Introducing the Black Project 2-Year Warranty
We have extended our warranty from one year to two — because our products have earned it.
At Black Project, equipment is not designed for a season. It is designed for years of paddling. Every paddle and fin begins with a clear objective: deliver consistent performance, withstand real-world use, and provide lasting value long after the first session.
With over 20,000 paddles and 10,000 fins produced and used worldwide, warranty claims remain consistently low — validating the durability of our designs and our decision to extend coverage.
The 2-year limited warranty reflects that standard. It is not a marketing addition. It is the outcome of refined designs, proven materials, tightly controlled production, and years of testing on the water.
The warranty exists for one reason — to give paddlers confidence and peace of mind when investing in performance-driven, quality equipment built to compete at the highest level. If something genuinely isn’t right, we stand behind it.
Why a 2-Year Warranty Now?
Performance equipment must balance low weight, efficiency, and responsiveness with long-term strength and durability. Over many years of design development, material refinement, and controlled production processes, Black Project paddles, fins, and bag have consistently demonstrated very low real-world failure rates.
The decision to introduce a 2-year warranty reflects that experience and provides additional peace of mind for customers.
The 2-year warranty acknowledges that modern Black Project products are built for long-term use, giving paddlers confidence that their equipment is designed to perform reliably season after season.
What the Warranty Represents
A warranty should not exist to replace products unnecessarily. It should exist to provide clarity, confidence, and fair support when something genuinely isn’t right.
At Black Project, reliability begins long before a product reaches the water. Paddle and fin designs are developed through extensive real-world testing, refined through continuous athlete feedback, and built using carefully selected materials and controlled production processes. Every model reflects a deliberate balance of performance, strength, and long-term durability.
The 2-year warranty reflects this approach. It exists as a clear commitment to the standards behind the products — confidence in how they are designed, built, and used — rather than as a substitute for durability or quality.
Designed for Real Ownership
One of the underlying ideas behind Black Project products is long-term ownership.
Many paddlers refine their setup over time. Blade sizes change. Shaft preferences evolve. Equipment gets serviced, adjusted, or updated. The goal is not disposable performance, but sustainable performance.
The warranty sits alongside this philosophy. When issues occur, the focus is on practical solutions — repairing or replacing components where appropriate, rather than replacing entire products unnecessarily. This approach reduces waste, lowers shipping impact, and keeps paddlers on the water faster.
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Supporting Paddlers, Not Creating Barriers
Warranty processes should be straightforward. When a claim is submitted, each case is reviewed individually, based on real usage and real conditions. The objective is not to look for reasons to deny claims, but to understand what happened and respond appropriately.
And when something falls outside warranty coverage, support doesn’t stop.
Wherever possible, the aim is to find a practical and cost-effective way to get equipment back in use.
Because ultimately, the goal is simple: more time paddling, less time dealing with problems.
Proven Through Real-World Testing
Years of athlete feedback, customer use, and real-world testing across racing, touring, and surfing environments have shaped the current generation of Black Project products. The 2-year warranty is not an assumption — it reflects confidence built through considered design, precise material selection, and extensive real-world testing.
We recognize that purchasing a Black Project paddle, fin, or bag is a significant investment. We take that responsibility seriously by engineering products that perform consistently and are built to last.
Read the full 2-Year Warranty Policy for complete details on coverage and claims.
