Each of our paddles is handmade from wood by Malama himself.
Wood lasts longer since it doesn't chip as much and can be easily refinished to new condition.
Wood is easier on your joints since it has a slight flex.
Any wood paddle is more beautiful and traditional than a nonwood paddle.

All paddles handles are wrapped with 2 oz fiberglass and the entire paddle has an epoxy undercoat to increase durability (HCRA legal) Standard Paddling Blade Basswood/poplar stringer shaft Basswood with Koa edges               Standard Steering Blade Basswood/poplar stringer shaft Koa edges nonslip material on back

Stand Up Paddle (See video below - paddle is similar to the outrigger paddles shown above but with a longer shaft) See more photos and customer comments at standupzone.com
Koa edges Triple fiberglassed shaft
Our standup paddles are made of wood so they are easier on your joints (not so rigid) One of Malama's Stand Up Paddles in action at Thousand Peaks, Maui See Review of Malama SUP on KeNalu.com and here

Custom Exotic Woods (regular - not standup paddle) Koa, poplar, wenge, mango Each paddle is unique Specify steering or paddling blade Price depends on amount of koa.

Sail Canoe Steering Blade Fiberglassed Shaft & blade (nonslip material on back) Traditional Koa Paddle About 5ft tall with either a vertical (shown) or horizontal wall mount             note: Curly Koa is not always available.

Remember the time difference!
We are still asleep when NY is having lunch and SF is already pau breakfast