Some kayaking practices require index to help hands position during paddling. This index is usually called «Paddle grip»
The oval shaft is an evolution of this paddle grip. main assets for the grip: Quality and comfort handling to offer an excellent paddle control during eskimo roll, sailing in a strong current...
The «Racing» paddle is not equipped with a paddle grip. But you can order it as an accessory. We do not recommend to put a paddle grip on a race paddle, as it will interfere with the stroke.
Last parameter but not least : your program choice : you have already answered this question buying your kayak or canoe.
> 3 kayak programs : White Water Touring Racing
tHree taBleS Were eStaBlISHed folloWInG SaIlInG ProGramS :
choosing a WHIte Water paddle
The size of the paddle depends a lot on the type of boat that is used. The volume should be taken into account : A short paddle will be interesting for the beginner and the playboater (hard to do moves with a bulky paddle) ; A longer paddle will yield more power in difficult rivers where maneuvers must be very precise. This table is intended for help only and not as something to impose. It only reflects the global trend.
important note : for Small volume boats > please consider the first recommended value in red.
YoUr ProGram 9
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WhiteWater Paddle - (Medium boats / Width from 57 to 63 cm)
Paddler s Size
paddle Lenght paddle Models
152 > 160cm
162 > 170cm
172 > 180cm
182 > 190cm
192 > 200cm
188 > 198 adjustable
186 > 190 adjustable
185 194
Fixed Adjustable Straight shaft Ergo. shaft
WARRIOR - PULSE - BLAST - W1 - IMPACT.Wtr
WARRIOR - PULSE - BLAST - W1 - IMPACT.Wtr
WARRIOR - PULSE - BLAST - W1 - IMPACT.Wtr
WARRIOR - PULSE - BLAST - W1 - IMPACT.Wtr
WARRIOR - PULSE - BLAST - W1 - IMPACT.Wtr
191 > 201 adjustable
188 > 192 adjustable
188 197
191 > 201 adjustable
192 > 196 adjustable
191 201
194 > 204 adjustable
194 > 198 adjustable
194 204
194 > 204 adjustable
196 > 200 adjustable
197 204
oValISed tUBe or no ? 8
hOW DO yOu chOOSE yOuR PADDLE ?