The Werner Nantahala 1 Piece Straight Shaft is a versatile open canoe paddle, ideal for various aspects of canoeing, especially when linking different strokes. Designed with a continuous weave glass fiber blade mounted on a durable fiberglass shaft, its classic flat, rectangular shape enhances forward paddling speed and stroke linking. You have two options: the "Nantahala Uncut" with a loose T-handle for customizing length, or the "Nantahala Leverlock" featuring an adjustable telescopic shaft for precise length adjustment within a 20cm range.