mate, going to try a few today hopefully

Brad

PaulVee
VIC, 126 posts
20 May 2012 1:59PM
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I use a Kialoa Methane. Most of my riding is in the surf. I think it's great.

squidfamily
WA, 7 posts
20 May 2012 8:22PM
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I have a C4 - carbon fibre 8.5".
It's a cracker, make sure you get paddle guard for your new paddle.
Mite cost @ $50 but I havent had a chip in my rails for years !!!

riverider
TAS, 1112 posts
25 May 2012 9:27AM
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check out the quickblade web site, it has a chart for recommended blade sizes.



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