Red Equipment Canada
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Stiffening up

With Red Paddle Co's rocker stiffening system

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Superior technology

Here at Red Paddle Co, we pride ourselves on having innovative and revolutionary board technology that means you never have to compromise on performance, quality, or convenience. 

So, what is the secret to the stiffness in our boards? And why is stiffness so important? Our patented Rocker Stiffening System, or RSS is one of the pieces of innovation that helps contribute to a stiff and study board. Completely unique to Red Paddle Co, it is designed and patented by us, you won’t find this anywhere else. RSS ensure that some of our specialist boards are even stiffer to deliver even greater performance you will only find in a Red.

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Why does stiffness matter?

Simply put, the more weight on the board, the more the stiffness comes into play. Having a stiff board means that the paddleboard is easier to paddle and performs better.
Red Equipment Canada
Red Equipment Canada

What are RSS Battens?

RSS battens are indestructible polycarbonate battens that are inserted into the pockets in the rails of the board, designed to increase stiffness by up to 40%.
RSS also features on our 100mm/3.93" boards (excluding 9’4") to bring them up to the same stiffness as our 120mm/4.72" boards, while maintaining the same manoeuvrability.

While the RSS batten has been shaped to give the best stiffness, the pocket into which it fits is also built to the highest quality. We build the pocket separately before laminating it to the board to ensure the very best fit and performance. No detail is missed to ensure the RSS system works to its full potential.
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Red Equipment Canada

How to use RSS Battens