Hi guys, i've recently bought at iSUP from BCF and really enjoyed the sports and decided to buy a 9'5 Sunova The One.
Would love some recommendation on a paddle and fins as well if necessary, around Aud 300 mark for the paddle and i've no idea for fins.
Thanks heaps!
Where are you located and do you have any local shops that stock paddles? I'd recommend a well known or big brand paddle over a cheaper no name brand.. Blade size is important and you don't want a big blade.. no matter how big or strong you are.. I wouldn't rush into buying new fins.. The stock ones should be fine.. Maybe save the money you'd spend on fins and put it towards the paddle..
Hi mate, I second David's idea of not swapping the fins out straight away, as the stock fins will be fine. Down the road maybe, but not needed if you are just getting into SUP.
On the other hand spend that money on a better paddle will make your paddling much more enjoyable.
You don't mention if you are looking to ride waves as well as flat water paddling or if you will be sharing the paddle with anyone else. If sharing the paddle that will probably mean you need an adjustable one.
A good paddle is money well spent, as it will potentially outlast the board if you upgrade or change the style of board.
For myself I have three Starboard paddles, a fixed Lima prepreg carbon, above your price range but so light it makes long paddles a breeze. I even used it in the surf so it can take some ruff use.
I added a Starboard Endruo carbon fixed, cut a little shorter for better surf Supping. And find the shape of the blade ideal for catching waves. I liked it so much I added another Enduro with an adjustable shaft. If I am taking a friend out no point giving them a dull heavy paddle which will take away a lot of the fun. As when I am having a day out with my wife an adjustable paddle fits in the car easily.
The Enduro and Lima Carbon paddles can be purchased from $330 to $370 and are well worth it, they also have very comfortable handle grips too.
As I mentioned a little more spent on the paddle will be a bigger benefit than a cheap paddle and a new fin set.
Hope you have a lot of fun on the water.
Cheers.
Steve.
Don't bother with fins for a newbie.
As others said, the paddle is more important.
For the fin:
- be sure it is blunt, so that it cannot cut the leash or your wet skin. Sand it if needed.
- just play with the central fin position. forwards for turns, back for directional stability
- after some time, buy a center fin of the same size as the sides (4.5" to 5"), to use a thruster setup.
Select to expand quoteDavidJohn said..
Where are you located and do you have any local shops that stock paddles? I'd recommend a well known or big brand paddle over a cheaper no name brand.. Blade size is important and you don't want a big blade.. no matter how big or strong you are.. I wouldn't rush into buying new fins.. The stock ones should be fine.. Maybe save the money you'd spend on fins and put it towards the paddle..
Im located in Adelaide and I don't see any local shops that stock paddles so would buy them online when i buy the board.
Think i might go with starboard enduro carbon to start!
A size M blade should be fine? I'm 80kg now.
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Hi mate, I second David's idea of not swapping the fins out straight away, as the stock fins will be fine. Down the road maybe, but not needed if you are just getting into SUP.
On the other hand spend that money on a better paddle will make your paddling much more enjoyable.
You don't mention if you are looking to ride waves as well as flat water paddling or if you will be sharing the paddle with anyone else. If sharing the paddle that will probably mean you need an adjustable one.
A good paddle is money well spent, as it will potentially outlast the board if you upgrade or change the style of board.
For myself I have three Starboard paddles, a fixed Lima prepreg carbon, above your price range but so light it makes long paddles a breeze. I even used it in the surf so it can take some ruff use.
I added a Starboard Endruo carbon fixed, cut a little shorter for better surf Supping. And find the shape of the blade ideal for catching waves. I liked it so much I added another Enduro with an adjustable shaft. If I am taking a friend out no point giving them a dull heavy paddle which will take away a lot of the fun. As when I am having a day out with my wife an adjustable paddle fits in the car easily.
The Enduro and Lima Carbon paddles can be purchased from $330 to $370 and are well worth it, they also have very comfortable handle grips too.
As I mentioned a little more spent on the paddle will be a bigger benefit than a cheap paddle and a new fin set.
Hope you have a lot of fun on the water.
Cheers.
Steve.
I mainly learn to paddle at the Dolphin Sanctuary here in Adelaide, i only paddle in flat water now but looking to learn to surf when i'm more confident!
I'm looking at the starboard Enduro Carbon adjustable now, more flexibility and the wife can try it out as well!
With the fixed paddle do we always have to cut it down to our liking?
Hi mate, yes fixed paddles will need to be cut to the correct length for your height and how you intend to use it. A long paddle for flat water, shorter for surfing.
Unless you are a pro NBA basketball player your paddle will need trimming 
Cheers.
Steve.
P.S a medium blade size will be fine.
