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Broadbill Full Carbon Outrigger Paddle

Broadbill Full Carbon Outrigger Paddle

Regular price $380.00 USD
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Flex

 Waka Ama / Va'a / Outrigger Canoe Paddles

The broadbill from Tai Paddles continues to be the paddle of choice for many racing teams worldwide. Maintaining its popularity against the HIKU from Tai Paddles.

The angle on the blade has been adjusted slightly for a cleaner entry and increased catch. This design has a flat surface on the power face,  which results in a forgiving entry and exit, assisting stroke fluidity. 

All new paddles from TP have new embedded decals and abs edging to improve the durability.

The Broadbill is light weight, strong and with similar flex properties to a timber shaft. This is achieved by controlling the percentage of carbon fibre and fibreglass in the shaft and also the orientation of the fibre weave. The result is consistent shaft weight and flex.

The shaft is double bend/curved and available in two flex options. Regular Flex  for all round paddling and Stiff Flex for shorter distance and stronger paddlers. 

FULL CARBON

  • 3K twill carbon laminated in 45˚ to create best stiffness and deflection.
  • Lightweight PVC foam core
  • Unidirectional carbon fiber reinforcement
  • Infusion carbon fiber rail
  • Inlaid branding
  • Shaft: epoxy, carbon fibre,  fibreglass, pvc foam
  • Blade: epoxy, carbon fibre, fibreglass, pvc foam, reinforced carbon fibre edge
  • High gloss finished
  • Paired with our new double bend carbon Regular flex or Stiff flex shaft

 Paddler Profile:

The Broadbill would compliment paddlers with a longer reach, enhancing positive entry in the stroke. It's lightweight, therefore would also compliment the less stronger paddler with regular flex to avoid 'water flutter' . 

For stronger paddlers, the Stiff Flex would be beneficial. All said, this paddle is perfect for the everyday paddler. 

Finally, let's address blade width.  With a range of blade lengths available, please remember , the wider the blade the more water will be pulled. So... wider blades will generally be more comfortable for stronger paddles. Stroke rating must also be considered. If a high rating is used a smaller width blade is generally more comfortable and assists early fatigue. 

Blade offset will assist to reduce downward drag on the back of the stroke. 

Important information:

    • Blade Width : 9.0, 9.25 & 9.5″ 
    • Blade Length : 18.5″ | 47cm
    • Offset : 9.5˚
    • Surface area : 117 - 123 in² | 794 cm
    • 3K twill carbon laminated in 45˚ to create stiffness and deflection.
    • Lightweight PVC foam core
    • Unidirectional carbon fiber reinforcement
    • Infusion carbon fiber rail
    • Inlaid branding
    • High gloss finish
    • Shaft: epoxy, carbon fibre,  fibreglass, pvc foam.
    • Carbon T grip
    • Blade: epoxy, carbon fibre, fibreglass, pvc foam, reinforced carbon fibre edge

An interesting fact: Tai Paddles are now made from components and materials from both overseas and NZ, the woodworking and finishing is done in the coastal town of Whaingaroa -- Raglan, Aotearoa.

* Worldwide Shipping available.

* International Warranty: Limited 1 year Warranty.

* Paddle design: Raglan, Aotearoa.

Materials

Full Carbon

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