DGA55 said..
I'm looking at purchasing an NSP DC 14' 29.0" ocean race board - elements range for bay and the odd downwinders ( would this be a good choice board for starting out ?) . I currently have a Coreban cruiser and an 8" Corban Carbon fixed paddle blade. Can anyone confirm if I'll need a larger blade for the 14' NSP ? I'm also considering an adjustable blade so the family can use also. Are adjustable carbon paddles any good ? What brand would you recommend . Any input appreciated.

Hey mate
If i can give you a different option which i think will work way better, i just seen come though a sales sheet from NSP in my shop and on it was a 14 x 29 Cocomat board which is WAY lighter than the element and very strong and for about $1800 or $1900 i know it might be a little more than the Element but you will enjoy it so much more!! the paddle you have will be fine for the new board but if you have to get a adjustable paddle they work fine for distance paddling as well, some of the top races even use adjustable paddles these days and it does not slow them down.

What is the difference between the elements range and the Coco ? The Coco is an additional $800 in cost. Is it worth it ?
thanks

Good suggestion from Jacko - Go the coco if you can stretch the $ to it. The Cocomat is incredibly tough and you'll welcome the board being 20+% lighter. It'll feel a lot more lively on the water than the elements and your back and shoulders will thank you when you're getting it on and off the car.

I had an early 14 x 29 Coco for a couple of years, nice board and very well-behaved in a wide range of conditions. Only sold it because I felt like a change.

riverider said..
$1189 for the 14' elements is pretty good value though, ive just bought one, you do notice the extra weight (3kg), also have a 12'6" cocomat, tough as nails.

Yeh thats what i,m thinking.I dont think you could go wrong for the price.

DGA55 said..
To all 14' SUP riders, what size paddle is generally used?

Bit like asking what size shoes are generally worn.

Are you Short/tall, heavy/slight, fast cadence/slow cadence, got injuries/haven't got injuries, tahitian/hawaiian/australian paddle technique preferences? windy/notwindy...???

Gday HumanCartoon , so you give the DC OCEAN RACE Coco the thumbs up ? This will be my first 14' downwinder / flatwater board I weigh approx 90kg and 5'11".

Thanks guys for all the advice .Picking up 14' cocomat Friday . Looking at purchasing a GSI trident ajustable paddle?Prepreg Carbon/ Epoxy . Are these paddles any good ? I only want to spend around the $300 mark . Any advise welcome