The Kona feeling
After years of testing and development, we can now present the Kona Evolve 3D, the SUP paddle that you can adapt to yourself and that matches the quality and function of all Kona inflatable SUP boards. We realized during our function tests of inflatable SUP boards that certain types of paddles were more suitable for this type of paddleboards, and therefore we have now worked on optimizing every little detail of our Evolve paddles so that they, just like our boards, will give the right Kona feeling.
Reach new levels
With a Kona Evolve 3D, you get the right conditions to take your SUP paddling to your next level. In order for you to get the maximum effect from each paddle stroke, the paddle, just like the board, needs to be adapted to you and your current conditions. Therefore, we have designed a SUP paddle that enhances the effect of both you and your inflatable paddle board.
Choose the right SUP paddle – not just the material
Just because a SUP paddle is made of carbon fiber does not necessarily make it a good paddle. Many people make the mistake of buying the first best paddle as long as it is made of carbon fiber. In fact, it is the paddle's combined properties that give you the right effect and experience of your SUP paddling and that is exactly why we have developed the Kona Evolve 3D.
Size matters
To understand which SUP paddle suits us best, we need to first choose which shaft thickness suits our hands, then which blade size we can handle, then the length of the shaft based on our body length, the thickness of our board and the paddling technique we want to use.
Finally, we come to stiffness and weight and it is only here that the material becomes interesting. The stiffer the paddle, the better the power transmission and then the material and construction are of great importance. Get help from our paddle selector to easily choose the right paddle for you.
Practical perfection
Kona Evolve 3D is divisible into three parts so that it can be easily stored and transported together with the inflatable SUP board in the board's backpack. In addition to being available in several different blade sizes, it is also available in two different diameters and lengths of the shaft, all to give you a SUP paddle that feels like an extension of your body.
Delicate details
Evolve 3D has a shaft with a new type of hexagon joint that makes you barely notice that the paddle is divisible. This is the divisible SUP paddle that is balanced in a way that few other divisible paddles are, which means that you get a very comfortable and energy-saving pendulum from exit to the catch.
Blade
The blade on Kona Evolve 3D has a rectangular shape that we have seen fit inflatable boards best. This means that you get an even power transmission throughout the driving phase of the paddle stroke and thereby make the inflatable board react and glide more efficiant.
The Evolve models with smaller blade size have a distinctive dihedral that provides an effective but soft grip in the water for those who want to keep a slightly higher frequency while the larger blades have deeper concave for a more distinct grip. Great for you who would rather paddle with high power than high stroke rate.