what size paddle should i buy
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That all depends on your height, the width of your kayak and whether the seat is raised or recessed.
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I'd recommending reading through a variety of tips from the many sources available on the internet. A lot of factors go into "correct" length, including your body configuration, the width of your kayak, the type of paddling you do, and on and on. For instance, I prefer a short paddle (220 cm) with big blades for moving water, but need to use a longer (230 cm) paddle for flat water. If I went to a 240 cm paddle for flat water, tracking would be a problem.This is indeed a non-answer-sorry about that-so I'll just say that my flat-water preference would be to error on the long side, and for moving water, error on the short side.And by the way, my Magic Plus is great. I'd recommending reading through a variety of tips from the many sources available on the internet. A lot of factors go into "correct" length, including your body configuration, the width of your kayak, the type of paddling you do, and on and on. For instance, I prefer a short paddle (220 cm) with big blades for moving water, but need to use a longer (230 cm) paddle for flat water. If I went to a 240 cm paddle for flat water, tracking would be a problem.This is indeed a non-answer-sorry about that-so I'll just say that my flat-water preference would be to error on the... » Read More I'd recommending reading through a variety of tips from the many sources available on the internet. A lot of factors go into "correct" length, including your body configuration, the width of your kayak, the type of paddling you do, and on and on. For instance, I prefer a short paddle (220 cm) with big blades for moving water, but need to use a longer (230 cm) paddle for flat water. If I went to a 240 cm paddle for flat water, tracking would be a problem.This is indeed a non-answer-sorry about that-so I'll just say that my flat-water preference would be to error on the long side, and for moving water, error on the short side.And by the way, my Magic Plus is great. « Show Less
158113
I am 5'11" and I bought the 220cm paddle. I have a sit on top Necky kayak and it works great for me, not too long or short. Hope this helps.
158114
I am 5'5" tall. I purchased a 220 cm paddle. Paddle performs well for me. If I were to buy another paddle, I would purchase a 230 cm.
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JS, Thank you for your interest in STIGA! The two sides of this paddle are identical other than the color. Hope this helps! STIGA
866803
I believe the 2.5 ft paddle might be too short for a 13ft canoe. Suggest you use the 4ft or 5ft, depending on your body size. I have the larger paddle, and think you would not be able to control the canoe with the shorter paddle. The longer paddles are adequate for a 13ft canoe.
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I would go for Jet-600, since it has more spin and grip to it, however you'll have to control your power shots cause it provides extra bounce. Stage Carbon Pro is good too but it doesn't offer you spin that much. Both are professional paddles.
719856
The paddles are sold in CM, the 220cm is 86.6142 inches, the 230cm is 90.5512 inches, and the 240cm is 94.4882 inches. Hope this helps.
894650
I don't think so. My wife uses this size paddle and she is 5'9". If you are going to error in paddle size - always go longer rather than shorter.
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This one is good to go out of the box, Other High End Paddles are sold as a 'blade' and you have to purchase rubbers and adhesive for them.
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You'll be fine. I'm 230 and this thing doesn't even dip when I stand on it. Definitely the right board for you. Might want to look into a bigger paddle, but that's something else entirely. The paddle that comes with the board will definitely get you started.
108511
I am almost the same size and weight and i have enjoyed the pelican board paddle very much. I have never used a different one so I can't know how it is to ride on a smaller one. The size is ok for me
1262212
Depends for what you are going to use them, too big paddles could hurt your shoulder Size Selection: XXS (Trans. Orange) beginning swimmers XS (Trans. Green) young age groupers (8-12 years) S (Trans. Yellow) older age groupers (12+ years)/beginning masters M (Trans. Red) older high school males/Sr. National females/mid-level masters L (Trans. Blue) collegiate swimmers/Sr. National males XL (Trans. Smoke) very strong swimmers/water aerobics http://www.tyr.com/shop/catalyst-brites-paddles.html#size-chart
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I would say 230 is probably best but it also depends on the width of your kayak. In most cases I would say 230 is best. 240cm might be good if your kayak is like 34+ inches wide. Yes it depends on what kind of kayaking you're doing too. If you're maneuvering white water, maybe shorter 220cm.
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On the size chart at the back of my packaging it says XS: young age grouper (8-12 years) S: older age grouper (+12) I'd recommend the small. He'll probably be too strong for the XS paddles soon
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Depends for what you are going to use them, too big paddles could hurt your shoulderSize Selection: XXS (Trans. Orange) beginning swimmers XS (Trans. Green) young age groupers (8-12 years) S (Trans. Yellow) older age groupers (12+ years)/beginning masters M (Trans. Red) older high school males/Sr. National females/mid-level masters L (Trans. Blue) collegiate swimmers/Sr. National males XL (Trans. Smoke) very strong swimmers/water aerobicshttp://www.tyr.com/shop/catalyst-brites-paddles.html#size-chart
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Size chart for this paddles at speedousa.com is wrong!!! and thus confusing !!! I meassured my hand, from tip of the middle finger to the base of the hand it is 8". So based on the chart i ordered an L. They are huge !!!! I wrote to speedousa and this is their reply: "Dear Gustavo, Thank you for contacting us at SpeedoUSA.com. Please accept my sincere apologies about the confusion on the sizing for our swim paddles. I would be more than happy to assist you today. The correct size for you hand would be a size medium. That would be our red pair which fits a hand that is 8 inches long. For your convenience, I have included a link below for you. Contoured Swim Paddles" The size chart states that the height of the M size is 7.5" so how can one imagine that it would be suitable for an 8" hand??? I hope this could help you and others. This is very disgusting and disappointing. Regards, Gustavo.
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This paddle has an adjustable length from 210 CM to 220 cm which works out to about 82.6 to 86.6 inches, It is nice to have the paddles be adjustable if you have boats of different widths OR if you vary between High and low angle paddling.
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The blades are 18" in length and 7" at their widest point. I'm using this paddle with a 12' kayak and they seem to be doing a good job. I'm a brand new kayaker so as I learn more about the sport I'll be better able to evaluate the paddle but so far no complaints.
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So if you are looking to ride with an additional rider I would probably go with a little bigger model like the 11' Explorer or 12'6 Touring since it will give you more space and volume on the water. The 10' can it just depends on the experience level of the rider and the size of the people on the board. But for caution I would probably go with the 11' in this scenario. If you would like to discuss this in more detail or any other questions you can reach us on our toll free number 888-569-7873 Monday-Friday 9am-5pm PST. Thanks and will talk to you soonISLE Surf & SUP