What is a Paddleboard?

A paddleboard is similar in design to a surfboard and uses a single bladed paddle with a long shaft. Paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and is a cross between surfing and canoeing. The paddler generally uses the paddle to steer, and alternates sides during paddling. Paddleboards can vary in length, width, depth, weight and construction, and are used for all sorts of conditions and waterways.
KPC has dozens of boards and paddles, in a variety of lengths and styles. Our recreational boards range from 9’6″ to 12’6″ and are designed to do it all, whether you are a novice in flat conditions or an experienced paddler surfing waves on a windy day in the Okanagan. Our 14′ SIC race boards are ideal for competitive paddlers, and feature a displacement hull with a pointed nose for increased speed. Our recreational paddles are lightweight and adjustable, putting less stress on joints and muscles. We also have carbon race paddles in various lengths for competitive paddlers.
Paddleboarding, or in the Hawaiian language “hoe he’e nalu”, originated in Hawaii. Paddleboarding is an offshoot of surfing that enables surfers to paddle farther into the ocean to find more waves. Paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing watersport in the world with events for all ages and abilities. Paddleboards are great for a variety of conditions and activities.

