Product Details
The Werner Sherpa 4 Piece Paddle is an exceptionally smooth and responsive river running design that can fit in your checked luggage or be stowed in your kayak. With the precise blade shape for a more efficient forward stroke, the Sherpa gives you what you need to charge big water.
- 30° blade offset balances solid bracing with reduced wind resistance.
- Premium fiberglass blade and shaft construction provides lightweight responsiveness and durability.
- With a more pronounced tip and more surface area above the center of the blade, this mid-sized design is optimized for a better forward stroke.
- Balanced blade design is smooth and powerful from catch to release.
- The four-piece Sherpa breaks down to easily packable sizes for a back-up or travel paddle.
- The center ferrule (joint) is a traditional stainless steel button system and the shaft to paddle joint is a stainless steel button system for an easy secure fit.
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Specs
Product Tips
- Adjustable and break-apart ferrules are built with fine tolerances for a precise fit. Sand, silt or salt left inside the ferrule will interfere with adjustability. After each use, take the paddle apart and thoroughly rinse the ferrule with warm water. Dry before reassembling.
Weight: | 1155g / 40.75 oz |
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Longest Piece: | 194 cm - 23 7/8"; 197 cm - 24 1/4"; 200 cm - 24 13/16" |
Blade Material: | Fiberglass-reinforced nylon |
Blade Size: | 19.5 cm W x 46 cm L (7.7" W x 18" L) |
Blade Surface Area: | 680 sq cm / 105.4 sq in |
Blade Shape: | Asymmetrical |
Shaft Material: | Fiberglass/carbon blend |
Shaft Shape: | Straight |
Feather: Also called "offset." The difference in angle between the two blades of a kayak paddle. Some paddles have a fixed feather, while others are adjustable. Degree of feather is a matter of personal preference. |
30 degree |
Breakdown: | Yes - 4 pieces |
Control: When paddling, one hand keeps its grip on the paddle and the other rotates around the shaft. The grip hand is your "control" hand. Some paddles can be custom ordered with left-hand control. |
Right hand |
Small Shaft Stocked: | No |
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