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Accessory Guide
Accessory Guide
How to Store Your Paddle Properly (Heat and Humidity)
Tropical climate storage habits that protect your paddle’s core and face.
Malaysia and Cambodia’s heat and humidity are genuinely harder on paddle materials than a temperate climate — storage habits matter more here than the average US-written guide accounts for.
1
Never leave a paddle in a parked car
Car interiors under direct sun regularly exceed the safe temperature range for foam cores and adhesives — this is the single biggest cause of avoidable paddle damage.
2
Store indoors, away from direct sunlight
A closet or bag in an air-conditioned or shaded room is far safer than a balcony or car boot.
3
Let a wet paddle air dry before storing
Sealing away moisture in a bag encourages the exact humidity buildup that damages edge seals over time.
4
Keep it out of direct AC vent airflow
Constant temperature swings between hot outdoor play and cold AC exposure aren’t ideal for long-term material integrity.
WHY THIS MATTERS MORE HERE
If you’re playing regularly outdoors across the region, heat exposure adds up over a season in ways it simply doesn’t in cooler climates — a few consistent habits go a long way toward protecting your investment.