Dihedral Inflatable Kayak Paddles
Manufacturer: BIC
Product ID: dihedinflatablekayakpaddlebicww
Overview
The blades on this 220cm (7'2") BIC dihedral inflatable kayak paddles are not overly flexy, but neither are they the stiffest we've ever seen. They are asymetric and curved, 7" wide, with a pointy tip at the top outer edge of each blade. These blades are off-white with dark orange trim lines, and the aluminum shaft is black anodized. There is no direct aluminum to aluminum contact at the two blade joints, so you do not have to worry about this portion fusing together if you use them in salt water. However, the center joint is direct metal-to-metal contact, so you do need to take them apart into at least two pieces after ocean use. (And rinse the dihedral inflatable kayak paddles with freshwater).
The Rec dihedral inflatable kayak paddles is about 2 pounds, 14 ounces, so not a lightweight but they do have some nice features. They are shock-corded like tent poles to keep all four pieces together, come in a little mesh bag, and the biggest piece is only 25" long. These are fine for touring (oceans, lakes, etc) or calmer rivers, but are not strong or wide enough for any real whitewater. A very reasonably priced "airplane-able" dihedral inflatable kayak paddles option. The shaft is not covered with anything at the grip areas, so these are cold to the touch on chilly days. Best to use this paddle with gloves if it's cool outside.
dihedral inflatable kayak paddles Details
The Rec dihedral inflatable kayak paddles is about 2 pounds, 14 ounces, so not a lightweight but they do have some nice features. They are shock-corded like tent poles to keep all four pieces together, come in a little mesh bag, and the biggest piece is only 25" long. These are fine for touring (oceans, lakes, etc) or calmer rivers, but are not strong or wide enough for any real whitewater. A very reasonably priced "airplane-able" dihedral inflatable kayak paddles option. The shaft is not covered with anything at the grip areas, so these are cold to the touch on chilly days. Best to use this paddle with gloves if it's cool outside.
Sport 4-PC 220cm dihedral inflatable kayak paddles Manufacturers Description
A four-piece paddle joined with elastic cords to reduce the potential for losing a piece. Asymmetric blades, providing moderate power for long distance courses and touring paddling. The long and slender blades give also more comfort in windy and choppy conditions. Fitted with anti-drip shields and mounted on a black anodized shaft. Can be adapted to left-handers. Blade material: polycarbonate + fiberglass Shaft: aluminium 29.5mm, Weight: 1.35kg / 2.98lbs, Length: 2.20m, pin lock system.
