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SUP paddle length for a 5'7" paddler

Quick answerAt 5'7", set an all-round stand up paddle to 76 in (range 75 to 77 inches, 191 to 196 cm). Touring takes about 2 inches more and surf 4 less.

SUP paddle length at 5'7"
PaddlingLengthCentimetresAdjustable setting
All-round75 to 77 in191 to 196 cm76 in
Touring and fitness77 to 79 in196 to 201 cm78 in
Yoga, casual74 to 76 in188 to 193 cm75 in
Surf71 to 73 in180 to 185 cm72 in

Stand up paddles are sized from height plus an offset: 8 to 10 inches for all-round flatwater. At 5'7" that is 75 to 77 inches. Any adjustable 3-piece paddle covering roughly 67 to 86 inches will reach it.

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Frequently asked questions

How long should a paddle board paddle be for 5'7"?

75 to 77 inches for all-round paddling, about 191 to 196 cm. Set an adjustable paddle to 76 in and fine-tune by an inch either way: your top hand should sit about eye level at the catch.

What SUP paddle length for touring at 5'7"?

77 to 79 in (196 to 201 cm). Touring adds a little length for a longer reach and a stronger catch on long, steady strokes.

On the water: Wear a properly fitted, USCG-approved life jacket every time, dress for the water temperature rather than the air, and check your state and local paddling regulations before you launch.

This is researched general information, not professional advice. Sizing figures are starting points: confirm against the maker's own sizing chart and the capacity printed on the boat or board.