BLACK PROJECT SUP PADDLES

#1 RATED SUP PADDLES WHICH ARE LIGHTER,
STRONGER, FASTER & BETTER FOR YOUR BODY

INNOVATIVE PADDLE DESIGNS TO MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND PROTECT YOUR BODY

INNOVATIVE PADDLE DESIGNS TO MAXIMIZE PERFORMANCE AND PROTECT YOUR BODY

Are you reaching your potential in standup paddling?

Too many people are still using outdated SUP paddles that aren’t suited to their unique needs on the water. Since 2011, we’ve made it our mission to ensure standup paddlers of all abilities and budgets have access to premium paddles that both perform and protect.

Black Project paddles are lighter, stronger and more efficient. Carefully designed to deliver a smoother and more powerful stroke, paddlers will benefit from significantly improved performance, reduced fatigue, and better protection against injuries. This rare combination is the result of our cutting-edge R&D process that includes computational modeling, prototyping via 3D printers, and hours of testing and debriefing with our roster of professional paddlers.

We offer nine unique models, each with multiple sizes and options. No matter if you’re a racer, a surfer, or a first-time paddler—we’ve developed a SUP paddle to enhance your on-water experience.

Let’s get started.

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CHRIS FREEMAN | FOUNDER, BLACK PROJECT

Are you reaching your standup paddling potential?

Too many people are still using outdated SUP paddles that aren’t suited to their unique needs on the water. Since 2011, we’ve made it our mission to ensure standup paddlers of all abilities and budgets have access to premium paddles that both perform and protect.

Black Project paddles are lighter, stronger and more efficient. Carefully designed to deliver a smoother and more powerful stroke, paddlers will benefit from significantly improved performance, reduced fatigue, and better protection against injuries. This rare combination is the result of our cutting-edge R&D process that includes computational modeling, prototyping via 3D printers, and hours of testing and debriefing with our roster of professional paddlers.

We offer nine unique models, each with multiple sizes and options. No matter if you’re a racer, a surfer, or a first-time paddler—we’ve developed a SUP paddle to enhance your on-water experience.

Let’s get started.

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CHRIS FREEMAN | FOUNDER, BLACK PROJECT

ELEVATE YOUR YOUR
SUP PADDLING EXPERIENCE

#1 RATED SUP PADDLES RECOMMENDED FOR YOU

COMPARE SUP PADDLES:
SUP RACING, TOURING & FITNESS



HYDRO SYNERGY-X

HYDRO SPRINT-X

HYDRO TEMPO-X

Best For:Serious paddlers who want the very best performace for racing & touring with reduced fatigue.Competitive and professional racers looking maximum speed during sprint or short distance races.Ideal for enthusiasts looking to take their flat water paddling to the next step.
Suitable For:Intermediate to advanced paddlersAdvanced to professional athletes.Intermediate to advanced paddlers
Ideal cadence:Medium to HighHigh to Very HighMedium
Sizes AvailableXL, Large, Medium, Small & XSXL, Large, Medium & SmallXL, Large, Medium & Small
ShaftTour CarbonTour CarbonQuest Carbon
Shaft TypeDouble Taper
(Round-Oval-Round)
Double Taper
(Round-Oval-Round)
Round
Handle OptionsPowerGrip
Matte Carbon Finish
PowerGrip
Matte Carbon Finish
Red PowerGrip
Matte Red Finish
Construction30T
Pre-Preg Carbon
30T
Pre-Preg Carbon
24T
Pre-Preg Carbon
Options1-Piece
3-Piece
1-Piece1-Piece
2-Piece Adj.
3-Piece Adj.
3-Piece Join Type2 x HEXN/A1 x HEX
Blade Angle (degrees)10°7.5°10°
Weight (gr / oz)From 340 / 12.0From 375 / 13.2From 450 / 15.9
Warranty1yr1yr1yr
USA Retail (Ex Tax)$650
c/w bag
$650
c/w bag
From $425
c/w bag
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COMPARE SUP PADDLES:
SUP SURFING



SURGE

SURGE 3-Piece

Best ForSUP Paddlers who want to improve their SUP surfing,
& stay on the water longer to catch more waves.
SUP Paddlers who want to improve their SUP surfing,
and enjoy the connivence of a 3-piece travel paddle.
Suitable ForIntermediate to
professional athletes.
Intermediate to
professional athletes.
Sizes AvailableXL, L, M, S & XSXL, L, M, S & XS
ShaftAPEX
30T Carbon
APEX
30T Carbon
Shaft Options (mm)29 Standard
26 Slim
29 Standard
26 Slim
Flex Options75 / 85 / 95 / 10575 / 85 / 95 / 105
Handle OptionsSurf GripSurf Grip
Construction30T Carbon30T Carbon
# of HEX JoinsNone2
Blade Angle (degrees)
BagYes, 1-PieceYes, 3-Piece
Weight (gr / oz)From 350 / 12.35From 400 / 14.11
Warranty1yr1yr
USA Retail (Ex Tax)$575
With Bag
$575
With Bag
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COMPARE SUP PADDLES:
RECREATIONAL PADDLES



