Surge SUP Surfing Paddle
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"A SUP PADDLE THAT WILL HELP IMPROVE YOUR SURFING AND KEEP YOU ON THE WATER HOUR AFTER HOUR"
SURGE
SUP SURFING PADDLE
The best SUP surfing paddle – The lightweight, agile & strong SUP paddle for surfers. This is the most used paddle by APP surfing athletes including Bernd Roediger, Wellington Reis, Leo Gimenes, Sebastian Gomez Del Castillo, Vania Torres Olivieri, and Arthur Arutkin. Maximilian Torres demonstrated the paddle’s pedigree by winning the SUP Surfing world title at the 2023 ISA World Championships.
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WHY CHOOSE THIS PADDLE?
For SUP surfers looking to catch more waves, rip harder, and experience less fatigue during long sessions, the Surge delivers.
The Scooped Dihedral blade bites the water and delivers the instant acceleration needed to scratch into set waves or escape the impact zone. To improve stability, the extended tapered scoop ensures you’ll always get a powerful stroke.
Thanks to our 30T carbon construction, the Surge is not only the lightest surf paddle on the market (from 350 gr / 12.35 oz) but also incredibly durable, built to withstand a pounding from the burliest waves.
Our smooth blade edges increase safety and blade strength, while also reducing damage to your board’s rails.
The L, M, S and XS blades feature our reduced (26mm) diameter shaft (RDS/Slim) for increased comfort, while the XL uses our regular (29mm) shaft for larger paddlers.
PADDLE TECHNOLOGY & FEATURES
EXTENDED TAPERED SCOOP
- Ensures you always get a powerful stroke.
- Forgiving when you don't get the full blade in the water.
- Adds power for scratching into waves or punching through whitewater.
SCOOPED DIHEDRAL BLADE TECHNOLOGY
- Single dihedral design is scooped out on either side of the central forward ridge.
- Securely holds water through the power phase and eliminates lateral blade movement.
- Delivers force in a smooth, efficient manner.
APEX CARBON SHAFT
- 30T Pre-Preg carbon shaft.
- Delivers excellent performance, very low weight, and a near-zero failure rate.
- Exceptional impact resistance is ideal for SUP surfing.
SURF GRIP
- Specifically designed for SUP surfing.
- Curved back and flat front creates a very different feel from other handles.
- Shape provides instant feedback for easier orientation and faster reactions.
- Surf Grip is comfortable for long surf sessions but not ideal for long distance flat water paddling.
- Formally known as T-Handle
SLIM & REGULAR DIAMETER SHAFT ALTERNATIVES
- 26mm (Slim) shaft on Large, Medium, Small and Extra-Small blade sizes.
- 29mm (Regular) shaft for XL blade.
CARBON REINFORCED ROUNDED EDGES
- We added extra carbon reinforcement to the blades edges.
- All edges are rounded with smooth transitions.
- Reduces or eliminates board damage.
- Increased paddle strength.
- Rounded edges are safer, especially in the surf.
SLIM-LINE BLADE/SHAFT JOINT
- Smooth edges prevents board damage.
- Reduces drag through the water.
- Sleek and efficient transition between shaft and blade.
- Reduces blade weight.
SHALLOW 8° BLADE ANGLE
- Direct and positive feel.
- Instant acceleration.
FIVE BLADE SIZES
- Extra-Large: 568cm² / 88.0 in² | For 80 - 105 kg / 175 - 230 lbs
- Large: 545cm² / 84.5in² | For 70 - 95 kg / 155 - 210 lbs
- Medium: 519cm² / 80.4in² | For 60 - 85 kg / 130 - 185 lbs
- Small: 485cm² / 75.2in² | For 50 - 75 kg / 110 - 165 lbs
- Extra-Small: 446cm² / 69.1in² | For 40 - 65 kg / 85 - 140 lbs
3-PIECE TRAVEL OPTION
- The shaft has 2 x HEX joints.
- Built to your desired length.
