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Length and Shape Chart


Jimi sez... "This size chart is based on what has been historically popular in my 26+ years of paddle building.  Your perfect sizing could vary so just use this chart to get an idea of the neighborhood to consider for a custom paddle."

Activity

Blade Shape

Length

Squirting

S.O. Terrik

190-196 cm

Rodeo

S.O. Terrik / Cruising

190-198 cm

Cruising (larger boats)

S.O. Terrik / Cruising Big Fun

194-203 cm

Speed Cruising

Flo

215-218 cm

Creeking

Cruising / Big Fun / Flo

198-203 cm

Ducking

Cruising

220 cm

Canoe/C-1

Canoe and Rafting Paddle

55"-62"

Rafting

Canoe and Rafting Paddle

60"-63"

Big Fun, Cruising, SO Terrik , Flo, Canoe


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