Grand Prix 86 Carbon One-Piece Stand Up Paddle
Staff Review: "Scary light paddle! The grand prix is a home run, Lightweight lay up, foam cored blades and 3 available sizes make the grand prix an industry leading option! 5 stars" Forrest
Guide & ACA Instructor
Start with an overall weight of just 15.25 ounces, and then look at the unique 12 degree shaft to blade offset. Materials and processes were factored in to find the perfect flex for comfort and performance. Werner's most advanced designs and fit options, like bent shaft or Small Fit. Werner gives competitors an edge, so put your race into another gear.
Learn more about Choosing a SUP Paddle
- Ultimate performance brings together all of our most advanced designs.
- As innovators we saw a need to move from the tear drop shape. Our longer, rectangular, slender blade design is easier on the body with a more gentle catch that does not sacrifice blade size and power.
- The volume of the buoyant, carbon, blade creates an exceedingly light feel for effortless and confident strokes.
- Smooth back face and thin ABS reinforced blade edges allows for a quieter catch and effortless exit of the stroke.
- Optimized blade-to-shaft offset at 12 degrees, allows for a more vertical blade position. Keeping you in the power phase longer and helping to clean up your exit.
- Dihedral allows for smooth and stable forward paddling, a core philosophy for Werner.
- Full sized blades are and ideal fit for larger, well-conditioned paddlers.
- Optimized flex and strength. Choose our carbon straight in standard or Small Fit or our Bent shaft.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Shaft Option | Pieces | Weight Grams | Weight Ounces | Length Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Straight | 1 Piece | 413g. | 14.5oz. | 50" - 86" in 1" increments. (87" to 90" add $5.00) |
| Bent | 1 Piece | 534g. | 18.75oz. | 73" - 85" in |
| Blade Surface Area | 86 in2 |
| Blade Length x Width | 19.25in x 7in |
SUP STRAIGHT SHAFT:
If one can commit to a good loose grip style of paddling, Werner's straight shaft option is solid choice. For the entry level paddler, it allows the ability to save and invest in lighter swing weight because straight shaft is less expensive. For others they simply like the traditional, simple feel of a straight shaft. The attention to detail in texture, indexing and flex allows for confident control and comfort all day long.
SUP BLADE SHAPE:
The innovators of the Long Slender Rectangular blade shape. Copied, but never duplicated, Werner's blade shape is far and away the most gentle on the body, allowing you to enjoy the water all day without feeling beat up tomorrow. A softer feel and higher cadence without having to sacrifice blade surface area. Match this shape to your physical size and goals in the sport with 3 different sizes.
