Creed Sup's Kacy show's us how to cut and finish a carbon fiber paddle in the video below. You'll need...A measuring tapeA hack saw or electric saw2 part clear epoxy (available at surf shops, Harbor Freight, Home Depot, or autoparts stores.Metal file (optional) to even out uneven cuts.A blow dryer or heat gun to add the optional heat shrink tape sealA bench, or sawhorse, ( or could be 2 chairs, 2 blocks of wood on the floor) something to firmly hold your paddle off of the ground while you cut.