Hi all,

Some advice would be appreciated from anyone who has a moment to spare...

i've got a friend who is interested in starting to SUP. He has tried my 9'5" naish mana which he struggled on (not surprisingly, at a guess he would be around 105-110kg and over 6 foot) He is built like a footballer and we all know how graceful they are There aren't many SUP'ers in this area and no shops so he's not able to demo a heap of boards.

What would be a good size board for him for flatwater paddling, not racing, just everyday cruising? occassionally with his 4 yo on the front. Yet not be too big for small surf? and can anyone recommend a value for money or entry level brand?

Cheers
Ezza

have to agree with mr cartoon, from what he wants it for probably something at least 11 foot, starboard do make some nice big boards, definatley look at some second hand boards before you commit to buying brand new, there are bargains to be found,

Jarryd

For value for money on a New board the 10-6 Hull Paddler with a paddle for $1,199 and built to float the largest humans is hard to beat.

Ive been using th 11-2 Starboard Blend for the last year its unreal Im 100kg and sometimes a bit plus of that. It does most things well cruises nice and rides waves well (better than I deserve anyway).

Piros said...

For value for money on a New board the 10-6 Hull Paddler with a paddle for $1,199 and built to float the largest humans is hard to beat.

+1 (see pic) 100kg, hit the lip 3 secs later. Used it in a flatwater race and beat three people home. I was on the 10'2' everybody else was on boards over twelve foot.