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The Skagit offers unbeatable value and performance to entrants and recreational kayakers. It's recognized for its light swing weight, smooth and stable stroke, as well as, offering all the benefits of a fiberglass shaft. Great for recreational and touring boats. This paddle also doubles as an excellent choice for a spare.
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Blade Length & Width 49 x 15.6cm
Surface Area 605sq cm
Weight for Size 220cm
Straight Shaft - Glass 964g/34oz
Recommended Length 220-240cm
Adjustable Ferrule System (US Patent 6881111)
(Ferrule Care Tips)
*Light weight, elegant, easy to use
*Changes feather from left to right in 15 degree increments
*You determine what feather works best for you
Straight Shaft - Glass
*More durable for safety
*Smooth surface and oval indexing for increased comfort
Standard and Small Diameter Shaft
*Two shaft sizes allow you to choose a good fit
*A good fit allows you to use a light grip
*A light grip is more comfortable, reduces fatigue, and increases your performance
*Small diameter fits glove sizes XS-M, Standard Diameter Shaft fits glove sizes M-XL
Light Swing Weight
*Swing weight is the weight you feel each time you lift your blade during a stroke
*A light swing weight reduces fatigue
*All Werner paddles are designed to be well balanced with a light swing weight
Low Angle Design
*A more relaxed style of paddling commonly used on day and multi-day kayak trips
*Smooth forward stroke reduces fatigue
*Popular all around touring design
Asymmetrical Design
*Equalizes pressure on each half of the blade
*Minimizes torque for a smooth entry and exit
*Reduces wrists and hand fatigue
Dihedral
*Reduces blade flutter by giving direction to the flow of water off the blade
*No flutter means your stroke is stable, for more comfort and less fatigue
Blade Material
*Constructed of light weight fiberglass reinforced nylon |