Not only has 2025 been the remarkable year of launching Red Equipments’ innovative new FUTURE Range, but Red Equipment is equally just as excited to announce the highly anticipated launch of their brand-new paddle line-up! This exciting collection showcases an array of all-new artwork, a variety of blade sizes tailored for every skill level, premium materials that enhance durability and performance, and a host of advanced features designed for the ultimate paddling experience. Red Equipment is eager to share with you the ways in which they are stepping up their paddle game, ensuring that every adventure on the water is unforgettable!
Performance and Versatility for Every Paddler
The SUP paddles are crafted to achieve an optimal balance of power, efficiency, comfort, and ease of use. Designed to meet the needs of all paddlers—whether competitive athletes or casual users—the paddles have been rigorously tested to ensure high performance and durability.
Paddle Blade Surface Area for Power and Versatility
The surface area of a paddle blade plays a vital role in optimizing paddling efficiency and endurance. Blade designs must be versatile to perform well across varying conditions, supporting different paddling styles and skill levels.
The 80in² blade surface area Red has chosen strikes a balance between these two sizes, providing an ideal blend of power and efficiency. This allows paddlers to achieve a versatile performance, suitable for both power-focused strokes and effortless, long-distance cruising — a well-rounded choice for paddlers of all types.
By utilizing the same blade shape across the paddle range Red was able to create a more consistent upgrade option – providing confidence and consistency to the paddlers experience – so it is a choice of power, weight and usage – rather than a differing ‘feel’ across the range.
Lightweight power and efficiency – a performance paddle to maximise every stroke.
For paddlers wanting top-level performance, the Prime paddle combines light weight with responsive power. Its deep scoop face and critical blade angle deliver an explosive catch and efficient water release, reducing drag and enhancing drive.
Balancing strength, stiffness and weight for direct power, precise control and effortless handling, the Prime carbon shaft and 80-square-inch blade with 3K twill carbon handle weigh just 675g. Fully adjustable to precisely the right length via our low-tension, anti-twist clamp to ensure your handle stays solid and true.
Whether distance paddling, touring, training, or surfing, the Prime offers high-performance power without compromise.
Premium carbon performance – light and responsive, built for power and efficiency.
Benefits
Lightweight: full carbon blade and shaft with 3K twill carbon handle, weighing 675g.
Powerful: deep scoop face and critical blade angle maximize water connection and stroke efficiency.
Smooth: narrow profiled blade edge for clean catch and release.
Adjustable: easily alter shaft length with low-tension anti-twist clamp for a solid handle.
Responsive flex: ensures optimal power transfer and reduces paddler fatigue.
Durable: robust carbon fibre construction enhances longevity for long-term use.
High-performance: optimized for long-distance paddling, touring, fitness and surf.
Sustainability
At Red, sustainability isn’t just marketing hype – it’s central to everything we do. As a certified B Corp (www.bcorporation.net) we’re legally committed to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
Built to last, the Prime paddle’s premium carbon construction minimises waste by reducing the need for frequent replacements. Manufactured using precision processes to minimise material use, it’s built for efficiency and longevity, aligning with our sustainability goals.
Material
Shaft: carbon fibre.
Blade: carbon fibre.
Handle: 3K twill carbon.
The pinnacle of paddle performance – ultra-light, super-strong, for optimum power and efficiency.
The Ultimate paddle offers ultra-light power and efficiency, for elite-level performance. Our lightest, strongest, most responsive paddle weighs just 601g.
The prepreg carbon shaft and blade contain less resin than a standard carbon lay-up, while the super-strong 12K twill carbon handle can be made thinner. This superlight construction enhances durability while maintaining dynamic flex for an effortless, fluid stroke. Fully adjustable with a low-tension anti-twist clamp for rock-solid stability.
The Ultimate’s deep scoop face and optimised blade angle deliver a razor-sharp catch, direct drive and clean release – ideal for racing, touring, endurance and high-intensity paddling.
Ultra-light, super-strong – peak performance from every stroke.
Benefits
Ultra-light: prepreg carbon shaft and blade with 12K twill carbon handle weigh just 601g.
Optimised: lightweight construction enhances durability while maintaining dynamic flex.
Powerful: deep scoop, 80-square-inch face and critical blade angle maximise water engagement.