- Looks and paddles like a 1-piece paddle.
- Complete with 3-piece paddle bag.
- Ideal for travel.
- Ideal for storage.
THE LIGHTEST SURF PADDLE
- All unnecessary weight removed.
- Example: Medium that’s cut to 69″ (175cm) is only 13.2 oz (373 gr).
- Approx. 50 gr lighter than any other surf paddle.
- Reduced weight translates into improved paddling and surfing experience.
- Reduced weight is good for your body.
- Despite the low weight the Surge is incredibly strong and built to handle the toughest situations.
PADDLE FEATURES
- Surf Grip
- The Lightest Surf Paddle fr. 350 gr. (12.35 oz.)
- APEX 30T Carbon Shaft
- 26mm & 29mm Shaft Options
- 3-Piece Option Available
- Slim-Line Blade/Shaft Joint
- Scooped Dihedral Blade Technology
- Rounded Edges for Reduced Board Damage
- Shallow 8° Blade angle
- Sizes: XL, L, M, S, XS
- Extended Tapered Scoop
SCOOPED DIHEDRAL BLADE TECHNOLOGY (SDBT)
SURF GRIP HANDLE
APEX CARBON SHAFT
The Apex shafts also feature 30T pre-preg carbon laminates for reduced weight and increased paddling power. Being marginally stiffer than previous models the shafts have been optimized for the full range of paddlers. With the trend towards slightly higher volume SUP surf boards, we wanted to increase power slightly and these new shafts help us achieve this while maintaining our familiar flex, reducing fatigue, and safeguarding against injury – when the surf is good, we want you to make the most of it with long pain free sessions.
BUILT FOR SURFING
The Surge was designed to meet the specific demands of SUP surfing, it has become the paddle of choice for many competitive and recreational SUP surfers worldwide. We set out to create the best SUP surfing paddle on the market—the Surge is that paddle. At the end of the day, we’re SUP surfers too and that inspires what we do.
DESIGNED & BUILT
FOR SURFING
The Surge was designed to meet the specific demands of SUP surfing; it has become the paddle of choice for many competitive and recreational SUP surfers worldwide. We set out to create the best SUP surfing paddle on the market—the Surge is that paddle. At the end of the day, we’re SUP surfers too and that inspires what we do.
SHALLOW 8°
BLADE ANGLE
The shallow 8° blade angle results in a quick, direct, and positive feel. The lower blade angle allows paddlers to enjoy a high cadence paddle stroke while sprinting to catch waves.
ROUNDED EDGES FOR
REDUCED BOARD DAMAGE
We smoothed out all edges and incorporated our slim-line joint to make a sleek and efficient paddle. This increases safety, increases blade strength, and reduces board damage.
29mm & 26mm
ROUND SHAFT OPTIONS
The Surge is available with both 29mm diameter and 26mm shaft options. With a range of flex options, each Surge paddle is custom tuned to suit your specific needs as a SUP surfer.
PRECISION
CNC BLADE CORE
The Surge paddle is molded from pre-preg carbon with a lightweight high density CNC'd foam core. This precision improves laminate adhesion increasing the longevity of your investment in a quality paddle.
30T CARBON
CONSTRUCTION
The Surge paddle is built with 30T pre-preg carbon for increased strength, blade stiffness, and durability. The result is a more responsive feeling and lighter paddle.
THE LIGHTEST
SUP SURFING PADDLE
Throughout the design process, all unnecessary weight was removed. The reduced weight translates into an improved paddling experience, while also being easier on your body.
