Customer Reviews

Kwik Tek Kayak Paddle 3 Section Aluminum

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4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

The plastic pieces that connect the three aluminum shaft pieces are very easily broken. My first outing at the beach I broke one of them. I replaced it with some PVC piping and duct tape but I could no longer take it apart. During my second outing to the beach nothing broke but there was noticeable deformation to the paddle. On my third outing the other connector piece broke and the paddle ended up in my trash can. It is easy to use and handy in an emergency but I would not recommend it for any other use since it is so likely to break or deform.

The paddle's parts are held together by large plastic O-rings. The paddle fell apart the first time I used it on completely calm water. Every few minutes I had to spend several minutes refastening the parts. The paddle's head fell off twice. I bought two that both suffered the same problem so I don't believe the problem is a one-off error. I threw out the paddles; they are useless.

Yes, it is cheap and easy and convenient to take apart and put in your backpack. I have many years experience with paddling, and I have never tried a paddle that is so small, weak, and makes you so wet (probably due to the large, unnecessary groves in the blades). However, you can split it into two and let the kids play with it in the canoe.

I bought this to carry as an emergency paddle in conditions where my expensive carbon paddle might be damaged or lost.

It assembled easily and it can be broken down into a few small pieces which are easily stored in the 15"x12" hatch of my kayak leaving room for other gear.

I bought this product because it fit in the bag with my inflatable kayak. I took my kayak with me to Costa Rica and was so excited to take advantage of some awesome kayaking waters and excellent river photography. This paddle didn't make it through a complete stroke before it completely and irreparably snapped. Perhaps it was a manufacturer defect in the plastic coupler but I had to rent a kayak in order to rent a paddle. Suffice it to say, my rental cost more than this paddle and I only went kayaking once on what was supposed to be a primarily kayaking trip. I adjusted and had a great time but I wouldn't advise pinning one's hopes on this paddle. I definitely wouldn't have this paddle as an emergency standby. My advice is to spend a few more dollars to buy a better quality product.

I got 2 because of the price and I am not disappointed. These are ideal for very light use on calm water. They are easy to assemble. They are very long and they will work with my inflatable 2 person kayak but if you are a reasonably handy cheapskate you could shorten them to use with a smaller craft. Do not subject them to heavy use or they will fail. These are for light recreation only and well worth the piece.

They barely work. Save your cash. I took them out with my kayak and it was like using a stick to row. Cheap but not worth the savings. Go buy real paddles.

This paddle is very poorly designed that I have to double my efforts to keep fellow kayakers who use good paddles. And it quickly made blisters in my hands due to the connectors being the the wrong place for my handling. The groves on the paddle drips water all over me. It doesn't worth a dollar since you can really get and use out of it, while you hart yourself using it.

Sturdy, easy to store, floats (i would hope so, but i found this out the hard way yesterday...). I like this paddle. I just started kayaking, and if i continuee, it will be a great back-up, when i buy a nicer paddle. breaks into 3 sections, so is easy to stow in your car or boat. infintley adstable twist. nice grip handles at the tube connections, but they force you to keep your hands at those locations. might be a problem if you like to use alternate gri[p locations. it never bothered me.

Work great with the inflatable kayak we ordered from you. Easy to carry because it comes apart and packs in a small space. Victoria