Comments on: Kialoa Shaka Puu on a Diet

By: evan

evan — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 07:26:46 +0000

I also notice that a shorter length paddle shaft is easier on my shoulders. Just a 2″ difference makes an impact for me.

By: Srfnff - gary

Srfnff - gary — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:40:51 +0000

Evan,

I came to the same conclusion re the smaller paddle after purchasing the Infinity Otter Tail paddle. The pull is much easier on the shoulder and elbow joints, and it just seems like you can finesse the stroke and board position much easier with the smaller paddle.

By: DW

DW — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:29:36 +0000

I made the same modification to my wife’s Shaka Pu’u.

I think Kialoa needs to make smaller versions.

I wish the wild color blades had been offered when we bought ours.