What's the difference in Kayak Paddles? Watch This
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- If you kayak a lot you know your paddle is important, in this video I team up with Dan from Headwaters Kayak in Lodi, CA for a basic overview of various paddles made of different materials at a variety of cost points. Dan is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to paddle sports and he shares some great info with us. Choosing a paddle is often an overlooked task when purchasing a Kayak. I went with a cheap one when I first got into Kayak Fishing but am very pleased with the paddle I currently have.
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I generally dislike these types of videos but there is some real useful information here.
I haven’t even bought a kayak yet, bu have watched two videos by Dan and his truly professional willingness to help is a rare commodity in any sales business. I have learned a lot and if I still lived in CA (TX now) I wouldn’t hesitate to buy all gear from him.
Yeah he should open a shop here in ATX.
I love hearing Dan explain things. He is so talented and knowledgeable
I so wish there was someone this knowledgeable here in Wisconsin. Pretty much stuck with box stores and young sales people who have no clue what they are telling us. These videos have helped me so much.
Zellers in Green Bay is awesome
What about Rutabaga in Madison?
This is the first video I came upon while looking for info for kayak paddles. I don't need to look anywhere else now thanks to you. You answered all my questions. Thank you so much.
Glad it was helpful, thanks for watching!
Great video - Lots of really very useful info , easy to understand and interesting. Thank so much!
Two mysteries of kayaking: The surf ski race (they were just inside the Golden Gate on the Mendicino side heading in, about 2006 or 07) where the guy coasting passes the guy paddling away. I wish I'd bookmarked the clip-- once you realize what's going on it makes absolutely no sense--and yet.... The second is seeing a kayak class taught for years and everyone including the instructors are paddling only with their shoulders.... When I'm coming back in and I'm exhausted and I see young new kayakers, I force myself to carefully shape up and paddle correctly. Those kids see me and figure I must know what I'm doing...so I'd better be doing it as good as I know how.
The heavy cheap paddle... great as a back up paddle on the deck. (Newbs might not fully realize why you should always have a second paddle under the deck bungees. You're solo and you get dumped. Now you, your paddle and your kayak are in the water but not in arm's reach. The wind is blowing your kayak in one direction, the current is pushing your paddle in another direction, and you have to decide, do I go after the paddle or the kayak? With a spare on your kayak, you always go for the kayak. Now you won't be in the ocean with a paddle and no boat or boat and no paddle. I've swum-paddled but I wouldn't claim it's a proven rescue technique.)
I've got a couple of Werner's, they are indestructible. Both about 13 years old, probably a couple of thousand hours on my Camano, less on my other one. The edges have a few nicks. The connecting mechanism has jammed up--salt, dirt. My advice, every season or so spend a couple of hours cleaning out all the crevices, maybe quirt in some lithium grease or whatever Werner recommends... I've had them jam a couple of times, not close properly a couple of times. Every time, I never found out what the problem was, but after cleaning and fussy, they worked. If I found a Werner paddle at a yard sale and it wouldn't connect together or the button wouldn't work--I'd buy it on the spot.
Paddle form? Always work on your stroke. I spent the first year? paddling by lifting up water at the end of my stroke. I lifted a significant percentage of the Pacific Ocean for absolutely no reason. (I did get super strong abs). Then I took a stroke class with Jen Keck, Aqua Adventures. I was the only one in the class rotating, my rotation didn't have a lot to do with my paddle... She tuned me up. A year later I took the class again. What are you doing here? My stroke was pretty good, but there's always room for improvement. If you start out learning a really good stroke, it's better than having the best paddle or the best kayak.
A more buoyant paddle. Huh. Learned something new. I'd really like to try that.
And the simplest way to tune-up your stroke is to do some Frankenstein: arms straight out, elbows locked, now you can't paddle unless you rotate your torso. When you return to your elbows bent stroke you want to keep that torso rotation. and if I'm full of it on any of this... set me straight. See you on the water.
First I did not get bored at this at all. I thought this was a great information video. me being new to kayak fishing and to CZcams I thought this was amazing I really do appreciate this video keep up the good work Chris. I'm glad magic yakker introduced me to you.
