{"product_id":"starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-round-shaft","title":"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Round Shaft","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Round Shaft Fixed Length is a premium performance paddle for paddlers who already know they want a fixed-length setup and want the cleanest, lightest and most direct feel possible on the water. If your paddling is all about speed, precision, fast catch and a crisp release, this is one of the standout options in the Starboard range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lima has long been the paddle shape many experienced paddlers look to when they want a more positive, powerful catch than an all-round blade. In plain terms, it feels quick into the water, stable through the power phase and tidy on the exit, which helps you keep cadence high without the stroke feeling messy or vague.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Sits in the Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Lima for paddlers who want a classic round shaft feel in a fixed-length build. Choose it if you already know your preferred paddle length and want the most direct connection between you and the blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want the same high-performance Lima blade in a shaft with a more indexed hand feel, have a look at the \u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Oval\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-oval-2025\"\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Oval\u003c\/a\u003e. If you need some adjustability for sharing, travel or fine-tuning your length, the \u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon 2 Piece Paddle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-2-piece-paddle-2025\"\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon 2 Piece Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e is the better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Paddle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed-length construction gives the cleanest, most connected paddle feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLima blade shape delivers a direct catch and efficient release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepreg carbon construction keeps weight low without losing crisp response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRound shaft offers a familiar, versatile hand feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent choice for fitness paddling, touring pace, training and racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in M, L and XL blade sizes to better match paddler strength and stroke style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a protective paddle sock for storage and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the Right Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\u003c\/strong\u003e is the smaller, quicker-cadence option and suits paddlers who prefer a lighter load per stroke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL\u003c\/strong\u003e is the safe all-round performance choice for many experienced paddlers who want a strong catch without going too big.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXL\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the biggest catch and the most load per stroke, making it the choice for stronger paddlers who want maximum purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Round Shaft Fixed Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShaft shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound shaft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepreg carbon shaft and blade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable shaft options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF30 \/ F35 \/ F40\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAvailable blade sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM \/ L \/ XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBlade Width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFixed Shaft Total Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.9\" \/ 53.3 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.3\" \/ 16 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e83 in² \/ 534 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86.3\" \/ 219.2 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.1\" \/ 53.7 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.7\" \/ 16.9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88 in² \/ 567 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86.4\" \/ 219.6 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21.2\" \/ 54 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2\" \/ 18.4 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95 in² \/ 612.4 cm²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86.6\" \/ 219.9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Round Shaft Fixed Length in your selected shaft option and blade size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarboard paddle sock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Oval\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-oval-2025\"\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Oval\u003c\/a\u003e – same Lima performance with a more indexed shaft feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon 2 Piece Paddle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-2-piece-paddle-2025\"\u003eStarboard Lima Prepreg Carbon 2 Piece Paddle\u003c\/a\u003e – ideal if you want travel-friendly adjustability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Fixed Length Paddles\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/fixed-length-paddles\"\u003eShop all fixed-length paddles\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful Reading \u0026amp; Buying Advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca title=\"SUP Paddle Buying Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-paddle-buying-guide\"\u003eSUP Paddle Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e – help choosing the right blade size, shaft style and overall paddle length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Round Shaft Fixed Length for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best for paddlers who already know they want a fixed-length paddle and are looking for a fast, efficient, performance-led blade. It makes most sense for experienced recreational paddlers, fitness paddlers, tourers who like a lively stroke, and racers who want a more aggressive catch than a general all-round paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy choose the fixed-length version instead of the 2-piece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you know your ideal paddle length, fixed length is the cleanest option. There is no adjustment system, so the paddle feels more direct and precise in the hands. If you still want room to experiment with length or need a paddle that is easier to transport, the \u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon 2 Piece Paddle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-2-piece-paddle-2025\"\u003e2-piece version\u003c\/a\u003e is the better call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose the round shaft or the oval shaft?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the round shaft if you prefer a classic, familiar feel in the hands. Choose the \u003ca title=\"Starboard Lima Prepreg Carbon Paddle - Oval\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-oval-2025\"\u003eoval version\u003c\/a\u003e if you prefer a more indexed grip shape and know that style suits your hand placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich blade size should I go for: M, L or XL?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eM is the quickest and easiest to turn over, L is the best middle-ground for many performance paddlers, and XL is the biggest, most powerful option for stronger paddlers wanting maximum purchase. If you are between sizes, L is usually the safest place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the right paddle length for a fixed paddle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right answer depends on how you paddle, not just your height. Touring and distance paddlers often prefer slightly more length, while more technical or surf-style paddling usually points shorter. Our \u003ca title=\"SUP Paddle Buying Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/pages\/sup-paddle-buying-guide\"\u003eSUP Paddle Buying Guide\u003c\/a\u003e is the best place to start, and if you want tailored advice we are happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Starboard","offers":[{"title":"F30 \/ M","offer_id":52425074803021,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"F30 \/ L","offer_id":52425074835789,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"F30 \/ XL","offer_id":52425074868557,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"F35 \/ M","offer_id":52425074901325,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"F35 \/ L","offer_id":52425074934093,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"F35 \/ XL","offer_id":52425074966861,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"F40 \/ M","offer_id":52425074999629,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"F40 \/ L","offer_id":52425075032397,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"F40 \/ XL","offer_id":52425075065165,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-round-2025-p7045-29808_image.jpg?v=1758029169","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/starboard-lima-prepreg-carbon-paddle-round-shaft","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}