Werner Paddles has added a few new standup paddles for 2009...we'll have them in a few days and we'll post up a gallery of new paddle images...
You can see our images of the
Werner Adjustable Spanker and images of fixed length
Werner Spanker SUP paddles...
Press Release:
Werner Expands Stand Up Paddle Offerings Werner Paddles has announced the introduction of two new Stand Up Paddles: The Werner Advantage and the Werner Carve.
As participation explodes in the Stand Up Paddle category, Werner is responding with new paddle designs that focus on the two aspects of the sport, touring and surfing.
The Advantage is a Premium fiberglass laminate construction blade with a modified tear drop shape designed to optimize straight ahead efficiency for touring. The Carve consists of the same construction as the Advantage but the shape is smaller, longer and more slender, specifically designed for dynamic surfing and turning.
Both the Advantage and the Carve come with a fiberglass oval indexed shaft and ABS Palm-grip. Werner offers three shaft configurations. The 1-piece is the lightest weight option and is least expensive ($219). The 2–piece is perfect for paddlers who travel with their paddle ($234). The Adjustable length telescopes with four settings, each 1.5 inches apart; perfect for those individuals who move between touring and surfing ($259).
“Stand Up Paddling is a real growth opportunity for surf and paddle sports dealers. We are excited to expand our Stand Up Paddle offerings to respond to the specific demands of the market,” says Jim Miller, Werner’s Marketing Manger.
"The Advantage is 9.25 inch wide, 111 sq in, and has a modified teardrop design, large blade for cruising and recreational paddling. I love it for paddling rivers and down winders because it provides a huge brace if I am about to fall off. It will come with a Blue blade.
The Carve is a more rectangular shape at 7 inches wide, 100 square inches, substantially smaller, this paddle accelerates faster making it easier to catch waves and low end speed off the line. Also the smaller blade will be great for juniors and women. Weight is 28 OZ approx. This paddle will come in an Orange blade for better visibility in the surf.
The addition of this new line up is so we can create a family of paddles to support SUP at a variety of performance and price levels.
The new T-Grip/palmy is a Wide palm shaped t-grip that has a large area for the palm of your hand but is still wide so sliding your hand up to the grip on a switch doesn't get missed, and the wider the grip the better blade control you will have. It made out of a blow molded ABS material and you can drop it on the concrete and it won't break. Same weight as Carbon but indestructible.
The Spanker will be the only paddle we offer in Carbon for Fall 08. We have lots of stuff in the hopper and are always looking for ways to make our paddles perform the best."
Dan Gevere - Werner Southwest Sales Rep. and Lead on Stand Up PaddlesLabels: stand up paddles, SUP paddles, Werner SUP paddles
Jimmy Terrell at
QuickBlade has added some bling to his carbon standup paddles with colorful new graphics and ABS edging...


You can keep these paddles protected in our new heavy duty paddle bags...

Labels: Quick Blade, Quick Blade SUP paddles, stand up paddles
Sawyer spices thangs up with the new Zephyr standup paddlesurf paddle...



Stay tuned as thangs are starting to get real colorful 'round these parts...;-)
Labels: Sawyer, stand up paddles, standup paddle surfing, SUP, zephyr paddle
Just received the new Werner adjustable carbon standup paddles with the new ergonomic palm grip with thumb control...MSRP $339...
Weight is 23 oz.
4 settings (via double push pin at 1.5" increments)
Available in 4 sizes:
74-78.5"
78-82.5"
82-86.5"
86-90.5"


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Performance Core Blade Design
: Light and buoyant in aerated water for enhanced performance
: Tough Dynel™ edging for greater durability
Blade Shape and Construction
: Mid size teardrop shaped with rounded corners that reduces torque
: Slight spoon shape at blade tip that provides a catch that is smooth and quiet
: Dihedral back reduces blade flutter for a stable stroke, more comfort, and less fatigue
Shaft and T-grip
The shaft is durable carbon construction which is light weight
: An oval index for added control
: An enhanced ABS T-grip is designed for maximum blade control and great durability
: Light swing weight

Labels: stand up paddles, Werner Adjustable Carbon Standup paddles