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Friday, August 29, 2014
Stand Up Paddleboard Giveaway Winner
Congratulations Georgia SUP! You have won your choice of Cruiser SUP - the Cruiser Koa Air 10'2 (with a 3 piece Aluminum Alloy Adjustable Paddle)!
This absolutely beautiful and very light stand up paddle board is ideal for flat water and small surf. For more information on the Cruiser Koa Air and the entire Cruiser SUP line, please see our website.
Georgia SUP, please contact us ASAP at 1-888-291-9905 so that we can send you your new Cruiser SUP!
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
The All New Cruiser SUP Paddle Line
Introducing the all new line of Cruiser SUP Paddles. For this year, we have significantly improved the lever locking system to be much more sturdy and solid. When properly tightened, the handle will never slip or twist and your paddle will never fail you. We use the highest quality materials in the construction of every Cruiser SUP Paddle and the finished product is a premium product designed to last. Please scroll back through the blog to find a few recent posts on proper paddle maintenance and instruction on how to adjust your paddle.
Picking out the right paddle for you really depends on exactly what you want to get out of your paddle. It comes down to a matter of personal presence, your intended use of the paddle (touring, cruising, surfing, etc.), and the desired durability of the paddle.
As usual, when purchasing a Cruiser SUP, your paddle board comes with a complementary alloy paddle. The Cruiser SUP Alloy Adjustable Paddles are excellent beginner to intermediate paddles that are very durable and functional. However, as your love of the sport of SUP grows, you will desire a paddle with less weight and more performance. Therefore, for this year, we offer you four constructions, two different blade and shaft shapes, and the optional 3-piece construction. This variety in design and function ensures that one of our all new paddles will be the perfect fit for exactly what you desire in a paddle.
Here is an explanation of each of the all new Cruiser SUP Paddles and exactly what you can expect from each one.
- Ultimate Performance with All Carbon Construction
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction with 7" Blade and Skinny Shaft
CRUISER SUP 3 Piece All Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction in 3 Piece Model
Bamboo/All Carbon Construction Paddles:
- Ultimate Performance with All Carbon Construction
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction in 3 piece Model with Bamboo blade
- Ultimate in performance for a wide range of SUP Activities
- Same ultimate performance Hybrid Carbon Construction with 7" Blade and Skinny Shaft
CRUISER SUP 50% Carbon Adjustable Length STAND UP PADDLE (8" Blade)
- Featuring the full size (8") all Carbon Blade and 50% Carbon Painted Shaft.
- 50% Carbon Shaft gives the paddle superior strength and durability.
- 8" Blade provides excellent push when power stroking or for quick burst strokes.
- An amazing value for a paddle that works wonderfully for the whole family
CRUISER SUP 7" Blade/Skinny Shaft, 50% Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up
- Brand new 7" Blade with Skinny Shaft in 50% Carbon Construction
- Smaller blade cuts through the water with minimal effort
- Extremely smooth and easy transitions from side to side of SUP.
- Perfect as a surfing paddle or women's paddle due to greater control and less weight.
CRUISER SUP 3 Piece 50% Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Same superior strength and durability 50% Carbon Construction in 3 Piece Model
- Breaks down for easy storage and portability
- Perfect complement to Inflatable Cruiser SUP
- Fits in Inflatable Cruiser SUP transport bag along with pump, fin, leash, and deflated SUP
Picking out the right paddle for you really depends on exactly what you want to get out of your paddle. It comes down to a matter of personal presence, your intended use of the paddle (touring, cruising, surfing, etc.), and the desired durability of the paddle.
As usual, when purchasing a Cruiser SUP, your paddle board comes with a complementary alloy paddle. The Cruiser SUP Alloy Adjustable Paddles are excellent beginner to intermediate paddles that are very durable and functional. However, as your love of the sport of SUP grows, you will desire a paddle with less weight and more performance. Therefore, for this year, we offer you four constructions, two different blade and shaft shapes, and the optional 3-piece construction. This variety in design and function ensures that one of our all new paddles will be the perfect fit for exactly what you desire in a paddle.
Here is an explanation of each of the all new Cruiser SUP Paddles and exactly what you can expect from each one.
All Carbon Construction Paddles:
- Ultimate Performance with All Carbon Construction
- Perfect paddle for all range of SUP activities
- 100% pre-prag carbon shafts are extremely light weight, strong, and offer superior stiffness
- Never have to upgrade when you buy the highest performing paddle money can buy
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction with 7" Blade and Skinny Shaft
- Even lighter weight and greater sense of control
- Smaller blade cuts through the water with minimal effort
- Excellent surfing paddle or women's paddle
CRUISER SUP 3 Piece All Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction in 3 Piece Model
- Breaks down for easy storage and portability
- Perfect complement to Inflatable SUP
- Fits in Inflatable Cruiser SUP transport bag along with pump, fin, leash, and deflated SUP
CRUISER SUP Bamboo/All Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Ultimate Performance with All Carbon Construction
- Beautiful bamboo venner 8" blade with ABS Edge Guard
- Extremely light weight, responsive, and superior stiffness.
