Werner Odachi Straight Shaft

The Werner Odachi Straight Shaft was designed from the ground up specific for down river and creek race. As race courses are more commonly set on harder and harder runs, we want to assure that going fast didn’t have to mean worrying about your paddle. The Werner Odachi Straight Shaft has forward offset, foam core blades meaning you’re getting solid purchase with every stroke you take.

Features:
– With an increased blade to shaft offset, this blade forward design gives a more powerful catch and more verticality through the power phase.
– Greater dihedral to stabilize powerful forward strokes through turbulent conditions.
– Long blade length (49cm) provides greater leverage.
– Race inspired blade tip. Symmetrical shape for more surface area, for more efficiency when matching a more vertical race stroke. Subtle scoop for more purchase.
– Along with carbon bent and straight shafts, we’ve optimized materials and manufacturing techniques to obtain lower weight, remain strong and provide a comfortable flex. Less fatigue on your body overall, for the longer races.
– Because you still hit rocks when you go fast, Dynel® edging is highly abrasion and impact resistant. Protecting the fine-tuned carbon blades from the elements.

Specs:
Shaft Option: Straight
Pieces: 1 Piece
Weight Grams: 867g.
Weight Ounces: 30.5oz.
Length Range: 162cm-230cm in 1cm increments.
Feather Angle: Fixed. L or R. 0 to 90 in 5 degree increments.
Blade Surface Area: 735 cm2
Blade Length x Width: 49cm x 20.5cm

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