The Werner Skagit Hooked Adjustable Fiberglass-Reinforced Kayak Paddle is a great value for the angler on a budget and find low-angle paddling to their liking. With design features direct from higher-end models, the Skagit is also a great spare paddle for those fishing offshore. Standard Performance gives you Werner's heritage and advanced designs for recreational paddlers Mid-sized low angle blades fit the widest range of anglers Fiberglass-reinforce nylon blades are impact and wear resistant Dihedral allows for smooth and stable forward paddling, a core philosophy for Werner Lightweight carbon blend straight shaft is the perfect combination of flex and strength Adjustable LeverLock system lets you customize paddle length and blade offset on the fly Two-piece design breaks down for easy transport and storage Handcrafted in Sultan, WA One-year manufacturer warranty against defects Low Angle a more relaxed style of paddling that still allows higher performance. The lower hand position (your top hand should be at shoulder height throughout the stroke) puts significantly less wear on the smaller support muscles like shoulders, traps, biceps and triceps. Low angle designs have longer and narrower blades to match this lower entry angle to the water. Substantially increased dihedral keeps the blade stable as it travels further from the side of the boat.