+YAKKin TV awesome man, glad the video was informative. Thanks for watching!
Awesome man glad you found it helpful.
I love watching Dan. He is so knowledgeable. I always trust what he says. This is exactly what I needed to hear.
Dan is hands down the best person to talk to about this.. he runs such a great shop with great people. - Looking forward to being there on Tuesday for the rudder install. This vid was great!
Yankee Tanker Outdoors look forward to the visit!
I agree, great kayak shop with a ton of good knowledgable folks working there. Thanks for watching buddy!
Definitely a great introduction! I have a sting Ray and manta ray that I live. Might’ve gone a bit more up the food chain had I seen this first! But on the budget side, I’ve been super impressed with the Quest Vapor at $80. It’s solid, flexible sizing, comfortable…it’s my daughter’s and she likes it better than mine which cost twice as much. What impressed me the most is the lack of rattling when shaken. A lot of cheaper paddles rattle and that means energy is lost on each stroke. Same with flexing paddle heads. Energy spent overcoming the flex is energy not going into propulsion. And as was mentioned, rigidity helps with steering. I’m gunning for a good list of gear at different price points. Frankly, the Vapor at $80 brings more contentment than some of the pricier bits. Also for a data point. My yak is 28” wide as I recall. I sit low and stand at a “towering” 5’7”…210-215 cm seems to be my best length. A little short by your comments, but I bury the whole paddle head so I think it’s okay. Good stuff, gentlemen!
Thank you Chris I just watched it, lots of useful information. I live in Wakefield, England
Great, glad you found it helpful!
I’m glad this video is out here for us newbies to see. Thanks and I wish I lived near you.
Thanks for watching!
This was one of the best videos I have seen, thanks for your expertise.
Thanks and thanks for watching!
Robert Crank thanks!!
Wow, never realized so much goes into paddles, thanks!
Great video Chris. Saw it many months ago and just rewatched it. Dan loves what he does and it shows. Thanks for the most informative paddle video I’ve seen. Helps with decision making. Good boating and fishing to you!🎣
Charlie Boutin thanks Charlie. Defiantly love this sport and happy to share what I know.
This is a great video! Thanks so much to both of you!
Man, this was the best video I seen in a long time! Thanks guys!
Lots of great Information! Thank you.
Some nice advice there. As a newbie the various paddles designs looked like a nightmare to figure out. Now I feel educated in this field and ready to make an informed decision.
Thanks for sharing 🛶
Thanks for watching glad the video was helpful!
Thanks for the Video Chris. Stoked to help get good info out there for kayak fisherman.
Thank you for your help man. Let's do it again soon!
Headwaters Kayak I
Great info Thanks
This is a good collaboration. It would be cool if you did other videos 👍🏼
Great video guys !! I’m just getting in to kayaking. I’m Headed to Headwaters for sure !!!
Almost didn't watch due to length but these guys really know their stuff and it was informative. Thanks.
Thanks for sticking it out!
Wow, tons of great info there! I learned a bunch. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching Brian, glad that we could get some useful info out there!
Thank you so much. I have learned so much from this vid. I've been looking for the "perfect" kayak and there are so many choices. Thanks for a precise explanation. At least I know what kind of paddle I think I'll want.
This is one of the most informative paddle videos online. Thank you guys.
Thanks for watching!
Awesome information! Some stuff here I never would have thought about. Thanks!
I wish I lived close to this guys shop. When you love something it shows and makes all the difference because your heart is it. Puts the best kayak shop in my local area to shame. That was a great video... thanks for the education.
ace, thanks for the info relayed with true enthusiasm
This is a great video, Dan, if you read this, your experience and offer to help is a major plus for anyone looking into kayaking! Even though I'm not into it, I want to thank you for your offer to help and your time helping Chris out!! We all know he loves to Kayak fish! : ) Now get him to go out with you one day and you can 'help' him out!!
Yeah Dan and I need to hook up and go for a paddle one of these afternoons. Thanks for watching Kelly, glad you enjoyed!
