Straight

The standard for hundreds of years, the Classic Straight shaft allows paddlers the ability to easily slide hands off-center to vary leverage, thus increasing power and control during inclement conditions. While the Classic Straight design does indeed increase versatility and range of motion, it also applies more force to arms and wrists. We recommend these shafts to the most seasoned paddlers.

Modified Crank

Innovative design that takes the bent shaft idea a step further, adding a stabilizing effect that not only minimizes sideways bending on the wrist, but allows for the lowest possible grip force, provide the greatest possible deterrence against repetitive strain injuries. Very useful for any paddler suffering wrist pain. Allows blade to automatically register its ideal angle of attack, getting maximum efficiency from every stroke. This is of particular benefit after hours of hard paddling, when the Modified Crank allows you make strokes that, though shortened due to fatigue, are still efficient, making the most of your remaining energy.

Double Torque Bent

Proven at the highest levels in whitewater competition, from Olympic slalom to the World Freestyle Championships, Double Torque shafts utilize a corrective grip angle to help whitewater paddlers push the limits. Built to allow the wrist to maintain a more natural alignment, Lendal Double Torque shafts minimize the destructive compressive forces that create potential wrist injuries, and maximize powerful reverse strokes for optimal whitewater play and enhanced maneuvering.