Who are Select Paddles?

Select Paddles have made a splash in the world of watersports in recent years with its extensive range of high-quality performance paddles for kayaking and canoeing activities. Made in France and crafted with a combination of innovation, technological prowess and passion, Select paddles are now considered some of the best kayak paddles in the industry and the brand are at the forefront of innovative paddle design. It’s this high standard of experienced craftsmanship, expertise and fantastic value for money that makes Select Paddles an unrivalled choice for many paddlers when choosing equipment to take on their next watersports venture.

Here at NorthShore Watersports, we’re proud to stock Select kayak paddles within our range of kayak paddles for sale, including the best-selling Select River Paddle. We’ve taken a look at its specifications to help you determine if it could be the best choice for your next river run.

Select River Kayak Paddles

Designed with the paddler in mind to offer the best experience on the water, the Select River kayak paddle is an extremely versatile paddle that can be taken on a range of watersports excursions, whether that’s freestyle kayaking or gentle ventures downriver. With medium-sized blades crafted with fibreglass layers and a specially designed prepreg fibreglass shell combined with its ovalized fibreglass carbon shaft, the Select River kayak paddle is exceptionally lightweight while maintaining its durability and provides smooth control in the water. Due to this lightweight quality, carbon fibre kayak paddles and fibreglass kayak paddles are the superior options for many paddlers, as they help to prevent arm fatigue and thus enable an extended time enjoying your watersport of choice. 

A choice of shaft

The Select River kayak paddle is available in both a straight shaft and ergonomic (or bent) shaft design that both have their own qualities to consider. A straight shaft is the most traditional and commonly used type of paddle by beginners and pros alike. However, an ergonomic bent shaft is designed to maintain the alignment of your arm and hand on the shaft and thus reduce the strain on your elbows and wrists during paddling.

When choosing your Select kayak paddle, the choice of shaft ultimately comes down to personal preference. If you’re looking to keep things simple and stick to the classic, a straight shaft will always be a fine choice. However, if you have your hand placement mastered, the precise positioning of the ergonomic bent shaft can offer a superiorly comfortable hold and enable hours of enjoyment in the water.

Specifications:

Blade Material: Fibreglass

Blade Surface Area: 690cm²

Blade Design: IMPACT

Blade Length x Width: 44 x 20 cm

Shaft Material: Ovalized fibreglass carbon

Shaft Type: Straight or Ergonomic

Paddle Size: 200cm, 194cm, 197cm

Colour: Blue/Black

Versatile, lightweight and exceptionally well made, the Select River fibreglass kayak paddle is a fantastic choice of paddle for kayakers of any level of expertise. Whether you opt for the classic straight shaft or ergonomic bent shaft, the quality craftsmanship and innovative design of the River kayak paddle makes either option an excellent choice for all your future kayaking ventures.