Werner Bandit Canoe Paddle
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Sizes:54", 56", 58", 60", 62"
- Features:
- Spooned powerface has sharp symmetrical blade for a powerful catch and immediate responsiveness.
- Fiberglass shaft with oval index adds control and comfort.
- Blade Specs:
- Fiberglass
- Size: 49x20cm, 19"x 8"
- Symmetrical
- Shaft Specs:
- Fiberglass
- Paddle Weight:
- 709g (25oz) at 58 inches
Reviewed by 2 customers
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Pros
- Comfortable Shaft
- Good Weight Balance
- Highly Visible
Cons
- No Wooden Shaft Option
Best Uses
- OC1
Comments about Werner Bandit Canoe Paddle:
It's a shame that this paddle is no longer offered with a wooden t-grip. The plastic grip is nice (better than the AB Edge) but wood is better. Compared to the AB Edge this paddle has a much nicer (mildly indexed I think) shaft and the blade is much more substantial. Also it's nice to have a bright yellow paddle that's easier to see if.. uh.. let's say I lend it to my _friend_ and they drop it during a white water swim.
Service and delivery comments:
NRS was awesome to deal with. I threw them a curve-ball by having this paddle delivered to a different country than my VISA billing address. NRS gave me a quick phone call to verify. They were great on the phone and it didn't hold up my delivery at all.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable Shaft
- Durable
- Inexpensive for quality
- Lightweight
- Minimizes Fatigue
Cons
- Flutters on return
Best Uses
- Mid-level of seriousness
Comments about Werner Bandit Canoe Paddle:
While it's not the paddle the most serious racers or creek boaters would choose, for the mid-level paddler like me, it's one of the best paddles for your money. I use it on rocky Wisconsin whitewater and in bigger water out West. It's lightweight, has a comfortable shaft and grip, and is quite durable for it's weight and price. Some serious paddlers have even started using auto-door lining to increase the abrasion durability of the bottom edge of the paddle. The only downside is that the blade is so thin that it flutters a bit when doing an underwater return.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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- Werner Bandit Canoe Paddle
Q:
How do you know what size shaft to order? Im looking at ordering a guide stick for the first time. I have always used a customer paddle. Im 5'11" if that helps. Thanks for all the help in advance.Asked on 11/24/2012 by Two Swim from Coloma, Ca1 answer
A:
Take a look at the sizing guides - http://www.nrsweb.com/inflatables/paddle_sizing_guide.aspAnswered on 11/25/2012 by Clyde from NRS
