QUICKBLADE STINGRAY OUTRIGGER PADDLE
Best high-performance paddle for outrigger racers seeking maximum speed and efficiency.
This radical, ultra-short blade design cuts your catch and exit time in half, prioritizing pure efficiency over traditional stroke mechanics. It takes some adjustment to master the snappy, winged feel, but the payoff is a measurable boost in boat speed that makes longer sessions feel significantly less taxing.
$499.00
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West Coast Paddle Sports
Who it's for
- Endurance paddlers seeking reduced fatigue and higher cadence
- Athletes prioritizing joint health and ergonomic alignment
- Competitive racers needing efficient, flutter-free power transfer
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious paddlers seeking entry-level equipment
- Paddlers navigating rocky or shallow waters
- Traditionalists accustomed to straight-shaft paddle mechanics
Performance breakdown
Catch Efficiency
Revolutionary short blade design drastically cuts down entry and exit time.
Power Transfer
Winged foil blade creates active forward pull during the power phase.
Shaft Ergonomics
Double bend design optimizes flex and grip for sustained paddling comfort.
Hydrodynamic Drag
Tapered carbon construction minimizes resistance below the pulling hand.
Weight Profile
Ultra-lightweight carbon build reduces fatigue over long distance sessions.
Speed Potential
Advanced geometry offers a measurable boost to overall boat traveling speed.
Key Specs
Blade length
10" (25cm)
Blade width
11.5" (29cm)
Blade angle
12 degree
Blade size area
72 sq/in (465 sq/cm)
Overall weight
12 ounces (340 g)
Shaft
Carbon DOUBLE BEND, tapered on both ends, slight oval shape at bottom hand grip
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