If you’re paddling several different boards and they sit at different heights in the water or you sharing a paddle with other family members an adjustable paddle is a great idea. If you only have one board or have a preferred length irrespective of board-size then a fixed paddle is for you. You lose less power into the join but you will need to cut it down to size yourself which involves a hacksaw or similar, some sanding paper and something to tape/glue it in place. In terms of blade shape our surf pro is very similar to QB’s V-Drive which is an excellent high aspect all-round paddle. We recommens the 91 for medium to heavyweight riders or those looking for some grunt and the 81 to lighter riders or those looking for ultimate cadence (a high stroke rate).