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It would seem that the High Capacity Great Auk would be the ideal boat for bigger guys, and it was in fact designed for a large paddler, but it really needs a big load to operate efficiently. It is really intended for a big paddler who also wants to carry a lot of gear. Unless you truly need a very large boat you may want to consider one of the other designs.
Heavier paddlers are often concerned about fitting in the cockpit also. Not to say that this is never a problem, but most people are not really as wide as they think they are. Many men tend to be large above the waist, but still fit into most cockpits without a problem. While women may have larger hips, being generally smaller overall, they still don't have a problem fitting in the standard cockpit.
There are two ways of being larger, you could be tall and have trouble fitting into most kayaks, or you could be heavy and need a design with more displacement for efficient paddling. Tall paddlers may have trouble getting in and out of small cockpits. This can generally be mitigated by making the cockpit larger. If you are making your own boat, you can control the size of the cockpit opening. The other problem tall people can have is foot room. Big feet at the end of long legs can jam your feet down into the smaller part of the boat. Generally the kayak gets narrower and lower the farther forward you go. Long legs can make the problem of large feet worse as your feet end up in this smaller part of the boat. more
The bigger concern of larger paddlers is whether they are going to sink the kayak. Forget about it. It takes a lot to sink a kayak. Even the Little Auk would require over 600 lbs to sink it. What you should consider is how efficiently the boat will operate. A boat designed for a smaller paddler will tend to bog down if it is overloaded. You want a boat designed to carry heavier loads efficiently. here
Some designs are intended for touring with gear. These designs will work for heavier paddlers, but would not have as much excess capacity for gear. Other designs will maintain their efficiency even when loaded beyond their intended displacement. Don't get too caught up with the design displacement listed for each boat. These are merely a starting point. Most boats will work well loaded beyond their design displacement. [links]
The Great Auk is designed to carry a lot of gear and responds well to heavy loads. The Expedition Single is also designed to carry gear and will work well for heavier paddlers. The Guillemot "L" is specifically intended for larger paddlers who want to carry a fair amount of gear. [links]
The ideal size SUP for catching waves is typically smaller than average, about 9-10 feet. To ensure they are easily maneuverable opt for a board that is slightly shorter. [links]
If you’re new to paddle boarding, stability is mostly likely a key factor in what type of SUP you choose. Most beginners opt for an inflatable SUP board which has a uniform thickness from the nose to tail which helps paddlers better balance their weight. Use our SUP Beginner’s Guide to learn how to paddle board.
If you are new to paddle boarding, you want to make sure the SUP you get can support your weight and is super easy to balance on while paddling. Please know that if you plan to go paddle boarding with your dog, kids, friends or significant other, please make sure to consider their weight into the simple equations below. Also consider any gear, food or water you’ll carry on board with you.
Paddlers looking for touring stand up paddle boards generally choose a board that is slightly longer than the average, 10-12 inches taller than the rider. An epoxy board is lightweight, rigid, and glides through the water making it the perfect choice for racing. In addition, racing SUPs are typically narrower making them fast but less stable. here
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Ideal size Yoga SUP: 10’ – 12’6 [links]
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