LAVA

OHANA

PURE

GROM

SCHOOL

Best For:Paddling in a wide range of environments, surfing one day, cruising the next & racing at the weekendFor those who need a paddle for all occasions and the entire family. Feature packed at an attractive price.Price sensitive customers looking for the benefits of carbon at an entry level price.Designed for kids. Perfectly optimized for the next generation of paddlers so that they can progress quickly & safely.Designed to meet the needs of first time paddlers and SUP rental/school businesses.
Suitable For:Intermediate to advanced paddlersNew paddler to intermediate paddlers.New paddler to intermediate paddlers.Kids.Schools & rental centers.
Sizes AvailableL / M / M-Slim / S-SlimL / M / M-Slim / S-SlimL / M / M-Slim / S-SlimXSLarge
ShaftREFLEX90REFLEX60REFLEX35 UDFG/CarbonFG100
Shaft OptionsFixed / Adj. / 3-pieceFixed / Adj. / 3-pieceAdj.Adj. / 3-pieceAdj. / 3-piece
Flex OptionsMediumStiff50, Medium75 & Medium100Medium75, Medium100 & Soft150Extra SoftMedium
Handle OptionsT or PalmT or PalmPalmPalmPalm
Construction90% Carbon60% Carbon35% CarbonFiberglass shaft & 50% carbon blade.Fiberglass shaft with plastic handle & blade
Travel OptionYESYESYESYESYES
Blade Angle (degrees)10°10°10°10°
Weight (gr / oz)From 450 / 15.9From 550 / 19.4From 600 / 21.2500 / 17.64790 / 27.9
Warranty1yr1yr1yr1yr1yr
USA Retail (Ex Tax)From $350From $300From $250From $250From $175
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NOT SURE HOW TO CHOOSE A NEW SUP PADDLE?

5-STEP GUIDE TO CHOOSING YOUR NEW SUP PADDLE.

LEARN ABOUT TYPES OF PADDLES, BLADE SIZE, SHAFT OPTIONS, HANDLES & PADDLE LENGTH SO THAT YOU CAN CONFIDENTLY CHOOSE & CUSTOMIZE YOUR NEW PADDLE.

Even the best SUP paddle isn’t ideal for all occasions. Paddlers need to consider a range of factors to determine the best paddle for them. This five-step guide explains the science of how paddles work so you can confidently choose the right paddle for your needs.

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“Changed the Game” | What Customers Say About Our Surge SUP Surf Paddle

If you want to surf longer, catch more waves, and experience less fatigue with fewer injuries—a high-performance SUP surfing paddle is the best investment you can make. In fact, we’d argue that using a premium surf paddle is even more important than the SUP surfboard beneath your feet. That may sound like hyperbole, but it’s actually based on real-world feedback we’ve received from current Surge owners—many of whom have used our paddle to transform their SUP surfing experience.  Lightweight and durable, the Surge combines exceptional power, blade stability and dynamic flex. The deep scooped dihedral blade shaping holds water securely through the power phase, while the TEXCARBON shaft provides unrivaled durability and flex for maximum performance. The smaller blade and increased flex is also easier on the body, allowing paddlers to surf longer, harder, and pain-free. To help you better understand how these innovative features translate into performance in the

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Portland SUP community paddlers Evan Le and Morgan McCann meet Black Project athletes Connor Baxter and Fiona Wylde.

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 when he showed up.   “We were renting kayaks and they happened to be out of kayaks,” said Evan. “So I went with a paddleboard instead,”   The experience stuck with him, and although he didn’t take another paddle stroke for three years, he finally purchased his first board in March 2021. Since that purchase, standup paddling has become his favorite hobby. Evan went from a 45-pound iSUP to a high-performance 14-foot race board in only four months. After upgrading to a Black Project Hydro FlowX paddle, Evan’s progression has continued to skyrocket.   FINDING A WELCOMING AND POSITIVE COMMUNITY IN STANDUP PADDLING As part of a Standup for the Cure event, Evan paddled 25 miles in one day on the Williamette

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Bernd Roediger on an Infinity BlackFish paddle board on Maui with a Black Project PowerGrip SUP Handle.

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 not wasting effort on the water.   Over the past twelve months, we have been hard at work refining the handles for our flat water and racing paddles. To make sure we got it right, we recruited the expertise of two elite paddlers—APP World Champion Arthur Arutkin and Maui waterman Bernd Roediger.   It took a lot of prototypes and many hours of on-water testing, but our combined efforts paid off with the all-new, PowerGrip Handle.   “We developed the PowerGrip Handle with the goal of using 100% of the resources from the paddle,” said APP World Champion Arthur Arutkin. “That means putting as much power as possible on the handle, while also ensuring a better grip to maximize control of the

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