Quick Guide: Hydro FlowX vs. Hydro TempoX vs. Hydro SprintX
One of the most important decisions you'll make as a standup paddler is deciding which paddle is right for you. While you don't need to limit yourself to one paddle,…
Black Project’s 2022 SUP Paddle Collection
Our 2022 SUP paddle collection features 9 premium SUP paddles for SUP racing, surfing, foiling, touring and more.
New Paddlers Find Tribe in Thriving Portland SUP Community
Evan Le’s first exposure to standup paddling was similar to most people’s first time trying the sport––a rental shop. The only difference is he wasn’t even looking for a SUP…
New PowerGrip Handle Will Maximize Your SUP Paddle Performance
If you want to paddle faster, the power is in your hands.  Like a sticky set of tires on a sports car, a paddle handle is critical to ensuring you are…
Reviews: Hydro FlowX SUP Paddle Earns High Praise
The response to our new Hydro FlowX has been overwhelming. Featuring a revolutionary new design––including our proprietary Advanced Flow Technology and Deep Power Scoop––the goal of the Hydro FlowX was…
Niek Van Der Linde Uses Hydro FlowX to Set 24-Hour Distance Record in SUP 11-City Race
One of the most grueling races in the sport, the SUP 11-City Tour tests paddlers to their physical and mental limits. The event takes place in Friesland, a northern province in Holland,…
Black Project and Paddle Logger Launch New Collaboration
If you’re serious about becoming a better paddler, you need to start tracking your training sessions. Analyzing paddle data not only helps you understand the impact of specific technique or…
How Does Paddler Height & Weight Affect Shaft Flex Choice?
Too many paddlers are risking injury––because they're using a paddle that isn't tailored to their size and needs. And while paddle length and blade size get most of the attention…
Carbon SUP Paddles: How Innovative Design & Superior Materials Fuel Black Project’s Performance Advantage
The higher the carbon content, the better the paddle, right? Well, it’s a little more complicated. Typically, paddles with a higher carbon content are more expensive, lighter and offer faster…
The Benefits of Rounded Edges and Seamless Joints on a SUP Paddle
Safer, Lighter & Stronger SUP Paddles In the early days of SUP, there was one particular issue with paddles that really bothered us––the simple act of paddling was damaging our…