Folks around my size vary their paddles a bit, don't they? It's not by much, from the results of the survey... length varies by a few inches, but it must come close to averaging 86". Loom size looks to average above 19"... maybe around 21". Even the width varies, though a quick glance makes it look like longer paddles usually have thinner blades.

I assume it comes down to personal preference?

: I would sugest that you visit the Q-USA site and download the Masik
: (PDF) there is a paddle survey I conducted which referances body
: sizes and by the weights of the participants, you should be able
: to see what most people in a given size use. 90 inches is only
: one of the measurements and width of the paddle can determine a
: lot too

: http://www.qajaqusa.org/QUSA/newsletter.html

: Best Wishes
: Roy