Why choose the X500 kayak paddle?
Construction:
- 3K carbon handle for maximum lightness
- Ovalizer on the right hand side of the handle
- Plastic blades loaded with carbon fibre to ensure an ideal flex/power transmission ratio
Shape:
- sea kayak type shape, two silicone drip stops on the handle
Dimensions
Maximum size for use: 220 cm
Minimum size for use: 210 cm
Disassembled size: 121 cm
Weight recorded: 900 g, Weight marked: 1 kg
Tube diameter: 30mm
Blade area: 612 cm2
How do I adjust the size of my paddle?
Les réglages dépendent du kayakiste, de l'environnement de navigation et de son embarcation:
Une pagaie courte pour l'eau-vive et pour les kayaks étroits (< 60 cm de largeur).
*Pagaie courte = entre 20 et 30cm de plus que votre taille
Une pagaie plus longue pour les randonnées et les kayaks plus larges (> 60 cm de largeur).
*Pagaie longue = entre 30 et 40cm de plus que votre taille
How do I adjust the angle of my paddle?
Adjustments depend on the kayaker, the sailing environment and the boat:
Between 0° and 45°, for whitewater, where you'll want to limit the time taken up by the gestures to be as reactive as possible.
Between 45° and 90°, for touring, where you'll want to reduce the windage for better effort management.
If in doubt, follow your instincts...
How do you paddle?
Hands low, horizontal or low angle:
All these terms mean the same thing. Your paddle is rather thin and long; in a touring spirit, you are looking for duration rather than strength.
This gesture allows you to manage your effort and limit fatigue at the
Mains hautes, vertical ou high angle:
Your paddle is wide and short; it is rather intended for use in whitewater or competition.
This more vertical gesture is more physical and consumes more energy.
Warranty
Warranty: 2 years
