Despite their small pack size, good three-piece paddles have great performance and are lightweight. In the generation of inflatable boards (iSUPs), owning a three-piece paddle is actually essential. It fits perfectly in the iSUP carrying backpack and can therefore be transported comfortably and stress-free or checked in easily on flights. Three-piece packs are available in all price ranges. We wanted to know whether it really makes sense to spend a little more money on your drive motor on holiday. The answer lies in the attitude to sport: light is always better and unfortunately usually involves more expense. Three-piece bikes don't always have the same pack size either. This can be annoying if one section is considerably longer than the others and then sticks out of the rucksack like a chimney.
BUGZ Carbon 180-209
Conclusion Here you get a very good SUP paddle for all-round use for little money. The Bugz is easy to hold, converts the paddle stroke well into power and can be easily adjusted or removed. A tip for long tours and paddlers who want to buy a decent SUP drive for less than 100 euros.
PLUS Great value for money, balanced power distribution, comfortable, lightweightMINUSThe Vario system snaps heavily
Price 99,95 EuroWeight 0.72 kgInfo www.tt-project.com
FANATIC Bamboo Carbon 40, 160-220, 8'0 (SUP tip)
Conclusion Anyone who buys this bamboo beauty is doing everything right: the high-performance feel-good paddle is agile, but still feels balanced in the hand. The shaft is pleasantly stiff. A great all-rounder for all paddle types.
PLUS Beautiful, bamboo veneered blade, balanced paddle behaviour, good performanceMINUSBamboo leaf somewhat sensitive to impact
Price approx. 250 EuroWeight 0.8 kgInfo www.fanatic-sup.com
JP Glass
Conclusion Without any familiarisation, you can take the JP Glas out for a spin by the sea or lake. The rather sporty, stiff riding feeling has a positive effect when sprinting in front of waves or in mini contests with paddle friends.
PLUS Balanced all-round concept, good performance, direct, sporty paddling behaviourMINUSVariable fastener has edges that are too sharp
Price not specifiedWeight 0.8 kgInfo www.jp-australia.com/2014/sup/
NAISH Hele 8.5, 185-235
ConclusionYou can tell that the Naish concept is mature. The Hele is not only light, it is very balanced and the power transmission - whether sprinting, cruising or steering - is optimal. A very good all-round paddle with plenty of flex. For every skill level and every use.
PLUS Good price-performance ratio, spar cannot twist, sporty and agile paddle behaviour, light in the hand
Price 199 EuroWeight 0.76 kgInfo www.naishsurfing.com
QUICKBLADE Kanaha AC Carbon 90
Conclusion The Ferrari of paddles is light as a feather in the hand. The paddle blade cuts through the water exceptionally well. Every pull is immediately converted into propulsion. A great touring and racing paddle, whether at the home spot or when travelling. Unfortunately, the visually sophisticated Vario system has some play for the price.
PLUS Extremely light, super performance, sporty and direct, elegant look, comfort gripMINUSVery expensive
Price 399 EuroWeight 0.62 kgInfo www.quickbladepaddles.com
RRD Red Alu Adjustable M
Conclusion The RRD is easy to adjust, the performance is good despite its heavy aluminium construction and the price is top. Compared to its competitors in the cheap paddle test group, it is a real bargain. Not a real option for serious paddlers who would like to pay a little more for a good paddle.
PLUS Good price, robust, tip for white water raftersMINUSHeavy, top-heavy
Price 119 EuroWeight 1.16 kgInfo www.robertoriccidesigns.com
