Everything You Need To Know About Kayak Paddles

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0:00 Everything You Need To Know About Kayak Paddles
0:35 Paddle Blade Angle
1:26 Paddle Materials
6:27 Dihedral vs Flat
8:15 Bent Shaft vs Straight Shaft
9:51 Ferrules
10:53 Feathering
12:36 Paddle Sizing
14:09 Specialized Paddles
14:57 Next Time on Headwaters Kayak

[krakhare]

I absorb every bit of wisdom you guys provide in your videos! I can relate to the paddle sizing “guides”. When I started out with my fishing kayak, an outfitter had me using a 250cm. I found that length to be too long for my high angle preference. Now I gravitate between 230-240 for my boat, but as you said, kayak width, paddling stroke, paddler composition, etc all play a factor in dialing-in that sweet spot of good form. Keep that wisdom coming!!!

[garrygadberry]

I just want to say that when I first started kayaking the first video I watched is your video on paddling 101. Your videos are so informational and after I watch one I have more knowledge….Thank you for all you do for this sport.

[noyopacific]

Regarding the ferrule on two - piece aluminum shaft paddles. (At 1:42 ) The male ferrule insert on aluminum shaft paddles also reduces corrosion that can cause the joint to fuse together. If you have aluminum shaft paddles you can prevent this by taking them apart whenever they aren't being used. This is a good practice with any two-piece paddle. Thanks for the video !

[newfoundlanderonthego]

Man, this is probably one of the best videos i have seen, well explained, a wealth of information.
Your passion shows through.
First time viewer.

[jwfisherman]

Once again you have done a very succinct and extremely educational video on the art of kayaking and choosing a paddle. This should be mandatory watching for anybody looking to buy their first paddle or changing kayak styles.

[chrishitchings]

I used an old crappy one piece paddle for about a year when I started the switched to a full carbon paddle. The difference is just incredible, slips in and out of the water almost silently! It's not even a top of the range, £300, but makes so much difference.

[rowalong]

Thankyou for such a good video. As a newbie to all this, your video is spot on in helping me understand what stuff means!

[amberbarron]

Just started paddling this year and me and my 9yr old are learning so much from you. I really appreciate your videos since we got into this on our own. We would be so lost without your channel. Thank you!
Now since it’s getting colder, we are trying to decide what type of wetsuit we need?

[boatman]

Great video and it's always a pleasure to watch someone like you paddling…there are so many videos online of paddlers with terrible form…great to see someone with great form!

[elvislee]

This is by far the best well thought out video on the subject of paddle and paddling. Super happy I bought the Werner Cyprus full carbon paddle as my first paddle.

[TGB-lnwq]

This dude is a great teacher and was super helpful. Thanks for the video.

[Clambelly]

Incredible depth of knowledge that you share very succinctly, directly and without much fanfare.

[gregvoci]

Newbie here who recently bought an Eddyline Caribbean 12FS that's 30 inches wide. The outfitter urged me to buy a Werner Camano that's 230 CM. It's a very light and stiff paddle. Another great informative view.

[thomaswalsh]

After changing to wing I can never go back to euro blades, they just feel so inefficient through the water.
One hint on paddle length, with adjustable length shafts it is useful to change the length while on the water, make it slightly longer for a more powerful stroke, or shorten it slightly for a less tiring stroke. So I have my paddle longer when going downwind / current, but shorter when battling against it. Think of it as changing gears.

[markmoreno]

Thank you for mentioning my favorite paddle, the Greenland style. Also for mentioning that a wooden Euro style is available. I like to feel a more planted blade especially in a braced position.

[PhamVans]

Just ordered my first kayak, these are great tips! Will definitely watch this again and take some notes!

[justindavis]

You have taught me so much useful information without any sales hype. My go to Kayak channel.

[bopsmom]

Another great video Daniel! Sharing this to the local FB pages👏

[heathen_]

Ahhhh this would’ve saved me a few hundred and some frustrating paddles lol. Really well done video! It’s going to help a ton of people out in the future

[LuddnJung]

I have the Werner Kaliste bent shaft and the Lettmann Multi Wave bent shaft. Both are greate paddles…