I am brand new and find all of Dan's video's so helpful. Thanks so much.
Thanks for watching
excellent education! really enjoyed and learned a great deal. Thanks!!
great rundown as I'm shopping for a paddle
Thanks for watching!
Great Video! Dan explained the difference in paddles when I bought my Lure 11.5 from him, but I had too many questions and couldn't remember everything he had to teachers . I'm glad you picked his brain and had a great lesson on paddles to share with us all!
Thanks for watching Dylan, you can always head back out there and take a lesson or two from the staff to get a refresher course.
Great video. Most useful info on paddles I've seen on You Tube. Dan is THE man!! 👍
Dan is the man! Thanks for watching!
another great video..love how well you guys teach...
Great video. I've been kayaking for years and had no idea that there were so many different paddles ... great knowledge. Thank you !!!
M Angel Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!
Thanks for the information!! Knowledge can save you a lot of money!
Thank you , now I know what paddle I need and want!! Looking forward to use a nice paddle!
I expected pretty dry content (nopun) but this was VERY informational and well done. Doing my research before buying my first kayak and this was very helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for watching, glad it was helpful!
Haha. Glad we could keep you entertained.
Thanks for the info guys. Super helpful.
That kid knows his stuff. Great job
yes, THANK YOU for these videos!
Awesome video, Chris. I really appreciated your time, passion, and attention to detail. I'm learning a lot through research, especially from your videos. Thanks a lot man!
Thanks man, glad the videos are helpful!
@@Outwestwithchris1 Extremely!
Yeah man - a light paddle makes a day of kayaking much more enjoyable !
I started with a Manta Ray , quickly evolved to a Sting Ray . Huge difference
This is a year old video but want to say thanks for the information. Its nice to run into some "real" guys who get what its like to be somewhat new, self-taught and loving the sport.
Thanks Victor, I've learned a lot over the last few years but I still have a lot to learn! Tight lines!
That’s great man. Glad you found it helpful.
Just to clarify, pro baseball players don’t grip a baseball bat tightly. It’s a very loose grip on the bat. That’s one reason bats go flying every once in a while. And this video was downright awesome! Thanks for all the fantastic information related to kayak paddles. I really think I would like that Werner with the bent handle to relax the wrists.
I want that Werner too!
This video is solid gold and the reason I have subscribed to both your channel and that of Dan at Headwaters. I'm looking to learn in order to avoid buying items 2 and 3 times before getting things right. Cheers
Awesome, thanks for subscribing! Glad the video was helpful!
I had no idea that Paddles were so expensive.. my kayak cost me $100. Wouldn't make sense to me to have a $250 paddle for a $100 kayak. Great info.
A very informative video on kayak paddles. That guy knows his stuff.
He sure does, thanks for watching!
The paddle might be more important than the kayak?? Well I'm just going to get a paddle...see you on the water 🤣🤣
Good point. Lol
He was saying that the paddle quality might be more Important than the kayak quality.
Think about it, which is better an inner tube with a $400 paddle or a $400 Kayak with a paddle with inner tube material for paddle blades?
gg why doesn’t it bother you so
Much?
LOL
very helpful information. Great details that i had no idea about.
I'm buying my first kayak for recreational river use ( to start). I found your information very valuable and easy to follow. Sad I can't get it from you because of the distance between us. Appreciate you taking the time to explain everything in such detail. Thanks again
Glad it helped, have fun out there!
@@Outwestwithchris1 I bought an intex. At 71, not planning on going hard. However, when lake is glass and it gets windy, it's a whole different scenario. I have the cheap oars that came with the Intex challenger 1. I was caught in sudden change from calm to a bit rough. I never worked as hard trying to get back to shore from the other side of Turquoise Lake this weekend. I have an excellent life jacket! I kept calm after realizing this nubie didn't realize how rowing is important. I watched a video prior to kayaking. Very helpful. I just wish I were younger to handle good quality kayaks. Anyhoo, still fun to go to Chatfield and paddle around. Interesting video. Who knew there are so many paddles out there!
bought a fibre shaft with fibre re enforced paddle and worth every dollar. Agree fully nice to have a shop to try out gear.. Be safe and fish on.
