What Size Whitewater Paddle Do I Need?
Paddles Are Conventionally Measured in Centimetres. in General, a Paddle 196-200 Cm in Length Is Good for Paddlers Between 5'8" and 6'1". for Paddlers Between...
Paddles are conventionally measured in centimetres. In general, a paddle 196-200 cm in length is good for paddlers between 5'8" and 6'1". For paddlers between 5'3" and 5'8", a paddle 192-196 cm in length should work great. For paddlers taller than 6'1", a paddle between 200 and 204 cm's will be of ample length.
How do you size a whitewater paddle?
Proper shaft diameter allows paddlers to use a more relaxed, low-stress grip. If your hand is larger than 7 inches from the base of your palm to your fingertip, you will want the standard-diameter shaft. If the length is less than 6.5 inches, choose the small diameter shaft. In between, you can go either way.
How do I know what size paddle I need?
- 22 inches: Try a paddle around 180 centimeters long. ...
- 24 inches: Look for a paddle between 180 and 200 centimeters in length.
- 26 inches: Look for a paddle between 190 and 210 centimeters long.
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