- Never have to upgrade when you buy the highest performing paddle money can buy
CRUISER SUP 3 Piece Bamboo/Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Same ultimate performance All Carbon Construction in 3 piece Model with Bamboo blade
- Breaks down for easy storage and portability
- Perfect complement to Inflatable SUP
- Fits in Inflatable Cruiser SUP transport bag along with pump, fin, leash, and deflated SUP
Hybrid Carbon Construction Paddles:
- Ultimate in performance for a wide range of SUP Activities
- Superior stiffness and extremely light weight
- 8" Hybrid Carbon Blade for maximum speed through power strokes
- Never have to upgrade when you buy the highest performing paddle money can buy
- Same ultimate performance Hybrid Carbon Construction with 7" Blade and Skinny Shaft
- Even lighter weight and greater sense of control. Perfect for surfing or women's paddle.
- Smaller blade cuts through the water with minimal effort
- Extremely smooth and easy transitions from side to side of SUP.
50% Carbon Construction Paddles:
- Featuring the full size (8") all Carbon Blade and 50% Carbon Painted Shaft.
- 50% Carbon Shaft gives the paddle superior strength and durability.
- 8" Blade provides excellent push when power stroking or for quick burst strokes.
- An amazing value for a paddle that works wonderfully for the whole family
- Brand new 7" Blade with Skinny Shaft in 50% Carbon Construction
- Smaller blade cuts through the water with minimal effort
- Extremely smooth and easy transitions from side to side of SUP.
- Perfect as a surfing paddle or women's paddle due to greater control and less weight.
CRUISER SUP 3 Piece 50% Carbon Adjustable Length Stand Up Paddle
- Same superior strength and durability 50% Carbon Construction in 3 Piece Model
- Breaks down for easy storage and portability
- Perfect complement to Inflatable Cruiser SUP
- Fits in Inflatable Cruiser SUP transport bag along with pump, fin, leash, and deflated SUP
Alloy Construction Paddles:
-Extremely durable and excellent value. Perfect for the beginner.
- Redesigned to be stronger, lighter, and more ergonomic
-Tough ergonomic nylon handle makes for a more comfortable fit in the hand
- Smaller 7.25" Composite Blade makes for lighter weight, more control, and easier side to side transitions
CRUISER SUP 8.5" Composite Blade, Adjustable Length Alloy STAND UP PADDLE
- Same excellent durability and value with 8.5" Composite Blade
- Larger blade offers more push and speed through power strokes
- Redesigned blade shape is stronger and offers a smoother pull through the water
- Perfect beginner paddle for all around use
CRUISER SUP Three Piece Travel - Removable 8.5" Composite Blade, Adjustable Length Alloy STAND UP PADDLE
- Same excellent durability and value in Three Piece Travel Model with 8.5" Composite Blade
- Perfect complement to an Inflatable SUP. Fits in Inflatable travel bag with SUP and accessories
- Redesigned to be stronger, lighter, and more ergonomic
- Tough ergonomic nylon handle makes for a more comfortable fit in the hand
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Lake Ontario Cruiser SUP Demo Event
This past weekend was busy as dozens of stand up paddleboard enthusiasts came out to demo the new Cruiser SUP inflatable series on Lake Ontario. We were fortunate to have a beautiful calm day with very little wind- a rarity on the Great Lakes. The lack of waves allowed even first time stand up paddlers to attempt some yoga, or simply swim off the boards. Regardless of how much they attempted, everyone had fun playing on the water.
Experience levels varied from first time users to couples who were tired of renting and looking to buy their own boards, which allowed for a wide variety of feedback. Many decided to test the limits of the various Cruiser SUP's stability by riding with two people on the boards. Even going so far as to try multiple inversions at the same time, on the same stand up paddleboard!
A sample of user comments can be seen below alongside photos of the happy stand up paddlers beside their favourite boards!
Look for more events hosted by Cruiser SUP in the future. We love having people with all levels of paddle boarding experience put our boards to the test. Most come away very satisfied and a good time is had by all.
Experience levels varied from first time users to couples who were tired of renting and looking to buy their own boards, which allowed for a wide variety of feedback. Many decided to test the limits of the various Cruiser SUP's stability by riding with two people on the boards. Even going so far as to try multiple inversions at the same time, on the same stand up paddleboard!
A sample of user comments can be seen below alongside photos of the happy stand up paddlers beside their favourite boards!
Look for more events hosted by Cruiser SUP in the future. We love having people with all levels of paddle boarding experience put our boards to the test. Most come away very satisfied and a good time is had by all.
"So much fun, great board! " |
"For my second time on an inflatable I was really impressed! Like the portability as well!" |
Rating 9/10 |
"Great fun!" |
"Love them for the portability" |
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Paddleboard Direct Endless Summer Giveaway Winner
Congratulations Keighly Appel of Arvada, CO! You have won your choice of Cruiser SUP - the 2014 Cruiser V-Max Dura-Air!
This absolutely beautiful, fast, and very durable inflatable touring stand up paddle board, is ideal for long distance flat water paddling and is fun for the entire family. For more information on the V-Max Dura-Air and the entire Cruiser SUP line website.