Thanks for watching!
Great video. Nice to hear from someone who really know the difference between the paddles and can explain the benefit of one vs the other.
Yeah I am lucky to have a Paddle Shop with a knowledgable staff close by. Dan and his team are great. Thanks for watching.
Thanks dude!
Great video packed with lots of information. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Great video.. love the passion
Wish I had a good kayak shop around me. I researched for months before upgrading my kayak and paddle.
So in love with my choice, a perception carolina 12 with a aqua bound sting ray paddle. I wanted speed to really be able to explore everywhere I go.
The closest lake to me I was happy with myself on a recreational kayak to do a lap around. I did three today and wasn't nearly as exhausted as the one would get me.
Thanks for the info.
I've been kayaking for over a decade and am excited to take my first class to learn how to roll =)
That's awesome man, glad you found the right kayak for you.
Really great info indeed!
Absolutely agree! A quality paddle makes a huge difference
Thanks for watching!
Thanks to this video, I bought the Werner Kalliste bent shaft. Can't wait to try it.
I just upgraded my aluminum paddle to a Werner Skagit Hooked, I wanted something lighter but also durable for fishing. this video helped a lot, thanks.
Great video, very informative.
Thanks guys! This was really helpful.
Thanks for watching, glad it helped!
Great video! Thank you!
Really good info here. Especially the importance of length and the benefits of better materials, As a tradesman this correlates as better tools make for better quality of life while working. Get more done in less time with less mental and physical drain. I can totally see the value in that 400 dollar paddle. Especially over time and if you ever got into a bad situation and had to paddle for your life. As someone getting into kayaks specifically for ocean spearfishing, that's a reality that must be acknowledged. Thanks for taking the time. I wish I had a local shop with this knowledge and passion.
This was a great video Chris, with lots of useful info. Wish there was somewhere like yours over here in the UK. There are maybe a handful of 'watersports' shops within 50 miles of where I live, none of which have anywhere where you can try out a kayak and/or paddle. Keep up the good work!
thanks again Chris loved the video
Thank you for watching, glad you liked the video!
Definitely a lot of good info. I got a whisper paddle from a friend and have been happy with it since I usually go kayaking in the river with a current. If I ever go to a lake I will definitely be getting a lighter paddle.
Really helpful video for a newbie like me.
Awesome video! Headwaters Kayak... excellent YT channel! Dan is such a super knowledgeable kayaker...
Thank you! I'm researching my first kayak so I just may take you all up on your offer! :D
Great information. Lot of help
Thank you both for taking the time to make such a comprehensive informative video. I am new to sea kayaking, with a 20yr old second hand boat that has been really well cared for (Perception Contour 450) and a cheap old aluminium paddle, both serving me well, but now that I am spending more time on the water, I have been advised to spend good money on a new paddle and really no clue what best suits. Some great info here. I am in Australia or I'd buy one from Dan! I have smallish hands and my right hand was getting sore, probably death grip, I can open/swivel the left palm and am practising with the right/control hand too, I think I could do with a narrower shaft, definitely lighter weight, and probably narrow blades for 2-3 hour paddles as I usually paddle into wind/tide one way, then turn around with the wind/tide running the other way?
Great video never even thought about the importance of the right paddle.
So important man. It's the difference of being able to paddle longer distances or stay out longer without getting fatigued. Thanks for watching buddy!
Solid intel Chris! I've been debating ponying up for the paddle I should be using. I think it's time. Thanks for the vid man, adventure on!
Thanks for watching brother, hope all is well.
I sure wish I had a paddle/sup/kayak shop like this near me! Very informative! (I bought a paddle long before I bought my first SUP; rented, but used my own paddle. I agree completely; invest in a really good paddle, and get a little coaching early on. You will get much more out of each hour that you are on the water. (Werner foam core... love, love , love...)
Very informative ... thanks. Just about to buy my second fishing yak here in Australia. I have a sit on but am now getting a sit in that will handle small rapids.
