Slalom Kayak Paddles
Slalom kayak paddles are double-bladed carbon paddles for K1 canoe slalom. G’Power makes the Spider, Hunter New, Cobra, Rile and Twister blade families in CLUB, RACING, ELITE and EXTREME constructions, plus the Kayak Cross paddle. The blade comparison is on the slalom paddles page, and the slalom kayak paddle guide covers length and feather angle.
Slalom Kayak Paddles
Slalom Kayak Paddles
Slalom Kayak Paddles
How to choose a slalom kayak blade
Blade shape decides the choice of a slalom kayak paddle. Spider has a wide blade that grips the water hard at the catch. Hunter New is the shortest and goes in and out of the water fastest. Cobra and Rile are long and narrow, and Rile is the narrowest. Hunter, Cobra and Rile come with a straight or an ergonomic shaft.
| Blade family | Blade area | Blade (length x width) |
|---|---|---|
| Spider | 701-770 cm² | 472-495 x 207-220 mm |
| Hunter New | 653-760 cm² | 440-465 x 191-221 mm |
| Cobra | 675-765 cm² | 495-520 x 189-211 mm |
| Rile | 655-740 cm² | 485-490 x 176-206 mm |
| Twister | 695-730 cm² | 475 x 188-202 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Hunter New ELITE weighs 620-720 g and Spider ELITE 660-720 g, depending on blade size.
Yes, if you order the QNECT connector. It sets the feather angle from 0° to 85° in 5° steps and the length within 10 cm.
The Kayak Cross paddle has aramid tape on the blade edges, because four kayaks race side by side from a start ramp.