"I NOW CATCH MORE WAVES AND SURF BETTER AS A RESULT"
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Pain free sessions
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SPECIFICATIONS AND PADDLE SIZING
We don’t think you need to be an expert paddler to enjoy the benefits of a custom paddle. In fact, it’s why we offer the Surge in five blade options and four shaft options to best suit your specific paddling needs. Choosing the right paddle might seem daunting at first, but don’t worry, we made it easy to identify which is the best option for your optimal paddling experience.
| XL | L | M | S | XS |
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Size (cm2) | 568 | 545 | 519 | 485 | 446 |
Size (in2) | 88.0 | 84.5 | 80.4 | 75.2 | 69.1 |
Shaft Diameter (mm) | 29 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
Shaft Options | Apex Flex 75 | APEX Flex 85 | APEX Flex 95 or 85 | APEX Flex 95 or 105 | APEX Flex 105 |
Max Width (mm/in) | 187 / 7.36 | 183 / 7.20 | 175 / 6.89 | 165 / 6.50 | 155 / 6.10 |
Blade Length (mm/in) | 467 / 18.39 | 464 / 18.27 | 461 / 18.15 | 452 / 17.80 | 444 / 17.48 |
Paddler Weight (KG) | 80 - 105 | 70 - 95 | 60 - 85 | 50 - 75 | 40 - 65 |
Paddler Weight (lbs) | 175 - 230 | 155 - 210 | 130 - 185 | 110 - 165 | 85 - 140 |
SHAFT STIFFNESS
Weight | Recommended | Alternative |
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45 - 55 / 99 - 121 | APEX Flex 105 | None |
56 - 60 / 123 - 132 | APEX Flex 105 | APEX Flex 95 |
61 - 65 / 134 - 143 | APEX Flex 95 | APEX Flex 105 |
66 - 75 / 145 - 165 | APEX Flex 95 | None |
76 - 85 / 167 - 187 | APEX Flex 95 | APEX Flex 85 |
86 - 90 / 189 - 198 | APEX Flex 85 | APEX Flex 95 |
91 - 95 / 200 - 209 | APEX Flex 85 | APEX Flex 75 |
96 - 100 / 211 - 220 | APEX Flex 75 | None |
101 - 106 / 222 - 233 | APEX Flex 75 | None |
SUP PADDLE LENGTH GUIDE FOR SURFING
This table is not designed to be a one-size-fits-all solution, and recommended lengths may vary by approximately 1″ (2.5cm) depending on the paddler’s preference. It’s easier to cut your paddle down than to glue on more shaft (especially with our hot glue construction), so we err on the side of caution by recommending the longer end of the spectrum.
Height (ft / cm / in) | 40+ ltrs of +ve buoyancy | <40 ltrs of +ve buoyancy | <20 ltrs of +ve buoyancy |
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5′ / 60 / 152 | 64 / 163 | 61 / 155 | 60 / 152 |
5′ 1″ / 61 / 155 | 65 / 165 | 62 / 157 | 61 / 155 |
5′ 2″ / 62 / 157 | 66 / 168 | 63 / 160 | 62 / 157 |
5′ 3″ / 63 / 160 | 67 / 170 | 64 / 163 | 63 / 160 |
5′ 4″ / 64 / 163 | 68 / 173 | 65 / 165 | 64 / 163 |
5′ 5″ / 65 / 165 | 69 / 175 | 66 / 168 | 65 / 165 |
5′ 6″ / 66 / 168 | 70 / 178 | 67 / 170 | 66 / 168 |
5′ 7″ / 67 / 170 | 71 / 180 | 68 / 173 | 67 / 170 |
5′ 8″ / 68 / 173 | 72 / 183 | 69 / 175 | 68 / 173 |
5′ 9″ / 69 / 175 | 73 / 185 | 70 / 178 | 69 / 175 |
5′ 10″ / 70 / 178 | 74 / 188 | 71 / 180 | 70 / 178 |
5′ 11″ / 71 / 180 | 75 / 191 | 72 / 183 | 71 / 180 |
6′ / 72 / 183 | 76 / 193 | 73 / 185 | 72 / 183 |
6′ 1″ / 73 / 185 | 77 / 196 | 74 / 188 | 73 / 185 |
6′ 2″ / 74 / 188 | 78 / 198 | 75 / 191 | 74 / 188 |
6′ 3″ / 75 / 191 | 79 / 201 | 76 / 193 | 75 / 191 |
6′ 4″ / 76 / 193 | 80 / 203 | 77 / 196 | 76 / 193 |
6′ 5″ / 77 / 196 | 81 / 206 | 78 / 198 | 77 / 196 |
6′ 6″ / 78 / 198 | 82 / 208 | 79 / 201 | 78 / 198 |
COMPARE SUP PADDLES FOR SURFING
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SURGE | SURGE 3-Piece | |
Best For | SUP 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 For | Intermediate to professional athletes. | Intermediate to professional athletes. |
Sizes Available | XL, L, M, S & XS | XL, L, M, S & XS |
Shaft | APEX 30T Carbon | APEX 30T Carbon |
