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Dupree
11-16-2007, 08:29 AM
My son "airmailed" one of my paddles coming back from LJ (no return address). Looking for a replacement that he could (almost) afford.

I currently paddle an OK Malibu XL II - usually solo :( - using a two piece aluminum shaft 'Wave'.

Thanks for your consideration.:you_rock:

D.out
Iceman
11-16-2007, 09:14 AM
D.
The COD Tsunami is a comparable paddle to the "Wave" A symmetrical nylon blade, aluminum shaft. They sell for $109. Another one to consider is the Werner Skagit, smaller blade face, touring, fiberglass shaft for $135.

I am a bit of a drive, but Pt Loma will help ya.:D

http://www.wernerpaddles.com/paddles/skagit.html
GBF
11-17-2007, 09:40 PM
CAMANO!!!!!!!!

My Favorite!

GBF
PaddleHP
11-18-2007, 04:07 PM
I have a Crack of Dawn Tsunami paddle, used 2 years old. I sell for quite reasonable. PM me if you are interested.
Iceman
11-19-2007, 07:29 AM
CAMANO!!!!!!!!

My Favorite!

GBF

I have been using a Camano, carbon fiber bent shaft for almost 2 years and like it alot. I want to try out an Ikilos, foam core, to push a little more water.....$350

Camanos are $255 in fiberglass and $330 in carbon fiber....a little more than the original "Wave"
Dupree
11-21-2007, 08:38 AM
Gentlemen - Thanks for the replies/info :luxhello:


D.out
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Shortbite
03-25-2008, 12:50 PM
I have been using a Camano, carbon fiber bent shaft for almost 2 years and like it alot. I want to try out an Ikilos, foam core, to push a little more water.....$350

Camanos are $255 in fiberglass and $330 in carbon fiber....a little more than the original "Wave"

What shaft length would be an ideal? or does it depends on the paddler size as well? thanks
Siebler
03-25-2008, 09:51 PM
Depends on the paddler, the kayak, and your technique. Most guys are paddling a 230 or 240cmWhat shaft length would be an ideal? or does it depends on the paddler size as well? thanks
peguinpower
03-26-2008, 07:37 AM
You need to take into account the height and reach of the paddler, plus the particular boat your using it on and your paddling style.

I'm a high angle paddler. On one my yaks, I use a 210cm and a 230cm on the another. I use the 210 on one, to keep tracking straight without having to focus too much on paddling. On the other, I bang my knuckles on the side of the yak with anything shorter.

Try before you buy.


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