I'm new to straights and the only strop I have and use is the SRD modular paddle. It works for me and I continue to refine my stropping technique on the modular paddle.

I would like to ask if it is necessary to (eventually) move to a hanging strop? I know that more leather and fabric choices are available for the hanging models but in purely functional terms, is the paddle enough strop for a guy who isn't overly curious about various leathers and draws?