Best Kayak SUP Paddle: My 2-in-1 SUP/Kayak Paddle

2-IN-1 SUP/KAYAK PADDLE COMPARISON

 

CONVERTIBLE SUP KAYAK PADDLE REVIEWS

Thurso Surf Carbon Paddle + Kayak Blade

Best Lightweight 2-in-1 SUP/Kayak Paddle

PROS: – Super lightweight – Durable – Double-locking mechanism – Comfortable handle – SUP paddle has fewer flex even in hard paddling

CONS: – Kayak paddle assembly is not adjustable – High price tag

Perception Hi-Life Convertible SUP/Kayak Paddle

Best Affordable Adjustable SUP/Kayak Paddle

PROS: – Affordable – The Kayak assembly is adjustable – Each single piece float independently and also while put together – Sturdy and reliable – Sturdy enough that I’m not stressed over it falling to pieces

CONS: – The black aluminum shaft heats up in the sun, but cools down quick in the water – May be heavy for some – Several owners announced that their paddles did sink, while others said the opposite

Pau Hana Convertible Aluminum SUP Paddle

Best Value Kayak Paddle for SUP

PROS: – Reasonably priced – Fairly lightweight – Ergonomic – 4 pieces makes it very packable for storage or transportation – Shaft to kayak-blade angle is adjustable

CONS: – Kayak assembly is not adjustable – Can be a bit small, making it slower moving the board through the water – Aluminum shaft has poor flex and are more likely to drown

Surftech Janitor SUP/Kayak Paddle

Entry-level Kayak SUP Paddle at a Great Value

PROS: – Lightweight – Durable – Fairly priced – Adjustable in both modes – Shaft is anti-twist – Packable

CONS: – Not found

HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR CONVERTIBLE KAYAK SUP PADDLE

SUP PADDLE ANATOMY

MATERIAL

 

The shaft and blade material is the most important factor to consider because it play a huge role in their weight and durability.

• CARBON FIBER:

Carbon fiber is the lightest material. It helps you paddle for longer distances before start feeling tired. Unfortunately, it comes with the highest price tag.

You should be careful because some brands market fiberglass + carbon fiber shafts or blades as full carbon ones in order to lower the price.

• FIBERGLASS:

Fiberglass is the second lightweight material that is less pricey offering a great value for the price.

Shafts made of fiberglass have a flex that makes them comfortable by being gentle on your body.

• NYLON PLASTIC:

Polyurethane or PU is a durable material that makes affordable SUP paddle blades.

Unfortunately, their tendency to flex makes them have a low power transfer from your body to the water.

• ALUMINUM:

Aluminum is an affordable material used in paddle shafts

One of the disadvantages of aluminum is that most of the time drowns when accidentally dropped in water because it’s heavy.

GRIP DESIGN

T-grip paddles offer a more secure grips while palm grips are more comfortable.

FLOATABILITY

The ability for a kayak SUP paddle to float is a very important feature because it helps you keep your investment from drowning when you accidentally drop it in water.

Updated on December 24, 2022 by Ben