Creed SUP-Carbon Fiber Stand Up Paddleboard Paddle - Fixed Length Comfort contour grip - Fits firmly but comfortably into the palm of your hand, providing great control and less fatigue. Carbon fiber Noto-shaft - featherlight while very strong. Our pro series SUP shafts feature a slight oval to give the paddle ultimate strength with minimal flex. This keeps your stroke strong and confident. Smooth blending throat - The throat on our paddles smoothly transitions the shaft into the shape of the pro blade on both the power and back face, providing some forgiveness if your stand up stroke is too deep, while being highly efficient when you're stroke is on the money. Pro Blade 8.5