| Article number: | 111611-C-3 |
| Trademark: | Kona |
Recommendation
Recommendation
"Recommendation" means to whom and for which area of use the product is primarily adapted.
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Usage:
Usage
"Usage" indicates the type of water environment (canal, lake, sea, etc.) and the type of SUP paddling (touring, training, competition, etc.) for which the product is primarily designed.
| Exercise, Tour paddling |
Technical data
Technical data
"Technical data" describes the product in detail and other information about the product. If a piece of information is missing, it is not relevant for this particular product.
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Color:
Color
"Color" refers to the most prominent colors in the graphic design. Color type will also be listed here shortly.
| Black |
Paddle
Paddle
By "standard paddle" is meant the model of paddle that is normally included when purchasing an inflatable SUP. Specific details about this paddle are listed below.
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Paddle pieces:
Paddle pieces
By "paddle pieces" is meant in how many parts the paddle can be taken apart. As a rule, SUP paddles consist of 1-5 parts. For example, a 3-piece is the most common for inflatable SUP boards as these fit in the backpack together with the board.
| 3 pcs |
Weight of paddle:
Weight of paddle
By "weight of the paddle" is meant the total weight of the paddle in kg.
| 635 g |
Shaft length:
Shaft length
By "shaft length" is meant the total length of the paddle in cm. Regarding adjustable paddles, the length of the paddle is indicated where it is maximally compressed and maximally extended.
| 173-228 cm |
Shaft material:
Shaft material
By "shaft material" is meant which primary material the paddle's shaft is constructed in. There are usually three different materials to choose from, aluminum, glass fiber and carbon fiber. A paddle shaft can consist of several different materials and the amount is then stated in percentage. The most exclusive shafts usually consist of 100% carbon fiber.
| Carbon 100% |
Blade size:
Blade size
By "blade size" is meant the surface of the paddle blade, usually this is measured in square inches or square centimeters. In general, the larger the blade's surface, the better it sticks to the water, but this also has to do with the shape of the blade. Normally, paddle blades come in sizes 75-110 square inches (sq in).
In many cases, the blade size can be linked to the user's body weight, which means that the heavier and stronger we are, the larger the blade we use. If we instead weigh relatively little, we will get a better effect from a smaller blade as we can maintain a higher frequency/cadence.
| 84 sq. inch |
Blade angle:
Blade angle
"Blade angle" refers to the angle between the paddle shaft and the blade. This angle can normally vary between 0 degrees and 15 degrees for SUP paddles, with 10 degrees being the most common. A smaller angle means that the paddle is most effective when the entire blade is under the water, while a larger angle makes the paddle more efficient in the catch, at the same time it makes it easier to get it out of the water.
The blade angle is also related to the length of the paddle and the longer the paddle we use in relation to our body length, the less angle is needed. If we want to be able to paddle by using our body weight to a greater extent, a larger blade angle is preferable.
| 10 |
Blade material:
Blade material
By "blade material" is meant which primary material the SUP paddle's blade is constructed in. There are usually three different materials to choose from, plastic, fiberglass and carbon fiber. A paddle blade can consist of several different materials, and the amount is then stated as a percentage. The most exclusive and rigid blades usually consist of 100% carbon fiber.
The material in the shaft and blade can be different depending on whether you prefer a certain flex (bending). Many paddles can, for example, have a shaft in carbon fiber and a blade in fiberglass, which can feel more comfortable if you haven't paddled much before and then haven't had time to build adequate strength and stability in your shoulders, etc.
| Carbon 100% |
Paddle edge:
Paddle edge
By "paddle edge" is meant the edge around the blade of the paddle. If the blade is made of glass fiber or carbon fiber, it is relatively fragile and can be easily damaged by impact. For this reason, more qualitative SUP paddles have an inserted edge in softer plastic at the far end around the blade.
| Carbon |
Handle material:
Handle material
By "paddle handle" is meant the part that sits at the top of the paddle shaft. This part can be designed in different ways and be more or less ergonomically designed. These are also available in different materials. As a rule, these are cast in plastic, fiberglass or carbon fiber. There are also wooden handles which can be aesthetically pleasing but often relatively heavy. More exclusive SUP paddles have handles in 100% carbon fiber as this helps to keep the total weight of the paddle down and provides a better balanced paddle.
| Carbon |