What Is the Right SUP Paddle Length? | Tips by Michael Booth x Starboard
Win a Tonic Mag Hoody and T-Shirt this issue in our FREE subscriber prize draw.
How long should your SUP paddle be?
In this quick tip, world champion Michael Booth explains how to choose the right paddle length based on your race distance and technique.
✔ Distance paddling: ~104–105% of your height
✔ Short races: slightly shorter
✔ Ultra-distance: up to +10%
✔ Sprint: eye level or your height
There’s no single perfect size. The right paddle depends on your technique, flexibility, and how you move on the water.
Test different lengths and find what feels fastest and most efficient.
👉 Explore Starboard paddles: https://star-board.com/collections/stand-up-paddleboard-paddles
👉 Find a shop: https://star-board.com/pages/shops
