MSRP: Straight Shaft $350 Neutral Bent Shaft $425 (prices are in U.S. currency)
The Shuna is our most popular high angle touring paddle. It's powerful yet light weight and durable and great for active or relaxed paddling. The mid-sized blades fit a wide range of kayakers and are versatile and easy to use during advanced maneuvers or all around touring.
Mid-size blades fit a wide range of paddlers and are versatile for advanced maneuvers and all around touring.
Slight dihedral enhances blade maneuverability for smooth linking strokes.
Versatile, light weight and durable.
Surface Area
610 sq cm
Blade Length x Width
46 x 18cm
Weight for 210cm
Straight Shaft
723g/25.5oz
Neutral Bent Shaft
808g/28.5oz
Recommended Length
205-220cm
Available Lengths:
Straight Shaft
205-230cm
Neutral Bent Shaft
205-230cm
High-angle available in 5cm increments
FEATURES & FIT OPTIONS
Create a custom fit paddle to increase your performance, reduce fatigue and have more fun on the water. All Touring Performance paddles come standard with our continuous carbon weave laminate blades and continuous weave carbon shafts with our patented Adjustable Ferrule System (US patent 6881111). You choose Straight Shaft Carbon or Neutral Bent Shaft Carbon; in either our Standard or Small Diameter shafts. Then use your height and boat width to determine the correct paddle length. Visit Werner's Fit Guide to customize your paddle.
FEATURES & OPTIONS:
High Angle Paddling
A more powerful catch and stroke for increased forward efficiency.
The paddle is kept at a high angle relative to the water and a faster cadence is used.
Best for linking a variety of maneuvering stokes.
Excellent for bracing and rolling
Mid-sized Performance Blades
Mid-sized blades fit the widest range of kayakers.
Lighter, smooth feel on the water.
Carbon weave for lightest weight to strength ratio.
Dihedral for smooth forward strokes.
Adustable Ferrule
Elegant, easy to use design.
Low profile button looks and feels like a 1-piece paddle.
Internal gear system for precise fit.
Adjusts feather left or right in 15 degree increments.
You determine what feather works best for you.
Straight Shaft Carbon
More traditional feeling and generally less expensive.
The lightest weight option available.
Continuous length allows for easy hand movement.
Neutral Bent Shaft Carbon
Neutral bent shafts naturally aligns wrists to reduce fatigue
More hand to shaft contact for increased control
Immediate comfort and reduced strain with lighter grip
Extremely light weight with Werner durability
Balanced for precise control and comfort
Standard and Small Diameter Shaft
Two shaft sizes ensure you get a proper fit.
A good fit allows you to use a light grip, reducing fatigue and increasing comfort and performance.
Hands larger than 7” fit our Standard Shaft.
Hands smaller than 6.5” fit our Small Shaft
Hands between 6.5” and 7” - try both!
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 and makes paddling more fun.
Correct Length
Locate the closest combination of paddler height and boat width listed.
Narrower boats or shorter paddlers subtract 5cm for high angle and 10cm for low angle.
Add length for wider boats and sit-on-tops
Use this chart as a starting point and contact a Werner representative for more information if needed 800.275.3311.
