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Ultimate performance taken to a higher level with the Bent Shaft Ovation; Werner's lightest, best paddling paddle has no detail overlooked, even down to the custom drip rings. The feeling on the water is fitting of the name. Read More
The Werner Ovation Carbon Bent Shaft Kayak paddle is an extremely lightweight, elegant touring paddle. It features performance core blades that have an exceptionally light buoyant feel on the water and silky smooth strokes that make paddling all day long feel effortless. The thin edges create a smooth entrance and exit from the water. The ergonomic bent shaft reduces fatigue in the wrists. The Ovation is the ultimate choice for low angle paddlers who want exceptional quality. It comes in its own embroidered fleece storage bag. The Ovation is not intended for the surf zone or any extreme paddling condition.
With 50 years in the making, Werner is honored to have the "Ovation" carry on. In honor of the man who started it all, the Werner Sr. Edition Ovation is the culmination of decades of experience on the water and in the R&D room, working with composite materials and construction. Ultimate performance taken to a higher level with the Ovation; the lightest, best paddling paddle has no detail overlooked, even down to the custom drip rings. The feeling on the water is fitting of the name.
Our Ultimate Performance brings together all of our most advanced designs. Paddles that offer Ultimate Performance have an exceptionally light, buoyant and quiet feel on the water.
Low Angle is the most popular as it is more universal, primarily being more relaxed, but still allowing folks to paddle at a higher performance.
Werner's Smart View adjustable ferrule system has the most precise, solid fit while maintaining a smooth one piece feel. Simple in design and operation, easily adjust to your desired feather with less moving parts. Better performance and longer lasting.
Align your wrists in a more ergonomic position; reduce fatigue gain the confidence of full hand contact. Neutral Bent means blade, ferrule and grip in a straight line for a familiar feel of a straight shaft.
Shaft Option | Pieces | Weight Grams | Weight Ounces | Length Range |
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Straight | 1 Piece | 461g. | 16.25oz. | 210cm to 260cm in 5 cm increments. |
Straight | 2 Piece | 546g. | 19.25oz. | 210cm to 260cm in 5 cm increments. |
Bent | 1 Piece | 602g. | 21.25oz. | 210cm to 240cm in 5cm increments |
Bent | 2 Piece | 602g. | 21.25oz. | 210cm to 240cm in 5cm increments |
Feather Angle | Smart View Adjustable |
Blade Surface Area | 643 cm2 |
Blade Length x Width | 52cm x 16.5cm |
Learn more about Choosing a Touring Kayak Paddle.
Bent paddle shafts allow you to align your wrists in a more ergonomic position, reducing strain and fatigue while maintaining the confidence of full hand contact. Werner's neutral bent shaft design keeps the blade, ferrule and grip in a straight line for a familiar feel of a straight shaft, making finesse strokes and rolling much easier and allows for a seamless transition for those switching from straight shaft to bent shaft paddles.
Low angle paddles feature blades which are long and narrow and meant to be inserted into the water closer to parallel with the surface of the water. If your top hand stays around shoulder height you are utilizing a low angle technique. This style of paddling is very efficient and commonly used for more recreational paddling or when covering long distances and will benefit from conserving energy and reduced fatigue.
Werner Paddles makes the promise that their pride and quality workmanship will be evident every time you pick up your paddle. You can see it in the unsurpassed attention to quality and feel it with every paddle stroke. Werner paddles are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within the warranty period, all paddles found to have defects will be repaired when possible or when a repair is not possible, replaced at no charge. Second hand paddles, including dealer rental or demo paddles, are not covered under warranty. Read More