Product detailed description

Werner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft - Key Features

Werner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft is a highly regarded paddle in the Werner range, designed for low-angle paddling. Thanks to its all-carbon construction, it offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, ensuring easy handling and reducing fatigue on long rides. The ergonomic (bent) shaft promotes a natural wrist position, minimising the risk of discomfort or injury.

Sheet design and shot characteristics

Paddle leavesWerner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft have a medium size and are optimized for low-angle paddling style. The dihedral shape of the blades ensures a smooth and stable stroke with minimal flutter, making it easier to control and more efficient for long distance paddling. This design is ideal for kayakers looking for a balance between power stroke and energy efficiency.

Construction and materials

Werner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft is made of premium materials that ensure its lightness, strength and durability:

• Carbon fibre sheets - provide excellent strength at low weight, which increases the efficiency of the shot and reduces fatigue.
• Ergonomic carbon fibre mast - offers lightness and strength, while the ergonomic shape promotes a natural hand and wrist position, increasing comfort during long paddles.
• Smart-View Adjustable Ferrule System - allows precise adjustment of the angle of the blades according to the kayaker's preference, while the connection remains firm and reliable.

The paddle is available in a sleek black finish that emphasizes its premium character.

Variants and customisation

Werner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft offers several customization options to suit the individual needs of kayakers:

• Paddle length - Available in a range from 220 cm to 240 cm, with the option to select the length in 5 cm increments, allowing optimization according to the height of the kayaker and the width of the kayak.
• Diameter of the mast - standard and smaller diameter for better adaptation to different hand sizes.
• Angle of angulation - adjustable from 0-70 degrees in 15 degree increments, allowing individual adjustment for maximum comfort and efficiency of the shot.

This variability ensures that each kayaker can customize the paddle to their specific needs and preferences.

What is it suitable for?

Werner Camano Carbon Bent Shaft is designed for low-angle paddling style, which is ideal for:

✅Recreational tourism - The paddle allows comfortable and efficient paddling during longer rides on calm waters.
✅Long distance expeditions - Lightweight construction and ergonomic design reduce fatigue during all-day paddling, which is crucial for multi-day trips.
✅Lakes and quiet rivers - optimised for use in still and slow flowing waters where efficiency and comfort are important.
✅Seashore - suitable for paddling along coastlines with moderate conditions, where the low-angle style helps to save energy.

For kayakers who prefer a high-angle paddling style or are looking for a paddle for more challenging conditions, the model may be more suitableWerner Shunawhich is optimized for a more aggressive stroke and higher paddling frequency.

Technical parameters

Recommended paddle length according to the height of the kayaker:

About Werner

Werner Paddles is a premium American manufacturer of kayak and canoe paddles, founded in 1965. The company is known for its uncompromising quality, innovative design and premium craftsmanship. All paddles are handcrafted in Washington State, USA with an emphasis on quality, performance and durability. ModelCamano Carbon Bent Shaft shows that Werner continues to deliver products that push the boundaries of performance and reliability for the most demanding kayakers.

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