1 / 3 · Shoulder carry strap
2 / 3 · Paddle holder
3 / 3 · An example of carrying overhead
When the water is a long way from the parking lot, your arms are working before you even ride. Choosing how to carry based on the board's weight, the wind and the path you'll walk makes getting ready a little easier.
01. A shoulder strap spreads the weight
The first photo shows moving with a board slung over your shoulder using the 2 in 1 shoulder carry strap. Before use, check that the board's attachment points and the condition of the strap suit that product.
Even if it says your hands are free, you need to keep the board from swinging around in the wind or bumping into people. Notice, too, that the paddle is carried separately in the photo.
02. Use the same tool as a paddle holder
The second photo shows the same tool's paddle-holding function. It's an example of securing the paddle this way so it doesn't slip out while you carry.
That doesn't mean it comes standard with every board or fits every paddle. Check the product description and the attachment points, and give it a light shake before you set off to make sure nothing comes loose.
03. Carry overhead only when conditions are right
The third picture is an example of carrying a light board upside down by finding its balance point. It isn't a method to use as-is with heavy boards, a mounted foil or strong wind. Stop if it strains your head or neck.
If it's hard to see ahead or the path is rough, it's better to share the load with a friend or use a suitable carrying tool. Rather than struggling alone over a long way, first pick a steady way to move your board.
Sources and scope
The artwork combines two of Starboard's original photos of the 2 in 1 strap with its original on carrying a board overhead over long distances; the explanation is Starboard Korea's commentary. Carrying overhead is an example with that SUP, and we don't generalize it to situations involving neck strain, heavy weights, strong winds or a mounted foil.
The illustration is Starboard's original artwork; the explanation is Starboard Korea's editorial guide, translated into English here. Sources checked: 2026-09-08.