Effortless: thin profiled blade edge for smooth catch and release, reducing drag.
Stiff: high-strength carbon minimises energy waste for maximum efficiency.
Adjustable: adapt your shaft length to each session with anti-twist low-tension clamp.
High-spec: developed for racing, endurance and performance-driven paddlers.
Sustainability
At Red, sustainability isn’t just marketing hype – it’s central to everything we do. As a certified B Corp (www.bcorporation.net) we’re legally committed to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
The Ultimate paddle’s top-end prepreg carbon fibre and 12K twill weave construction minimise environmental impact by reducing material waste and the need for frequent replacements. Manufactured using precision processes, maximising strength and longevity while using fewer resources, aligning with our sustainability goals.
Material
Shaft: prepreg carbon fibre.
Blade: prepreg carbon fibre.
Handle: 12K twill carbon.
A durable, high-performance mix of carbon and fibreglass – blending power, strength, comfort and durability.
The Hybrid paddle balances performance with durability for progressive recreational paddlers. Built in carbon-fibreglass composite, it’s strong and lightweight yet robust and forgiving.
The blended shaft combines fibreglass flex with carbon strength and weight. Our Armour Tech blade wraps a polymer membrane around the composite core, delivering exceptional protection. Its deep scoop face and critical blade angle maximise power from every stroke, with a narrow-profile edge for clean water release. Fully adjustable with a low-tension anti-twist clamp to keep your handle straight and rock-solid.
Versatile across all conditions, the Hybrid is a smooth all-water engine for multi-purpose paddling.
Strong, light, and versatile – developed for progressive crossover performance.
Benefits
Durable: Armour Tech blade – impact-resistant polymer membrane over a composite core for strength and longevity.
Powerful: deep scoop face shape and optimised blade angle ensure maximum power and stroke efficiency.
Smooth: profiled edge for consistent water release, promoting a fluid stroke.
Lightweight: enhanced strength-to-weight ratio reduces fatigue on longer paddles.
Adjustable: easily adaptable to paddler height with a low-tension anti-twist clamp.
Versatile: suits diverse conditions, from flat water to chop and surf.
User-friendly: balanced weight and forgiving design suitable for all levels of paddler.
Material
Shaft: carbon-fibreglass composite.
Blade: carbon-fibreglass composite with Armour Tech polymer coating.
Paddle strong – durable, dependable, forgiving freeride power.
Designed for durability and reliability, the Cruiser Tough paddle is ideal for freeride and all-round use. Built for stress-free paddling, this rugged paddle thrives in all conditions – anywhere.
Its reinforced pure plastic blade offers bombproof performance with eco-conscious laser-etched artwork that won’t fade away. The robust fibreglass shaft has a forgiving flex that’s ideal for learners and improvers. Easily adjustable to any length with a low-tension anti-twist clamp, so your handle stays straight every session.
Great value with solid construction, the Cruiser Tough will take all the knocks and scrapes of general all-purpose paddling.
Tough, durable, and ready for anything – a paddle for all.
Benefits
Beginner-friendly: forgiving flex and easy power for new and improving paddlers.
Durable: reinforced pure plastic blade withstands impacts and provides incredible wear.
Powerful: large, deep-scooped blade face delivers consistent performance.
Adjustable: easy-lock, anti-twist extendable handle suits all paddler sizes and stances.
Adaptable: great for shared use amongst family, friends or groups.
High-quality: a great value entry-level performance paddle.
Packable: 3-piece breakdown for easy storage and travel.
Versatile: suits all conditions and styles of paddling on lakes, rivers, and coastal.
Material
Shaft: Glass fibre.
Blade: Pure plastic.
In conclusion, Red Equipments’ expertly crafted SUP paddles embody the perfect union of performance and versatility designed to cater to the diverse needs of all paddlers. With a thoughtful approach to paddle blade surface area, the 80in² blade strikes an ideal balance, delivering both the power required for competitive paddling and the efficiency necessary for leisurely long-distance excursions. By maintaining a consistent blade shape across the entire paddle range, Red ensures that paddlers can confidently choose based on individual preferences for power, weight, and usage, without sacrificing the feel and familiarity. Whether you’re racing against the clock or enjoying a tranquil day on the water, these paddles promise to elevate your experience, empowering every paddler to perform at their best.
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