Thank you to all who participated! Keep checking back, we will be running a new Cruiser SUP board giveaway this week.
Thanks again, and have a great weekend of SUP fun on your Cruiser SUP!
From the Team at Cruiser SUP and Paddleboard Direct
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Adjusting Your Cruiser SUP Paddle
The line of Cruiser SUP Adjustable Length Paddles were designed to be lightweight, durable, and very easy to adjust. The adjustability feature allows for one paddle to be used by persons of any height and for various purposes. Cruiser SUP Adjustable Length Paddles have the recommended length of the paddle marked on the handle piece by the paddlers height. We recommend going an inch shorter than what is marked for your height when surfing on your Cruiser Stand Up Paddle Board.
When you receive your brand new Cruiser SUP Paddle we recommend you first tighten the screws on the adjustability lever. To do this first open the latch on the lever, then grab a screw driver and tighten both screws until you feel the lever tighten properly to the shaft. When the latch is closed and you can not move the height or twist the handle at all then the screws are tight enough. Be very careful and try not to strip the screws on the lever when doing this.
To adjust the length of your Cruiser SUP Paddle, open the latch on the paddle (to release the tension in the lever) and slide the handle piece of the paddle out to your desired height. Remember, the height is clearly marked on the shaft of the handle piece. When your desired height has been reached, close the latch and make sure the handle piece is nice and secure. If the handle is able to slide up or down or twist at all grab your screw driver and tighten those screws on the lever a bit more. Your paddle is ready to go when it is adjusted to your desired height, the latch is closed, and the handle piece is securely in place.
When you receive your brand new Cruiser SUP Paddle we recommend you first tighten the screws on the adjustability lever. To do this first open the latch on the lever, then grab a screw driver and tighten both screws until you feel the lever tighten properly to the shaft. When the latch is closed and you can not move the height or twist the handle at all then the screws are tight enough. Be very careful and try not to strip the screws on the lever when doing this.
To adjust the length of your Cruiser SUP Paddle, open the latch on the paddle (to release the tension in the lever) and slide the handle piece of the paddle out to your desired height. Remember, the height is clearly marked on the shaft of the handle piece. When your desired height has been reached, close the latch and make sure the handle piece is nice and secure. If the handle is able to slide up or down or twist at all grab your screw driver and tighten those screws on the lever a bit more. Your paddle is ready to go when it is adjusted to your desired height, the latch is closed, and the handle piece is securely in place.
If you happen to notice that your paddle has taken
on water during the course of your paddle session it is very important to stop,
have a seat on your Cruiser SUP, and drain the water out. To drain the water from your paddle simply open the adjustability latch, pull the handle piece completely out from the shaft until it is now in two pieces, and pour out the water. Our paddles are designed
to float but if they have taken on water they are more susceptible to sinking.
Always keep your paddle close to you and never let it just float indefinitely.
This is especially important for the heavier alloy paddles. The alloy paddles
are outfitted with a grey foam pad on the outside as well as inside of the
shaft. If you notice that your alloy paddle is missing this grey foam pad
please let us know and we will be sure to take care of this issue for you.
Monday, July 28, 2014
Endless Summer Paddleboard Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations Diana Holding of Bonita Springs, FL! You have won your choice of Cruiser SUP - the 2014 Cruiser Yoga Mat 10'8!
This absolutely beautiful and very light stand up paddle board is ideal for SUP yoga, flat water, and small surf. For more information on the Yoga Mat 10'8 and the entire Cruiser SUP line, please see our website.
Thank you to all who participated! Keep checking back, we will be running a new Cruiser SUP board giveaway this week.
Thanks again, and have a great weekend of SUP fun on your Cruiser SUP!
From the Team at Cruiser SUP and Paddleboard Direct
Cruiser SUP Paddle Maintenance Tips
Left: Cruiser SUP Carbon/Bamboo Paddle Right: Cruiser SUP Skinny Shaft 50% Carbon Paddle |
Cruiser SUP Alloy Paddle |
To rinse your Cruiser SUP Paddle properly, unlatch the tension lever like you would do to adjust the height of the paddle. Next, remove the handle section from the shaft section completely until your paddle is now in two pieces. Finally, rinse the inside of the shaft along with the handle section very well several times with fresh water. Don’t be afraid to take a hose or shower head and fill the entire shaft up with fresh water and then pour it out several times. Allow the inside of the shaft to dry by hanging the piece from the blade section, with shaft pointing downwards. Also, use a towel to dry the handle piece completely before re-inserting it into the shaft of the blade piece.
Cruiser SUP 100% Carbon 3 Piece Paddle |
Disassembled Cruiser SUP Alloy 3 Piece Paddle |
Disassembled Cruiser SUP 50% Carbon 3 Piece Paddle |
Washing away all salt, dirt, sand, or other
potential clogging materials from all sections of your paddle is the key to
keeping your paddle from rusting or sticking when trying to adjust the height. Please
remember to wash out your Cruiser SUP Paddle completely after every single use!
Corrosion on an alloy paddle due to poor maintenance |
Corrosion of the height adjustment slots due to poor maintenance |
Cruiser SUP 50% Carbon Paddle |
Thanks and Happy Paddling!
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