The paddle is just as important as the paddleboard. The lighter the paddle, the longer you can paddle. The stiffness of the paddle and shaft in turn affect the effectiveness of the engagement. Paddles for paddleboards are most often used two-piece with adjustable length or a more compact three-piece version. Athletes and racers get a one-piece paddleboard paddle.

How to choose a paddle for a paddleboard

How to choose a paddle for a paddleboard

You can have the best board, but without a good paddle, you can actually make your life a lot harder. Weight, stiffness and construction of the paddle are the most important parameters when choosing a paddle for a paddleboard.