The Streamlyte Freeway Premier is a high end kayaking paddle that is particularly well suited towards whitewater. Whether you're creeking, river running or taking part in freestyle, this is a great option. Streamlyte paddles are fully manufactured and assembled here in the UK. The Streamlyte Freeway Premier kayak paddles features a fibreglass paddle shaft. This is then fitted with a pair of asymmetric blades which are made from a blend of glass and diolen to give the best levels of stiffness and durability.
The Streamlyte Riverstix Foundation is a great entry level kayak paddle. This kayak paddle is perfect for learning basic skills in the pool, taking your first trip onto open water, and then challenging yourself with some basic whitewater. The Streamlyte Riverstix feature asymmetric paddle blades which feature a polypropylene construction, these are then mounted on a heavy-duty fibreglass paddle shaft. Whilst these kayaking paddles might not be the lightest, They do offer great levels of durability.
The Streamlyte Kidzstix Foundation is a great first time kayak paddle for the smaller junior paddlers. This child’s paddle features a fibreglass paddle shaft which is partnered with a pair of short fibre reinforced polypropylene paddle blades that are asymmetric in shape. With junior paddlers in mind, both the glass paddle shaft and the paddle blades have been reduced in size. The paddle shaft is narrower than a regular shaft and the paddle blades are also reduced in surface area.
The Werner Odachi is one of the ultimate paddles for whitewater kayaking. This paddle features a top end specification construction, which also offers the best levels of speed and control when taking part in down river kayaking races. The Odachi incorporates a one piece carbon paddle shaft, this is then complimented with a pair of asymmetric carbon paddle blades. The blades also feature a foam core to reduce the weight and to make them more buoyant in the water.
The VE Paddles Glass Creeker - Glass Shaft paddle blade has been designed as a great all-round paddle that's smooth and well balances. The glass blades are tough and hard-wearing, making it a great match for those paddling on the harsh UK rivers, as well as those still learning. The Creeker Glass suits longer lengths used in 'mid to longer length' river and creek boats and those looking for a blade that's less powerful than the Pro white-water paddle range.
The VE Paddles Glass Pro - Glass Shaft is their most aggressive shaped paddle, providing instant power that lasts along the length of the stroke. With most of its surface area focussed near the tip of the blade, this is the ideal model for freestyle and surf paddling. It comes supplied as standard with a ground glass shaft that's more flexible, but still slightly heavier than a carbon shaft. If you're looking for a stiffer and lighter shaft, have a look at the carbon version.