Werner Side Kick Paddle

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The Werner Side Kick Paddle’s large blades offer the ultimate combination of power and responsiveness for strong, well conditioned play boaters.

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30 degree blade offset balances solid bracing with reduced wind resistance.
Werner’s exclusive Neutral Bent Shaft option positions your hands for the best balance, comfort and control, helping reduce discomfort in your wrists and arms.
Premium fiberglass blade provides lightweight responsiveness and durability.
Larger blades are ideal for well conditioned play boaters and paddlers who love to run big rivers and creeks.
Down-turned blades enter the water sooner for more initial power and won’t get in your way for free-style moves.

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Werner Neutral Bent Shaft (2:23)

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Werner Construction & Design

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Specs

Blade Material:

Fiberglass

Blade Size:

20 cm W x 48 cm L (7.1" W x 18.9" L)

Blade Surface Area:

719 sq cm / 111 sq in

Blade Shape:

Asymmetrical

Shaft Material:

Straight Shaft is Fiberglass, Bent Shaft is Carbon

Shaft Shape:

Straight or Bent

Feather:

Also called "offset." The difference in angle between the two blades of a kayak paddle. Some paddles have a fixed feather, while others are adjustable. Degree of feather is a matter of personal preference.

30 degree

Breakdown:

Control:

When paddling, one hand keeps its grip on the paddle and the other rotates around the shaft. The grip hand is your "control" hand. Some paddles can be custom ordered with left-hand control.

Right hand

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Weight:

Straight Shaft is 35.5 oz (1006 g)

Weight:

Bent Shaft is 38 oz (1077 g)

Application:

Whitewater: Playboating

Features:

Large blades are a great choice for stronger, well conditioned paddlers
Down-tilt blades enter the water sooner for more initial power and won't get in your way for freestyle moves