Tom Garcia
Topic Author Shopping for a new paddle and seeing both materials. What are the practical differences in play?
Carbon fiber vs fiberglass face - what's the difference?
5 posts
James Thompson
Carbon fiber generally gives more control and a crisper feel. Fiberglass has more pop and power.
David Williams
Carbon tends to be more durable. My fiberglass paddles showed wear faster.
James Thompson
If you're more of a control player, go carbon. Power players often prefer fiberglass.
Rachel Martinez
Some newer paddles have hybrid faces. Might be worth looking into those too.