{"product_id":"aqua-bound-sting-ray-carbon-4-piece-versa-lok-kayak-paddle","title":"Aqua Bound Sting Ray Carbon 4-Piece Versa-Lok Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aqua Bound Sting Ray Carbon 4-Piece Versa-Lok Kayak Paddle is carbon from tip to tip, with Aqua Bound's most popular low-angle blade, an adjustable length ferrule and a 4-piece breakdown. It weighs 29.75 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe mid-sized Sting Ray blade is made for low-angle paddling, where the stroke is more horizontal and relaxed. It slices in and out of the water, cuts fatigue from wind resistance, and gives enough torque to turn the kayak without wearing you out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Versa-Lok ferrule adjusts the paddle length and sets the feather at any angle. One paddle fits more paddlers, more kayaks and more conditions. It breaks down into 4 pieces, so it packs for travel, packrafting or a spare paddle, and Aqua Bound says the joints feel the same as a 2-piece. 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\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 abX Carbon Reinforced Nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 x 18 in. (16.5 x 46 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Surface Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92.5 sq. in. (597 sq. cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29.75 oz. (843 g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Versa-Lok (adjustable length)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFerrule Angles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infinite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLengths:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200-215, 210-225, 220-235, 230-245, 240-255 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\u003eMid-Sized Blade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built for low-angle paddlers with a horizontal, relaxed stroke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWind-Cutting Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slices in and out of the water and limits fatigue from wind resistance.\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\u003eCarbon + 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\u003eCarbon-Reinforced Nylon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aqua Bound's top plastic blade for strength, weight and stiffness.\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\u003eVersa-Lok Adjustable Ferrule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds 15 cm of length adjustment and infinite feather angles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure Clamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e No disengagement, holds its setting and backed by structural and cyclical testing plus a decade of on-water use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Ferrule Insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, tight and built to last for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4-Piece Breakdown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two snap-buttons in the blade pegs let it break into 4 pieces for storage, travel, packrafting or a spare paddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAward Winner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paddling Magazine 2023 Best Paddle.\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 Sting Ray Carbon 4-Piece Versa-Lok Questions, Answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the Versa-Lok ferrule work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the clamp, slide the shaft to the length you want, set the feather angle, and close it. It gives 15 cm of length adjustment and infinite feather angles, so one paddle fits different paddlers, kayaks and conditions. Aqua Bound backs the clamp with structural and cyclical testing plus a decade of on-water use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Sting Ray a high-angle or low-angle kayak paddle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLow angle. The Sting Ray is Aqua Bound's mid-sized, slender blade, built for a horizontal, relaxed stroke. It gives enough torque to turn the kayak without wearing you out on a long day. For a steeper, more powerful stroke, the Manta Ray is the high-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 Sting Ray Carbon and the other Sting Ray paddles?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Carbon pairs a 100% carbon shaft with carbon-reinforced nylon blades, Aqua Bound's stiffest and lightest plastic blade. The Hybrid keeps the carbon shaft with more forgiving fiberglass-reinforced nylon blades, and the Fiberglass version uses a fiberglass shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow small does the 4-piece break down?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo snap-buttons in the blade pegs let the blades come off the shaft, so it breaks into 4 pieces. That fits a pack, a duffel or a packraft, and it works as a spare paddle. Aqua Bound says the tight-fitting joints feel the same as the standard 2-piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow much does the Sting Ray Carbon 4-Piece Versa-Lok weigh?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e29.75 oz, per Aqua Bound. Less weight on the end of your arms makes long days on the water less tiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat length ranges do you carry?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e200-215, 210-225, 220-235, 230-245, 240-255 cm. Each range is how far the Versa-Lok adjusts. Pick the range from the dropdown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"cfo-faq\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere is the Sting Ray Carbon 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 Sting Ray Carbon ship?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips parcel, nationwide. 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