Which characteristic features does a piercing paddle have?

Different to double paddle, which are mainly used for kayaks, are suitable Single Blade Paddle mainly for use in Canadians. The handle shape is a very central theme in this variant. The so-called palm grip, a slightly rounded pommel shape, is particularly widespread. In addition, however, versions in T-shape are common, they remind of their upper end optically to one spade, Single Blade Paddle with a handle in T-shape allow a particularly good and easy control of the Canadians. Therefore, they are used primarily in white water. Palm grips, on the other hand, can be better adapted to the hand position, for this reason, they are particularly aimed at use in quiet rivers or lakes.

What materials are made of piercing paddles?

Basically dive Single Blade Paddle at a much steeper angle than a double paddle. They are usually symmetrical and are still often made of wood. Manufacturers like Stork and Gray Owl are for their high quality Single Blade Paddle especially well-known from wood. Alternative materials include plastic and aluminum. Real lovers swear especially Single Blade Paddle , which are made of two different colored wood species, since they are also optically true jewels. An exception are also lancet paddles for the popular dragon boat races. Specially constructed special shapes of the piercing paddle are used for them.

How long should a piercing paddle be?

The length of a piercing paddle must always be adapted to the size of the user. Any exchange of paddleamong the athletes is therefore not possible. As a rule of thumb, the following tip: If a piercing paddle stands upright, it should reach the user under the armpits. Almost more important is the shaft length. If the athlete sits on a chair and places the handle of the paddle on the seat in front of him, the shaft should ideally end at nose height.
But also the paddle width plays a role in the length, which is attributed to the resistance of the water. For narrower leaves with a width up to about 16 centimeters, piercing paddles may well be up to five inches longer than usual, with leaves that are wider than 21 centimeters, it is recommended to resort to up to five centimeters shorter puncture paddle.

Are lancing paddles useful as so-called combination paddles?

Who with only a paddle both kayakas well as Canadians has the option to resort to combination paddles. These special versions can either be taken apart as needed to two piercing paddles or screwed together to form a double paddle. Ambitious athletes, however, use less of this option and prefer instead to buy different paddles for the different requirements, as they were better designed for the specific area of ​​use. If you only occasionally go kayaking with Canadians and see the sport mainly as a hobby and less as a challenge, is well served with a paddle as a combination paddle.

The right way to handle a piercing paddle

The Canadian is being kneeled with the piercing paddle. Paddles the user on the right side of the boat, the left hand grasps from above the knob of the paddle, while the right hand, the shaft in return along and slightly above the sheet. If he paddles on the left side of the boat, of course, the opposite is true. The piercing paddle is used in the basic strike in front of the body close to the boat and pulled as far as possible parallel to the Canadians backwards through the water. The upper body is in a light template. For a smooth paddle pull, the stroke should not be done only with the arms: it is always better to turn the entire upper body supportive. In this way, one’s own powers are used much more economically.