Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft
Shaft size includes handle and blade.
Oars sold individually
Blade sold separately
Oversize shipping charges apply
- Shaft length without blade:
- 7' = 56.5"
- 7.5' = 62.5"
- 8' = 68.5"
- 8.5' = 74.5"
- 9' = 80.5"
- 9.5' = 86.5"
- 10' = 92.5"
- 11' = 104.5"
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by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Rivers (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
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Pros
- Adjustable
- Comfortable Shaft
- Good Control
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Trips
- River Running
- Touring
Comments about Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft:
The oars were fine but a couple of issues at purchase and on transport bear mentioning. We received the oars and separately purchased Oar Rights only to find that sleeves for the oars were not included (not sure whether this was a shipping error). Separately after removing the blades from the shaft for transport 600 miles to the Main Salmon river from Seattle we discovered at Corn Creek that the aluminum sleeve inside the oar shaft had moved such that the alignment hole for the blade to lock in would not take the "button" on the blade. This proved to be a non-trivial riverside fix. Once on the water the oars performed admirably.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Adjustable
- Comfortable Shaft
- Good Control
- Minimizes Fatigue
- Reduces Flutter
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft:
On all my rafts and drift boat
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft:
These are a solid economy shaft. First time we assembled ours on a hot driveway, the plastic outer skin got warm and expanded relative to the aluminum core, which created some problems. We used a knife to enlarge the hole where the blade button pops through, and also cut off the excess that was now extending beyond the end. The oar still works fine, but still not a great feature. I prefer other oar brands but the price on these is nice and they still work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Good performance
- Not too expensive
Cons
- Lack of "feel"
- Not as light as some
Best Uses
- Oar rafts
- With pins and clips
Comments about Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft:
on my oar raft
Service and delivery comments:
quick delivery at reasonable cost.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Maintenance free
- Sturdy
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Rapids Paddling
- Rivers
Comments about Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft:
I have used Carlisle oars for 30 years and the two I've broken happened after a flip on the Grand Canyon in 2001. I replaced them at Phantom Ranch when I ordered replacements and had them brought in by mules...had to get break down replacements in order to get them down the trail!
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- Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft
Q:
I currently own a Clackacraft 16' Lp driftboat. The carlisle oars I have on this boat are 7'long (shaft). Will that work for a 13 foot NRS otter with fishing frame?
thanks,
David Ward
dwardconsult@gmail.comAsked on 4/10/2013 by zendavid from bothell, wa1 answer
A:
David, the 13' Otter will take a 60"W fishing frame. As you know, oar length is somewhat personal preference. We recommend 8'-9' oars for a 60" frame. Depending on where you're measuring that 7' shaft length the oars may be over 9'. But give them a try; you may find they work fine. One thing you can do if they seem a bit heavy is to add counterweights, Item # 1390.Answered on 4/10/2013 by Clyde from NRS
- Carlisle Raft Oar Shaft
Q:
Will cataract counter weights work on carlisle oar shafts?Asked on 12/2/2012 by Grizz from Ohio / Montana5 answers
VERIFIED BUYER
A:
Yes
Timothy Farquhar Farrier Service
284 County Route 2
Accord, NY 12404
Sent from my Verizon Wireless Droid X3Answered on 12/3/2012 by AnonymousVERIFIED BUYER
A:
Never tried them, but I would think they would.EdAnswered on 12/2/2012 by AnonymousA:
Yes, the Cataract Counterbalance Sleeves will fit on the full size heavy-duty Carlisle shafts.Answered on 12/2/2012 by Clyde from NRSVERIFIED BUYER
A:
Grizz,
Both Carlisle and Cataract specify a shaft outside diameter of 1-7/8". My
Carlisle shafts measure 1-7/8" (actually 10 mils less at 1.865"). Cataract
counter weights don't specify an inside diameter.
If Cataract shafts indeed measure 1-7/8" and their weights fit their shafts,
they should also fit Carlisle shafts just fine.
Cheers,
Bill
Merchant response: Oar Sleeves are sold separately.