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Stechpaddel

Difference Canadian and Kayak? The paddle! In fact, canoeing means finding your way around with just one paddle blade and therefore you need a so-called paddle.
Our selection of paddles is small but nice and can be found here.

FAQ, glossary & keyword filter for >cutting paddle

  • Canadians
    (2 x)

    Here you will find special products for canoe riders and all tube canoes.

  • one-piece paddle
    (2 x)

    A one-piece paddle is obviously not divisible. Many paddle manufacturers also offer 2-, 3- or 4-piece versions of their established models. These cost a little more, but can also be stowed across the trunk or even in the boat itself as a spare paddle. And when ordering online, divisible paddles are cheaper to ship!

  • fiberglass shaft
    (3 x)

    A fiberglass shaft (GRP) is less rigid than a carbon shaft (CRP) despite being heavier. This means a slightly more sluggish conversion of the power per paddle stroke with a little more energy loss due to the cushioning. In return, the force peaks on the wrists are lower.

    In addition, glass is heavier, but also less sensitive to scratches and also cheaper. For the vast majority of paddlers, GRP is the best value for money.

  • Wooden paddle
    (2 x)
  • Children's paddle
    (2 x)

    Paddles for the little ones.

  • Stechpaddel
    (8 x)

    Canoe, canoe or paddle

    Here you will find a small selection, made of wood, glass or plastic from 650 grams

    Touring and whitewater double paddles are available -> here

  • divisible paddle
    (2 x)

    A divisible paddle can be broken down into 2, 3 or even 4 parts. This makes transport easier, for example. Eg across in the trunk or to take with you on the plane. When ordering online with parcel service delivery, divisible paddles are cheaper, because from 2m forward shipping may come into play.

    With many two-piece paddles, it is also possible to vary the length and twist of the paddle.

    3- or even 4-piece paddles are particularly suitable as replacement paddles for abandoned paddling expeditions, which can be easily stowed in the rear of the kayak.

  • adjustable paddle
    (2 x)

    All adjustable paddles. More differentiation via extended keyword search (touring, white water,...)

  • Adjustable angle & length
    (1 x)

    Mechanisms to adjust the angle and length of paddles:

    • – Snaps in the aluminum shaft with different holes
    • – Bayonet locks
    • - Screw connections ala broomstick (almost only with SUP paddles)
    • – Werner Vario division with 15° increments of snap-in and push button
    • – Clamping lever made of aluminum or plastic

    The latter solution has prevailed, it is used by numerous manufacturers, because it allows a relatively effortless operation even on the water (in contrast to the push button of the aluminum paddle and the broomstick connections). In addition, the clamp lever connections are also adjustable in length, 10-15cm, in contrast to the vario clamp and the button connection.

    How useful is the adjustability?

    • When paddling long distances, it can make sense to vary the length from time to time in order to put a different strain on the muscles. Or when different paddlers share a spare paddle. Or when they are used with boats of different widths. Length adjustability makes only limited sense, for example with ergo shafts, because the grip position also moves apart.
    • Ovalized shafts are glued to the blades. So you not only turn the position of the blade, but also the ovalization. Therefore, a variation of the rotation is usually only pleasantly usable by a maximum of +/- 20° to the "design angle".