Paddle tape for protection of SUP?

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travelerbug
travelerbug
WA
4 posts
WA, 4 posts
14 Jun 2015 12:54pm
I just got a new SUP and don't want to use rail tape. Any recommendations on what type of tape is best for paddle blade to protect SUP?
DavidJohn
DavidJohn
VIC
17570 posts
yt04
yt04
QLD
397 posts
QLD, 397 posts
14 Jun 2015 5:04pm
I second DJ's "how to tape a paddle". I used to use the a rubber bead that is glue on but it left black scuff marks on the board. Did DJ's way and have never looked back. It's easy as to do and now have done all of mine as well as a few mates for them. Just make sure you buy a good quality, nice thick tape. Makes the whole job easier and a better finish.
Seajuice
Seajuice
NSW
919 posts
NSW, 919 posts
14 Jun 2015 8:28pm
Yes Nitto tape. I use it. Actually I use 2 layers. Take your time applying it. Mine has been on for nearly 3 years without even looking at coming off. Look at DJ's instructions. Dont stretch it! And you wont get any creases. But a small crease I have got on one of my paddles but it doesnt present a problem.
Good quality tape can be bought from an electrical shop or just buy a well known quality brand from a Hardware shop.
Brenno
Brenno
QLD
907 posts
QLD, 907 posts
15 Jun 2015 6:27pm
Nitto electrical tape (same colour as your rails if you're worried about marks that rub off easily)
DavidJohn
DavidJohn
VIC
17570 posts
VIC, 17570 posts
15 Jun 2015 10:46pm
Brenno said...
Nitto electrical tape (same colour as your rails if you're worried about marks that rub off easily)



White Nitto electrical tape looks good and will not leave a mark.. I've been using it for years..

btw.. The new Rail Saver Pro paddle guard now comes in colours..

I've just ordered some orange to use on my surf paddle..
cbigsup
cbigsup
454 posts
454 posts
15 Jun 2015 11:27pm
DJ, Thanks for the electrical tape tutorial. Used to use door edge guards until I saw your tape install. Better in every way!

Not a fan of the new RSP product. It's too short! Had to put electrical on the bottom in order to protect the whole edge..
bobajob
bobajob
QLD
1535 posts
QLD, 1535 posts
17 Jun 2015 9:04am
Electrical tape? To think I've been wasting it on cabling all these years!
At least part of my SUP ing will be tax deductable from now on
geared4knots
geared4knots
TAS
2649 posts
TAS, 2649 posts
17 Jun 2015 10:36pm
there is a new clear paddle tape from same supplier asthe rail tape used by a lot of east coast shops. Ding Tape distributes it.
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