Shaft Options (mm) | 29 Standard 26 Slim | 29 Standard 26 Slim |
Flex Options | 75 / 85 / 95 / 105 | 75 / 85 / 95 / 105 |
Handle Options | Surf Grip | Surf Grip |
Construction | 30T Carbon | 30T Carbon |
# of HEX Joins | None | 2 |
Blade Angle (degrees) | 8° | 8° |
Bag | Yes, 1-Piece | Yes, 3-Piece |
Weight (gr / oz) | From 350 / 12.35 | From 400 / 14.11 |
Warranty | 1yr | 1yr |
USA Retail (Ex Tax) | $575 With Bag | $575 With Bag |
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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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Bt far the most popular size of blade is the Medium which is 80.4 in² / 519cm². This is what the majority of our athletes use. Be sure to refer to sizing table to select the right size for your weight.
When ordering via our website the Surge paddle is supplied complete with our Paddle Bag, it is not a free bag and some US and international retailers do sell the paddle without the bag at an adjusted price. We strongly recommend that you protect your investment with a quality padded bag, ideally a Black Project one.
Yes, if your local SUP store is an official Black Project retail partner they will be able to arrange your new paddle. If they are not currently one of our retailers you can either buy online or ask them to get in contact with us. Refer to our Dealer Locator Map to find your closest store.
We ship from our Maui workshop via FedEx 2-Day shipping to all 50 states, we do not charge for this service. We also offer low shipping rates worldwide via FedEx International Economy.
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Based in Hawaii, we were determined to design the best SUP surfing paddle on the market. At the time, not much was being made specifically for SUP surfing and as avid SUP surfers ourselves, that just didn’t seem right. So we went to work.
The demands of surfing are very different from racing and flat water paddling, but the real challenge was quantifying those differences and settling on new design parameters. We built several quality prototypes, but still weren’t satisfied.
We spent months sitting in the lineup watching paddlers, talking to paddlers, trying their paddles, and session-by-session, the pieces started to come together. Our extensive research and development finally came to fruition with the Surge.
What Makes a Good SUP Surfing Paddle?
By carefully analyzing what SUP surfers actually do, we changed some of our initial ideas. In the often frantic scramble to turn and catch the set wave or avoid destruction, SUP paddle stroke technique is at its worst. With paddlers jabbing more than stroking, we needed to adjust how the paddle behaved.
In essence, the paddle needs to grab the water and correct the stroke quickly for power and acceleration. Because in an environment when a couple of meters can make the difference between a long hold down and safely making it over the set wave, maximum power is essential. With more power and drive, the Surge helps your SUP surfboard accelerate quicker so that it’s much easier to catch more waves.
The paddle also needed to be lightweight, small and easy to maneuver. In SUP surfing, there is a lot of paddle movement and switching sides both during paddling and riding. Naturally, a lighter paddle makes it much easier to adjust the paddle position. This meant that we needed a small, lightweight paddle with tons of acceleration and power.
With a smaller blade, we also wanted to go with a slimmer shaft to both reduce weight and increase strength. Not to mention, a slim shaft is easier to swing and hold onto. For some paddlers, this takes some time to adjust to, but once you do you’ll never want to go back.
