Gearlab Kalleq One Year Review

After purchasing the Gearlab Kalleq a year ago it was time to do a full review on its performance. Through all four seasons I must confess that it is by far my favorite paddle I’ve ever used.  thanks for stopping by and I would appreciate some feedback as well, don’t forget to like and subscribe.

[nightfly]

Thank you for the helpful and detailed review!

[andyd]

I'm pretty new to kayaking (just started dipping my paddle in the water in May of this year). While poking around the internet, trying to learn how to stay dry and physically healthy while paddling for the next few decades, I somehow started noticing more and more mentions of Greenland paddles. (YouTube's algorithm must know I'm a contrarian 😉.) The more I learned about GPs and their history and benefits -- and the more I noticed a (intentional? unintentional? a mix?) bias toward Euro -- the more I wanted one.

A day or two ago, someone on Reddit shared their GP, a few of us asked some questions, and now I'm excited about getting my own (also 230cm) Gearlab Kalleq! Thanks so much for your helpful review! (And I agree with another comment that your voice is soothing!)

[naturalflow]

It's very soothing and relaxing to watch your videos. I find it very inspirational how creatively you share your journey and the surrounding beauty. As someone who has been struggling a bit more with stress recently, I find your videos helping me a lot to find the calmness and peace of mind in this chaotic life. Thank you for creating, sharing and showing is the beauty around. Wishing you the best on your journey :)

[mlove]

Thanks for the review, I've been enjoying your content and was so excited to see the Ukraine shirt I hit the like button right away. I'm a month into owning a Delta 16 and am considering trying a Greenland paddle, appreciate your insight.

[stevekimball]

Yes! Just got mine. Totally agree with everything you said! Effortless paddle strokes. My WS Tempest 170 has never gone so fast 😊

[Fishaholicboy]

Such a great review! Agree with so many points you mentioned

[LetsGoPaddling]

I've just found your review. Thank you for it, I see that I made a good choice to add Kalleq to my inventory. It's coming today...
I'm aware it'll be a completely different experience from wing paddles I normally use but I want to learn it 🙃

[Wonderfully-Wild]

Looks like a great paddle. Too bad they don’t make a canoe paddle as well. We’ve been contemplating buying some.

[stevenbrooks]

Great video - thanks .would you recommend this awesome paddle for a complete beginner having not used a”normal” one!!

[cadmancw]

Where did you purchase it. I am in Ontario and cannot find them anywhere.

[mattgushie]

how is solid is the paddle after one year, is there any play in two pieces?
great video BTW, love the b-roll footage and the music!!!

[markmoreno]

They now make the Ipik with shoulders and an oval loom. It is even more expensive.

[patrickhiggins]

Why did you go with the 230cm as opposed to the 220?