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How to SIZE YOUR OUTRIGGER Paddle

 

Use the chart to help you determine what length paddle might be best for you. The following are some things to take into consideration:

  1. If you have broader than average shoulders, go to the high end of the range.
  2. If you have a longer torso than average for your height, go to the high end of the range.
  3. When ordering a paddle to be used with a one or two person canoe, go to the middle or low end of the range. (Most people use a shorter paddle in a one person versus a six-person canoe.)
  4. Remember, these are general guidelines so please take into account your personal preferences.
Outrigger Paddle Sizing Information:

Your Height Paddle Length
5’0”-5’2” 46”-47”
5’3”-5’5” 47”-49”
5’6”-5’8” 49”-51”
5’9”-5’11” 51”-52”
6’0”-6’2” 52”-53”
6’3”-6’5” 54”-56”


 

How to SIZE YOUR SURF Paddle

As a general guide for sizing your surf paddle add 8 inches to your overall height to determine the paddle length. Our chart is based on 8 inches. However, depending on the type of paddling you intend to do, it may vary.

  1. Surfing: 6-8"
  2. Flatwater: 8-10"
  3. Racing: 10-12"

HOW TO GLUE A T-TOP TO YOUR SURF PADDLE

Download printable pdf with visual instructions on how to glue a t-top to your paddle.

Surf Paddle Sizing Information:

Your Height Paddle Length
5’0”-5’2” 68"-70”
5’2”-5’4” 70"-72”
5’4”-5’6” 72"-74"
5’6”-5’8” 74"-76"
5'8"-5'10" 76"-78"
5'10"-6'0" 78"-80"
6’0”-6’2” 80"-82"
6’2”-6’4” 82"-84"
6'4"-6'6" 84"-86"
 

How to size your Dragon Boat paddle

A KIALOA chart is coming soon. There is a very detailed chart at the USA Dragon Boating website in the meantime.