The XL is designed for bigger paddlers and bigger boards, hence using the Standard Diameter shaft (SDS) seems sensible. All other sizes use our Reduced Diameter Shaft (RDS), also know as SLIM.
What Size SUP Surfing Paddle Do I Need?
As we moved through the development process, our blades and overall paddle dimensions were getting smaller. 165 pound (75kg) paddlers were now comfortable using a sub-80 square inch blade, when they were using 85s in the past.
To really perfect a design you need to push the limits and see where the observed relationship breaks down, then you can step back and moderate. What started as two Surge paddle sizes has grown into a range of five – XL, Large, Medium, Small & XS.
What Blade Angle Is Best For SUP Surfing?
With the typical surfer’s paddle stroke being short and fast, the angle of the blade was kept to 8°—giving paddlers a positive and direct feel.
Is More Shaft Flex Better For SUP Surfing?
We increased the shaft and overall paddle flex to provide a smoother power delivery, and also improve bracing and pivoting while SUP surfing.
Lighter Is Better
Weight is very important and the lighter you can go—without sacrificing strength—the better. The smaller blades and reduced diameter shaft automatically made the paddles lighter, but we continued to push the boundaries of what was possible. Using our premium TEXCARBON construction, we were able to further maximize strength and minimize weight.
The result is this paddle weighs as little as 309 grams or 10.9 oz (depending on size and options), making the Surge the lightest SUP surfing paddle you’ll find.
A few grams or ounces, might not seem like much, but it makes a big difference when you are in the surf zone and trying to scratch into a big set wave.
Efficient Blade Shaping Saves Energy
Drawing on our experiences with race paddle development, we increased the blade shaping considerably from earlier prototypes. The dihedral shaping features a pronounced center ridge, which is then scooped out towards the blade edge.
This shaping delivers power and also stabilizes the stroke—ensuring you get the boost of speed you need. The shaping tapers toward the tip but remains pronounced, which helps deliver consistent power even if you don’t get your full paddle blade in the water. The front of the blade is angled with a soft center ridge which increases strength.
A Safer Paddle
To improve safety and reduce board damage, the blade edges were rounded.
The Favorite Paddle of Pro SUP Surfing Athletes
The Surge was designed to meet SUP surfers’ specific needs and has become the paddle of choice for many APP World Tour athletes including; Bernd Roediger, Leco Salazar, Wellington Reis, Lara Claydon, Vania Torres Olivieri and more.
Thanks to its high power-to-weight ratio and comfortable slim shaft, the Surge is also the recommended paddle for SUP Foiling. It is the paddle of choice for pioneers of downwind foiling including M20 Champion Annie Reickert, as well as Finn Spencer, Jeffrey Spencer and more.
SURGE Paddle Sizes & Data
| XL | L | M | S | XS |
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Size (cm2) | 568 | 545 | 519 | 485 | 446 |
Size (in2) | 88.0 | 84.5 | 80.4 | 75.2 | 69.1 |
Shaft Diameter (mm) | 29 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 |
Shaft Options | Apex Flex 75 | APEX Flex 85 | APEX Flex 95 or 85 | APEX Flex 95 or 105 | APEX Flex 105 |
Max Width (mm/in) | 187 / 7.36 | 183 / 7.20 | 175 / 6.89 | 165 / 6.50 | 155 / 6.10 |
Blade Length (mm/in) | 467 / 18.39 | 464 / 18.27 | 461 / 18.15 | 452 / 17.80 | 444 / 17.48 |
Paddler Weight (KG) | 80 - 105 | 70 - 95 | 60 - 85 | 50 - 75 | 40 - 65 |
Paddler Weight (lbs) | 175 - 230 | 155 - 210 | 130 - 185 | 110 - 165 | 85 - 140 |
The Best Paddle For SUP Surfing
We set out to create the best SUP surfing paddle on the market—the Surge is that paddle. If you want the best, sometimes you just need to build it yourself. At the end of the day, we’re SUP surfers too and that inspires what we do at Black Project.
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