Cheers
Great video. Fishing from kayak for a couple months now. Great video,good teaching. Keep making videos. I subscribe.
Glad it was helpful!
This was great information. I am thinking of buying a kayak in the near future and I learned a lot of good info.
Thanks for watching Jim. My recommendations if you are going to purchase are 1) Test paddle the kayaks you are interested in 2) don't skimp on the paddle!
Excellent source of information; classes were very important to me. . .
Very true, thanks for watching!!
Dan needs more air time demonstrating for his fans. . .
Super informative video!
Glad you found it informative, thanks for watching!
I wish this shop and owner was here in FLA where I live! Thanks for this video.
Nice video, very helpful for a new guy
Glad we could help!
That was something I really didn’t even know. Great information for sure!!
Thanks for watching!
Yes that is good information, I just messed two points: What about the Greenland paddle. Those inuits are the ultimate kayak fishermen, I belive. And then what about the alignment of the blades to each other. Some are at the same alignment and some are at an angle against each other. And some are adjustable also in this point.
Greenland Paddles are great for long distance touring. Low wind resistance and the wood helps with the paddle coming back out of the water naturally. The different angles on the paddles is prominent in white water and some touring as well. I have an adjustable ferrule paddle where the angles can be adjusted wherever you'd like. This video focused heavily on paddles that are predominantly used for kayak fishing and not as much touring. Maybe a second video is in order that goes over Greenland's and some more details about adjusting angles? Thanks!
thanks a lot . I just started kayaking really helped
Glad it helped!
Stoked!
What a great info video.Thanks guys might just be worth the drive from Sac for the knowledge and see Dan.
I've dealt with a few kayak shops in Northern CA and I can easily say Headwaters is the most helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly store.
Hey Chris great vid on a great topic. Dan is so right on about paddles I tell people the same things all the time. A paddle can make or break you it is the most hands on piece of gear a kayaker has. I was lucky that I had enough time on the water before buying my first to know what I did not want. What Dan said about taking a class is the first thing anyone should do right after playing a kayak if you have not already. I see it all the time paddle with friends, groups or just watching CZcams vids. Just because you get the boat to move does not mean you know how to paddle. Its a nite and day difference knowing how to paddling the properly.
Totally true... I catch myself all the time practicing poor technique and have to really focus on paddling properly, mostly because I wasn't concerned about it right off the bat. Thanks for watching!
i learnt a lot from this video as a newbie i no its an older vid but thank u dude much appreciated
i wish we had this amid enthousiasm combined with sales in Greece too. congrats
Chris, this was the first video of yours that I found that got me interested in your CZcams channel. Kudos to you and Dan for this very informative video. I learned a lot from this video.
Thanks for watching, glad you found it informative!
YEa man stoked you enjoyed it.
Dan, I hope Demo Days was a great success. I wasn't able to get there yesterday, but wished I could. This seemed to be the weekend that everything was going on. I'm sad I missed it.
Thank you for your knowledge in this video. I'm new to kayaking and this was helpful as I'm heading out to get a kayak today
Very good info. Good video.
Ricardo Hernandez thanks and thanks for watching!
Hi guys I'm new to this kayak fishing sport I want to thank you you've tought me some thing I never knew about paddles obviously I have the wrong one but I'll be able to purchase the right one now and enjoy my days on the water now and maybe spend more time fishing thanks for the video guys👍😁
Glad the video was helpful! Thanks for watching.
Great info!
New friends from Trail Trash Outdoors here! Awsome tips in this video! I never knew that the technology of the paddles ment so much! Thanks for sharing🤠🤙
Good stuff... thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Great video guys. Love my feel free paddle. Yes it's heavy but it takes a beating. Thanks for the great info. Strong work.
Thanks for watching buddy! You love your paddle because you have a peddle system, lol.
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Phenomenal video!
Thank you for an informative video. I am just a newbie living in the desert. We have lots of lakes. Now to learn how to transport a real kayak to the lake with a Mini Cooper!
This video was very helpful
well thought out answers; well done.
Thanks for watching!