Paddles

Paddles

SUP Paddles at The SUP Company

Your paddle is the engine of your setup. Get it right and everything improves — efficiency, balance, cadence, tracking, and how fresh you feel at the end of the session. This collection brings together our full range of paddleboard paddles for beginners through to racers, including adjustable travel paddles, performance carbon paddles, and reliable value options for families and first-timers.

Shop paddles from leading brands including Starboard, Red Paddle Co, Black Project, SIC Maui, JP Australia, Fanatic, Infinity and Moloko — with options to suit touring, surf, racing and general all-round paddling.

Shop paddles by type

3 Piece Paddles – adjustable, packable and ideal for inflatables, travel and sharing.
2 Piece Paddles – stiffer feel and faster setup for regular paddlers.
Fixed Length Paddles – lightest weight and most direct “connected” feel once you know your size.
Paddle Accessories – blades, shafts, grips and spares.
Paddle Bags & Protection – protect your paddle for travel, storage and roof rack life.

How to choose the right SUP paddle

Adjustable vs fixed: Adjustable paddles are brilliant for families, lessons and sharing. Fixed length paddles win for weight, stiffness and “instant response” once you know your ideal length.

Material: Alloy is tough and great value. Hybrid/fibreglass smooths the feel. Full carbon is lighter, stiffer and noticeably kinder over longer distances.

Blade size & shape: Bigger blades give more bite per stroke (great for power) but can fatigue shoulders. Smaller blades suit higher cadence, touring efficiency and lighter paddlers.

UK reality check: Windy days, cold-water layers and choppy launches make comfort and easy adjustability matter. If you’re unsure, tell us your height, how you paddle, and where you paddle most — we’ll recommend a sensible option and explain why.

Try paddles at our SUP Test Centre

If you’re local (or fancy a proper paddle upgrade day), you can compare different paddles back-to-back at our SUP Test Centre — it’s the fastest way to feel blade sizes, shaft flex and constructions on the water before you commit.

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Why buy your paddle from The SUP Company?

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Need a steer? Message us via our Contact page and we’ll help you choose the right length, blade size and construction for how you actually paddle.

SUP Paddle FAQs

What length paddle do I need?

As a starting point, most paddlers suit roughly head height plus a little extra for flatwater touring. If you’re surfing, you’ll often go slightly shorter for quicker cadence. Tell us your height and what you paddle most and we’ll suggest a good starting length.

Is a 3-piece paddle good enough?

Yes. A quality 3-piece is ideal for inflatables, travel and sharing. If you paddle frequently and want a stiffer, more direct feel, a 2-piece or fixed length paddle is the natural step up.

Is carbon really worth it?

If you paddle often or do longer distances, carbon is usually the best upgrade you can make. It reduces fatigue and feels more responsive — especially noticeable over a full session.

What’s the quickest way to improve comfort and efficiency?

Match the paddle to your paddling style: the right blade size and a comfortable grip/shaft flex makes a bigger difference than most people expect. If you share your height, weight and where you paddle, we’ll point you at the best value option.

Can I try paddles before I buy?

Yes — if you can get to us, our SUP Test Centre is the easiest way to compare different paddles on the water and choose with confidence.
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