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		Joe Blair on stand up paddle surf boards for big boys.

Stand-up Paddling instructions and maintenance

Stand-up paddling Safety Information

Medical Breakthrough

The shorter stand-up is faster; turns quicker and is way more manageable than bigger ones. Once you ride one and try to go back to your 10' it gets in it's own way and you screw up your ride.

They really don't paddle that much slower than the bigger ones. Turning the board to catch the wave is way easier an quicker. Dropping in late is way easier and being smaller you can on it quicker and rip the wave way - way better.

I have full concave going into double concave with "V" in the tail. This makes the board faster. I also have a speed spot between your feet so it is faster. Very important is that I have softer rails going back further so the board is smoother and more maneuverable. My fins are moved up 4" further than all other manufacturers so the board is quicker turning.

These boards are big so you have to totally re-think fin placement. The back fin has a 10" box so you can cluster the fins together for tighter turns in smaller surf or move the fin back for overhead waves like a semi-gun. The adjustable gives this board a much bigger range. I have found that 3 fins (4 - 5/8") all the way around works best. The 2 + 1 has small fins on the sides which gives no punch and the 9.5" center fin in the back makes it stiff turning.

The round pin is 3 times better than a squash or swallow tail because round pins eliminate the 12" of straight rail in the tail right where you need curve to get tighter and quicker turns. The round pin rolls into turns quicker, smoother, and hangs in better when going fast. Ridding smaller boards has made this incredible sport way better than it already is. Thanks for the aloha Laird!!!

Just try one and you'll never look back.

Call (760) 809-9074 to take one for a spin at cardiff reef.

Aloha,

J. Blair

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Blair Quad Standup Paddleboards

Blair Standup Paddleboards

This board has a concave nose transitioning into a double concave which makes this board really fast, especially in mushier surf.

The fins are moved up 6 inches further and are set in more than industry standards

"9.11e"

Dimensions:
9 foot 11 inch length
18 inch nose
29-1/2 inch width
18 inch tail
4-5/8 inch thickness
17.8 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Available in any fin configuration; single fin, 3-fin or quad fin

"9.11e"

Dimensions:
9 foot 11 inch length
18 inch nose
29-1/2 inch width
18 inch tail
4-5/8 inch thickness
17.8 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Available in any fin configuration; single fin, 3-fin or quad fin

"9.11e"

Dimensions:
9 foot 11 inch length
18 inch nose
29-1/2 inch width
18 inch tail
4-5/8 inch thickness
17.8 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Available in any fin configuration; single fin, 3-fin or quad fin

Stand up paddle boarding is a very unique sport. 80% of the exercise is used by every muscle in your body to maintain balance, the remaining 20% is paddling

Although typically concentrated on ocean coastlines, this historic sport can be enjoyed on any inland lake or calm river throughout the world

"10.1e"

Dimensions:
10 foot 1 inch length
19-1/2 inch nose
29-1/2 inch width
18 inch tail
4-1/2 inch thickness
17.8 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Available in any fin configuration; single fin, 3-fin or quad fin

The three fin and the quad have much more acceleration out of the turns that a single fin

Fin placement which is confidential is a major factor in high performance stand up paddle boards.

"10.1e"

Dimensions:
10 foot 1 inch length
19-1/2 inch nose
29-1/2 inch width
18 inch tail
4-1/2 inch thickness
17.8 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Available in any fin configuration; single fin, 3-fin or quad fin

Joe's stand up paddle board outline is influenced by his speed egg model:

concave in the nose fading to double concave through the speed spot with a subtle transition to "V" in the tail. The board features plenty of nose kick to prevent pearling and ample tail rocker for easy turning. Finally, the most important factor is the fin placement; several inches further up than all other boards.

"11.0e"

Dimensions:
11 foot 0 inch length
21-1/8 inch nose
32 inch width
18-1/2 inch tail
5 inch thickness
22.7 lbs weight*

*epoxy model

Come and try this evolving, historic style of surfing. Boards are currently available for you to take out for a spin so you can try before you buy; please call for availability.

Currently, the above sizes are in stock; these boards can be made any size you desire. Call us for more information on custom shaped orders.

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Important Stand up Paddling Instructions and Maintenance Information:

When stand-up paddling, use a parallel stance. If your shins start to fatigue, you are trying to balance with your toes. Relax and bend your knees a little more; feel the ocean and stay loose.
When preparing to catch a wave, transition from the parallel stance to a wider surfing stance for stability.
While paddling in your surfing stance, or when paddling parallel, while digging with the paddle lean to the side of the paddle which will keep your board running in a straight line.
Stand further back on the board for quicker and easier turning.
When caught inside, knee paddle with the paddle using a shorter grip, dig fast and hard for stability and speed to get out past the impact zone.
Do not ride the board into shallow water where the fin could get dug into the reef or sand. These boards weight and power to tear the fin and box right out of the board if it gets beached.
If the board gets dinged, take it out of the water immediately and let it dry for at least three days. Repair with EPOXY ONLY.
Stand-up paddling is the best cross training exercise in the world, which makes this sport so fantastic because you use every muscle in your entire body to keep your balance. The combination of paddling and balance coordination improves overall core strength as well.

Aloha,

J. Blair

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Important Stand Up Board Safety Information:

These stand up paddle boards are big and can hurt you if you get hit by them, so dive far away from the board; stiff arm out with your grip hand holding the paddle so it doesn't hit you.
Stay under water for a bit; then come up with an arm block overhead because your leash will be stretched way out and the board will fly back at you.
You can break your paddle if you fall on it, or on to the board. You can also hurt yourself.
Throw the paddle away if you get caught in any uncontrollable situation, then swim back to retrieve the paddle once free.
No paddle = No fun!

Aloha,

J. Blair

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