MSRP: Straight Shaft $415 Neutral Bent Shaft $525 (prices are in U.S. currency)
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The Stikine's Performance Core blades are the ultimate creek and river running design. The mid size blade design is powerful and fits a variety of kayakers. It's light and buoyant in aerated water and the balanced blade design is smooth from catch to release. Impact resistant Kevlar(tm) and a double layer of Dynel(tm) edging gives this paddle it's added durability and Werner's legendary bomber strength.
Mid-size Performance Core blade design is powerful and fits a variety of kayakers
Balanced blade design is smooth and powerful from catch to release
Impact Resistant Kevlar(tm) and a double layer of Dynel(tm) edging adds durability
Available in straight or neutral bent; standard or small diameter
Werner's legendary bomber strength
Surface Area
680 sq cm
Blade Length x Width
46 x 19.5 cm
Weight for 197cm
Straight Shaft
992g/32.5oz
Neutral Bent Shaft
1049g/37oz
Recommended Length
191-200cm
Available Lengths:
Straight Shaft
185-206cm
Neutral Bent Shaft
188-203cm
FEATURES & FIT OPTIONS
Create a custom fitting paddle to increase your performance, reduce your fatigue and have more fun on the water. All Whitewater Performance Core paddles come standard with our Performance Core blade design. You choose Straight Shaft or Neutral Bent Shaft; 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:
Mid-sized River Running & Creeking Blade
Blade design is evenly balanced so the catch is clean, immediately powerful, and smooth through out the entire stroke
Mid-sized blades fit the widest range of kayakers
Performance Core WW Cross Section
Water flows uninterrupted across the performance core profile creating smooth and effortless maneuvering strokes
Performance Core WW Blade Design
Light and buoyant in aerated water
Enhances bracing and rolling
Impact resistant Kevlar and tough Dynel edging
Straight Shaft
More traditional feeling and generally less expensive.
The lightest weight option available.
Continuous length allows for easy hand movement.
Neutral Bent Shaft
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
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!
Correct Length
Locate the closest combination of paddling style and paddler height listed.
Add length for inflatable and sit-on-top kayaks
Use this chart as a starting point and contact a Werner representative for more information if needed 800.275.3311.
