Speedo I.M Tech Paddle Size Guide

The Speedo I.M. Tech Paddle is a technically advanced training paddle engineered for I.M. (Individual Medley) and stroke-specific training. Its unique asymmetric blade design mimics the natural hand position during each phase of the stroke, and the contoured body with raised centre ridge provides immediate technical feedback on hand entry, pull-through, and exit. The paddle is constructed from a durable, flexible polypropylene blend and held in place with adjustable silicone tubing straps.

Available in two sizes — S/M (Red strap) and M/L (Yellow strap). Sizing is based on paddle dimensions. The paddle should be just slightly larger than your hand for the correct training profile.

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Sizing Table — Speedo I.M. Tech Paddle
Size Strap Colour Paddle Height (cm) Paddle Width (cm)
S/M Red approx. 17.8 cm approx. 14.0 cm
M/L Yellow approx. 20.3 cm approx. 16.5 cm

Dimensions are paddle measurements, not hand measurements. The paddle should sit just slightly larger than your hand. S/M has a red strap; M/L has a yellow strap. If between sizes, size up to M/L.

Fit Notes — Speedo I.M. Tech Paddle
  • The ideal paddle size should be just slightly larger than your hand. A paddle that is too large can cause excessive shoulder strain; one that is too small will not provide sufficient resistance for technical feedback.
  • If your hand size sits right on the edge of the S/M constraints, size up to M/L for a proper training profile.
  • When correctly fitted using the adjustable silicone tubing straps, the paddle body must sit flat against your palm without forcing your fingers to pull or bunch up. If the fingers are pulling or the paddle is angling off the hand, adjust the strap routing or try the other size.
  • The S/M size is identified by its red strap and the M/L by its yellow strap — useful for quickly identifying your paddle in a busy lane or kit bag.
  • The adjustable silicone tubing straps can be routed through different holes in the paddle grid to adjust finger position. Experiment with different configurations to find the setup that keeps the paddle flat and comfortable across the palm.
  • Rinse in fresh water after every session and allow to dry naturally. Check the silicone tubing periodically for signs of wear and replace if needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Speedo I.M. Tech Paddle

Compare the paddle dimensions to the size of your hand. The paddle should sit just slightly larger than your palm. If your hand size falls right at the boundary of the S/M range, size up to M/L for a proper training profile. A correctly sized paddle will lie flat against the palm without the fingers pulling or bunching.

The Speedo I.M. Tech Paddle features an asymmetric blade design that mimics the natural hand position during each phase of the stroke, making it particularly effective for I.M. and stroke-specific training. The contoured body with raised centre ridge provides immediate technical feedback on hand entry, pull-through path, and exit angle. Standard flat paddles provide resistance but less stroke-specific feedback.

A paddle that is too large increases the load on the shoulder joint during each stroke cycle. Over time or during high-volume sets, this can cause shoulder strain or injury. The correct paddle size — just slightly larger than the hand — provides the training resistance needed for technical feedback without placing excessive load on the shoulder.

The silicone tubing is threaded through a gridded lacing pattern on the paddle surface and loops over the fingers and around the wrist. Route the tubing through different holes to adjust the finger position and strap tension. The paddle should sit flat against the palm with the fingers relaxed — if the fingers are pulling or the paddle is tilting, re-route the tubing to find a flatter, more comfortable position.

The I.M. Tech Paddle is designed for technically focused training and is best suited to swimmers who already have a reasonable stroke foundation. The asymmetric design and technical feedback it provides are most useful when the swimmer can feel and respond to the information the paddle is giving them. Beginners may find a standard flat paddle easier to start with before progressing to a more technically specific paddle.

Rinse in fresh water after every session to remove chlorine and debris. Allow to dry naturally. Check the silicone tubing periodically for signs of wear, cracking, or loss of elasticity and replace if needed. Store flat and away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation of the polypropylene blade and silicone straps.