Available in both Bent and straight shaft styles Description WERNER ATHENA The Werner Athena is a beautifully cut paddle that is gentle on the upper body and buoyant, while maintaining Werner’s advanced designs. This paddle is a perfect match for someone who is looking to keep a faster tempo and sustain an easy stroke. The Athena is Werner’s lightest and most effective touring design. Available in straight. bent, standard, and small shaft options. Ultimate performance brings together all of Werner’s most advanced designs. Small-sized low angle blades are ideal for smaller paddlers looking to be gentle to their bodies, while allowing for a faster cadence to keep up with the group. The volume of the buoyant, full carbon, blades creates an exceedingly light feel for effortless and confident strokes. Dynel® edges protect the paddle from the rigorous environment paddlers often find themselves in. A roping material, dynel is impact and abrasion resistant. A smooth back face makes for cleaner entry and exit of your strokes and an elegant feel on the water. Dihedral allows for smooth and stable forward paddling, a core philosophy for Werner. Optimized flex and strength. Choose our carbon Straight or Neutral Bent shaft in Standard Diameter or Small Diameter. The Smart View Adjustable ferrule is the most simple, precise fitting on the market. The solid feel of a 1-piece paddle and nothing to snag your gear. (US Patent # 6881111 ) Specs Construction: Carbon and Foam Core Length: 220/230cm Blade Size: 550cm2 Width: Blade: 48 x 15cm Weight: Straight shaft: 638g (22.5oz)Bent shaft: 716g (25.25oz)
