{"product_id":"aqua-bound-manta-ray-hybrid-2-piece-posi-lok-kayak-paddle","title":"Aqua Bound Manta Ray Hybrid 2-Piece Posi-Lok Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aqua Bound Manta Ray Hybrid 2-Piece Posi-Lok Kayak Paddle brings high-angle horsepower for more control and heavily loaded kayaks. It pairs a 100% carbon shaft with fiberglass-reinforced nylon blades and weighs 31 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThose blades are built for forgiveness, with just enough flex to keep the kayak moving with extra gear on board. The oversized Manta Ray blade is built for high-angle strokes, flatwater kayaking, packrafting, racing and kayak fishing, with a sharp dihedral for a smooth stroke and no flutter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Posi-Lok ferrule adjusts blade offset in 15-degree increments with a secure fit. The shaft is ovalized where your hands go for comfort, control and fewer blisters. Hand built in Osceola, Wisconsin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVideos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-grid\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"video-item\"\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dKEgk5XnMuo\" title=\"Manta Ray Hybrid Posi-Lok™ Kayak Paddle\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eManta Ray Hybrid Posi-Lok™ Kayak Paddle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Carbon, Ovalized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e abXII Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 x 18 in. (19 x 46 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 102.5 sq. in. (661 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31 oz. (879 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Posi-Lok\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15° increments (L \u0026amp; R)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230, 240, 250, 260 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-year manufacturing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Osceola, Wisconsin, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cfo-cols\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiberglass + Nylon Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redesigned and thicker, with less flex, a smoother stroke and a quieter entry and exit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForgiving Flex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps the kayak moving efficiently even with extra gear on board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horsepower and control for high-angle strokes, racing and kayak fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharp Dihedral:\u003c\/strong\u003e A smooth forward stroke with no flutter, which saves energy on long trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Carbon Shaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lightest shaft material, so long days wear you down less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOvalized Grip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comfort and control where your hands go, and fewer blisters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosi-Lok Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure fit, quick blade offset changes in 15-degree increments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Ferrule Insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sizable upgrade over plastic or glass inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand built in Osceola, Wisconsin. 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAqua Bound Manta Ray Hybrid 2-Piece Posi-Lok Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Posi-Lok ferrule on the Manta Ray Hybrid work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress the buttons, twist, and the blades lock at a new offset. It adjusts in 15-degree increments, left and right, so you can change the feather for wind or conditions without tools. Aqua Bound calls it corrosion-free and patented, and the carbon ferrule insert keeps the fit tight for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Manta Ray a high-angle or low-angle kayak paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh angle. The Manta Ray is Aqua Bound's oversized blade, built for horsepower and control with a more vertical forward stroke. Aqua Bound lists flatwater kayaking, packrafting, racing and kayak fishing as its uses. For a relaxed, horizontal stroke, the Sting Ray is the low-angle version of this paddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between the Manta Ray Hybrid and the other Manta Ray paddles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hybrid pairs a 100% carbon shaft, the lightest shaft material available, with fiberglass-reinforced nylon blades. The blades are forgiving and have just enough flex to keep the kayak moving with extra gear on board. The Carbon version adds carbon-reinforced nylon blades for more stiffness and less weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much does the Manta Ray Hybrid weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e31 oz, per Aqua Bound. Less weight on the end of your arms makes paddling less fatiguing on longer trips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat lengths do you carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e230, 240, 250 and 260 cm. Pick the length from the dropdown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere is the Manta Ray Hybrid made, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand built in Osceola, Wisconsin, USA. Aqua Bound backs it with a 2-year manufacturing warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Manta Ray Hybrid ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. 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