SeaSense XTreme 1 Kayak Paddle

This is the BEST paddle for the price PERIOD.I bought this paddle at Dicks when I bought my first kayak years ago. I still use the same one every time and three kayaks later (extra kayaks and more expensive of course) I am buying this paddle again and recommended it to my father. He has tried other ones that were higher priced and he has come to love the SeaSense also.Some two-piece paddles have a loose fit in the center or develop a loose fit over time. The Seasense 8690 has a snug fit, and I am talking about the first one I bought, it still is snug. The handle area is padded which is great for long trips upstream. The padded area increases grip. I am 5'9" and enjoy the length because it gives me so much more stroke (this paddle also comes in an 80-some-odd-inch length: model 8680?). The length also empowers me to make more aggressive turns. This paddle is light and strong, its not carbon-fiber but its strong. The ends are plastic, the right combination of flexiblity and rigidity. The feel in the water is obviously to my liking.[....]

Very good paddle for the money. I have an Intex K1 kayak that came with a crappy paddle so I decided to give this paddle a try after reading the great reviews. Without exageration I can say that I was able to go a lot faster and row a minimum of 2x as far. This is a great paddle if you plan to be out on the water for an hour or less. If you plan to be out a lot longer then that you're going to need kayaking gloves unless you dont mind getting blisters, which I found out the hard way.The only other option is to pay 2x the amount for a paddle that's gentler to the hands over an extended period of time. (My Carlisle Magic Plus paddle doesn't make me go much faster but I've been able to be out on the water for up to 3 hours at a time without getting any blisters.)For this price point though, I dont think there's a better option.

I purchased this to replace a stock Stearns aluminum paddle. I really wanted a carbon-shaft but thought spending more on the paddle than I did the entire kayak was stupid. Enter the SeaSense X-1. At a full 8 feet in length, I can dig the paddle in and pull like a steam engine in my inflatable kayak. The fit and finish on the shaft and blades is excellent--nothing cheap here. The foam grips are wide and do not move around. I am 6', 180 lbs. and was able to pull as hard as I could for over 30 minutes without any noticeable give or deflection in the shaft or blades.How can a $25 paddle perform so well? I think it's because aluminum is so easy to machine nowadays and also that a kayak paddle is a relatively simple product to manufacture, vs. a fiberglass or carbon fiber model. I've kayaked for over 20 years, paddling in nasty ocean swells, across Boston Harbor (you can't do THAT anymore), loaded and unloaded, with and without passengers, and this is the best paddle I've used so far (until Santa brings me a carbon fiber Aqua-Bound ha ha).

While there are certainly better paddles out there, this one is excellent for the money. It's relatively light (probably the lightest decent quality paddle you could get for the price), has very nice grips and includes drip guards that are as functional as any (read: not incredibly, but reasonably). This is a short paddle for those who prefer power strokes at steep angles of entry into the water. For those looking for touring paddles that you put into the water at a less steep angle (for an easier stroke that doesn't generate quite as much speed), you might consider going longer (90"+ range; kayak paddles shouldn't be based on your height so much as your paddling style). Overall, I recommend this paddle as a decent, cheap beginner's paddle; it would work well as a spare if you ever decide to upgrade.

Not wanting to spend a bunch on a paddle, I wasn't sure how well this one would perform for the listed price. But I am beyond pleased how durable this paddle is. Its design makes for a quick clip through the water, and the 96" length really makes for easy paddling in my kayak. I recently purchased another for our 2-person kayak. Would highly recommend if you're looking for an affordable paddle.

I've been buying these for our rentals and they do not disappoint!

Ordered two of these for use with a Hobie Mirage Kayak (two seater).Very happy with the quality, ease of use, performance, size, and weight.Our environment contains a lot of salt water, they have withstood the salt (I do rinse them after using) so that they can be easily disassembled for storage in the dock box, then reassembled.We pedal and paddle these kayaks, so this is a review for moderate use. I'd say light, but we use them several times per week. Paddle blade shape scoops a lot of water, giving good propulsion and steering control. Pads on the pole are nice. They are probably the weakest link, meaning I would anticipate the paddles to last many, many years, but the foam will need to be replaced in a few (just a guess.)Nice, light paddles. My wife is very comfortable handling them.

Me and my buddy liked 'em. They look and feel great, and perform much better than the paddles that came with the kayak. Where they connect, there's a little wiggle, but most wouldn't notice if they weren't trying to feel it. Would buy again and recommend to others!

got my paddle for my kayak and used it right away, its nice and light and the hand spots are padded nicely!works great and since its two pieces its easy to travel with.it does feel like it would break in very choppy water, or white water rafting style. but for me, i use it in calm lakes/rivers and creeks. perfect for me at this price.

Light paddle really like the foam grips and curve in the paddle , good length .

ligeros, fuertes, relacion precio- articulo es exelente.

Es larga pero me encanta ese remo!

I prefer the square paddle and this one is cheap and works well.