Tufskin Paddle

Durable Performance

Tufskin Paddle

Durable Performance

The Tufskin is a great value paddle range created for entry-level paddlers and families who just want to get out on the water and have fun. Tufskin and Tufskin V feature concave and cupped blade shapes that are inspired by our World Championship winning Lima & Enduro paddles.

This gives the paddle a slim profile, high stiffness, and lower weight, making it easy to maneuver and control. The large tip area also allows for maximum forward motion even if the blade is not totally submerged.

Both are ideal for recreational paddlerboarders and those getting into the sport, popular for schools and centers worldwide.

Both models feature the wide Starboard handle with a sandblasted finish for extra grip and comfort, as well as being secured with the reliable Starboard Super clamp.

TUFSKIN

Sold as fixed, 2pc, and 3pc configurations and features the signature Starboard anti-twist inner shaft, for an easy and reliable alignment.

NEW TUFSKIN V

Offered as a 3pc configuration, and is sold separately and also included with our Inflatable Deluxe Lite and Waterman packages.

THE CONCAVE

AND CUPPED BLADE SHAPE

The concave on the power face is guiding the water throughout the blade controlling the wobbling and increasing the water flow speed. The edge defining the concave starts round-shaped at the tip of the blade to separate the water smoothly. It then becomes sharper to dictate the water its path and stabilize the blade. All your power is transferred in a straight forward motion as you don’t need to worry about paddle alignment in the water anymore.

SLIM PROFILE

Slim profile allows you to pull the blade very close to the rail of the board, giving it a really nice line.

LARGE TIP AREA

Allows for max forward motion even if the blade is not totally submerged. Useful for entry-level paddlers

SUPER HANDLE

• The Super Handle changes the way we paddle

• The flat top and wide grip create new powerful leverage of the whole paddle and the blade

• One can steer the paddle on slight angles and remain with full power

• Especially good for side winds and keeping the board on the course you may set.

Paddle Options

BLADE CONSTRUCTIONS

TUFSKIN

DURABLE PERFORMANCE
  • Strong and extremely durable ABS foils based on the Lima shape.
  • Slim profile for improved efficiency.
  • Perfect for whitewater paddling and schools due to extreme strength and high impact resistance.
  • Great value due to strength and high-quality shape.

Shaft Options

SHAFT CONSTRUCTIONS

CARBON SHAFT

  • Lightweight and durable for both wave and touring sessions.
  • The Carbon fibers are filament winded with the most precise amount of resin infusion.

SHAFT FLEX

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SHAFT SHAPE

ADJUSTABLE SHAFT

2-PIECE ADJUSTABLE SHAFT

  • Is great for paddlers looking for different paddle lengths or sharing the paddle with friends and family.
  • The wide Tiki Super Clamp for a quick and effortless release.
  • The skinny rounded and flush clamp ensures that your hand never gets stuck on a hard corner when shifting grip.

3-PIECE ADJUSTABLE SHAFT

  • 3 piece paddles connect using a secure spring pin system and come with an additional Clamp to reduce any play.
  • When fully detached, it measures only 91 cm and fits easily inside the Re-Cover Bag.
  • The wide Tiki super clamp for a quick and effortless release.

TIKI SUPER SMOOTH CLAMP

  • Lever with superb open/close sensation
  • Redesigned clamp, from good to great.
  • 100% of grip on the inner shaft for an effortless and optimum grip.
  • Reduced water infiltration.
  • Controls the alignment without twisting

EASY LOCK PIN

  • The combination of precision cuts and tight tolerance between inner and outer shaft dimensions, let the light secure pin keep the shaft together, feeling and working like a single piece shaft.

  • (Available on the 3-piece adjustable shaft)

INNER SHAFT ALIGNMENT

  • Tufskin features the signature Starboard anti-twist grooved inner shaft, for an easy and reliable alignment.

  • Tufskin V features guided marks on the shaft to ensure proper alignment

  • Paddle Care note: Do not pull the inner shaft out further than the “maximum” point indicated on the shart. Watch video >

Specifications Table

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Lima Tufskin Paddle:AdultEnduro Kids
Blade Length:16.5" / 42 cm14.9" / 38 cm
Blade Width:7.2" / 18.2 cm7.1" / 18.2 cm
Area:84 in2 / 551.4 cm269.2 in2 / 446.6 cm2
Fixed shaft total length:84.6" / 215 cm68.9" / 175 cm
Min adjustable length:62.6" / 159 cm52.7" / 134 cm
Max adjustable length:84.8" / 213.6 cm70.6" / 179.5 cm

Paddle Weight Chart

For every board Starboard plants 3 mangrove trees with Worldview International Foundation.

Each tree absorbs 673kg of CO2 during its first 25 years.

50% of absorption goes towards offsetting this board & 50% is secured as carbon credits to fund livelihood projects in Myanmar.

The average emission from a Starboard board is 100 kg CO2. By planting 3 trees per board we offset this 10 x over.

1.4 kg of trash is collected per board by starboard pop crews at beaches in Thailand & Myanmar.

Globally, an individual is responsible for 1.4 kg of plastic reaching the ocean every year.

Starboard balances this amount for our customers.