Land Paddling - Kahuna Creations Big Stick for Skateboard Paddling

Land Paddling - Kahuna Creations Big Stick for Skateboard Paddling

If you've ever daydreamed about stand up paddle surfing to work, the store, around campus, or on the boardwalk, the Kahuna Big Stick is what you've been waiting for. Land-stand-up-paddling has been made a reality by the boys at Kahuna Creations. Stand Up Paddle Surfing Magazine’s editor met up with Kahuna Creations rider and surfing legend Buttons Kaluhiokalani and Kahuna Creations founder Steve McBride at Sunset Beach on the North Shore of Oahu to get the real deal on the Kahuna Big Stick and Kahuna Creations skateboards, surfboards, and snowboards. “I have to admit," says Nate, "I had my doubts about the Big Stick. I wondered if it would feel awkward. That idea was squashed when Steve handed me a Big Stick and Buttons showed me how to use it. It's a sweet piece of equipment. There are a lot of good vibes surrounding the company.

Big Stick Standard - All Wood - Most affordable Big Stick
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What is the Kahuna Big Stick?
The Kahuna Big Stick Classic is a solid oval shaped wooded shaft with a rounded T-grip handle and stationary rubber wheels that grip the pavement and deliver the power of the stroke. The latest pricing from Kahuna Creation's website puts the Original Wood models retailing for $89.00. Models with Hawaiian print fabric inlays and a carbon fiber weave sheathing retail for $149.00. The sticks come in 5’0, 5’6” and 6’0 lengths in both Original Wood and Carbon Fiber Weave models. Original wood models weigh only 16 ounces.



Does it have wheels? The “wheels” are stationary. The rubber is designed with enough grip to grab the pavement with each stroke and yet still allow the rider to lean on the paddle while carving on downhill runs. The wheel shape is used to maximize the life of the rubber. As the rubber wheel wears down on one side, it can be pulled off, rotated, and put back on.

Is the Big Stick used mainly for balance and carving or for propelling yourself forward?
Both. The Kahuna Big Stick eliminates the need to push with your feet. You pull yourself forward with the strokes the same way you use a paddle on a stand up paddle surfboard. The stick is also used to stabilize yourself while turning and carving.

What is the right length?
I am about 6’ tall, the company's founder, Steve McBride recommended the 6’ Big Stick for me. In his opinion, you can get a longer, smoother stroke with a longer stick. I personally preferred the shorter 5’6”. I felt like I got more power and more control out of it. I tend to prefer a shorter paddle in the water. For me, with the shorter stick, I could keep my knees bent, carve, and switch the stick from side to side without having to stand upright and without stretching to reach the top of the handle. In the surf my paddle is pretty short, only 4.5”-6” over my head. If you are used to using a shorter paddle on the water, you’ll probably be happiest with a shorter one on the land and vice-versa.



Classic Wood or Carbon Fiber Weave?
The carbon fiber adds extra weight to the stick but at the same time adds strength and a slick -looking fabric underlay. The carbon fiber will also prevent the stick from wear and tear that will naturally occur from occasionally banging the stick on the side of the skateboard. On the flip-side, if you want a basic lightweight model, the Wood Classic is the one for you. Carbon fiber weave models are guaranteed for a year against breakage, however, according to Steve, they’ve never had one break yet, carbon fiber or classic wood.