VE Vanda Carbon Blade 2 Piece Carbon Shaft

$899.00 inc. GST

VE Paddles Vanda Carbon Fibre 2 piece Paddle has a narrow cruising blade shape with small surface area and increased neck-to-tip length. The Vanda suits lower-angle paddling, with the power transferred gradually into the stroke as the blade submerges, reducing fatigue when used on long days. VE’s unique Aircore spine adding strength and buoyancy and a carbon shaft increasing stiffness and further reducing weight.

Made from the new Touring-lite construction the blade is up to 30% lighter than previous models whilst still made from premium pre preg carbon fibre making swing weight lower and better for longer days, whilst keeping the strength VE is renowned for where needed.

The 2 piece shaft allows for 10cm of length adjustment as well as ease of storage and transport. Feather angle is adjustable to any position you desire (marked in 10 degree increments but infinitely adjustable. and shafts are ovalised to provide easy paddle indexing making the paddles suitable for left or right handed paddlers as well as those who like control on both sides for rolling surfing and play.

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VE Paddles Vanda Carbon Fibre 2 piece Paddle has a narrow cruising blade shape with small surface area and increased neck-to-tip length. The Vanda suits lower-angle paddling, power is transferred gradually into the stroke as the blade submerges, reducing fatigue when used on long days. With VE’s unique Aircore spine adding strength and buoyancy and a carbon shaft increasing stiffness and further reducing weight.

Blade Features

  • Touring-lite construction
  • Shaft Diameter: Ø 30.6 mm
  • Weight: 784g (210 cms)
  • Blade Surface Area: 633 cm²
  • Blade Length x Width: 520 mm x 156 mm

Touring-lite construction

VE Paddles lite lay-up reduces blade weight by up to 30%, creating a lighter and more supple feel; suited for touring paddles. By reducing material weight and removing layers in the multi-step tip, the blade is 60% thinner at the end, making for a lower swing weight which helps reduce fatigue over distance. All VE paddles are made using pre-preg composites and the touring models use the same construction and resin systems in the spine as standard constructions – providing essential strength and rigidity in key areas.

Shaft Features

  • 2-piece carbon shaft for increased stiffness and reduced weight
  • Ground grip finish
  • Ovalised grip indexing
  • Stiffer and lighter than glass for when reaction times really matter
  • KajakSport adjustable ferrule – length Range: 10 cm
  • Feather adjustability in 10° increments left or right-hand
  • Drip rings fitted as standard

Features

  • Aircore blade
  • Adjustable +10 cm length
  • Adjustable 0–90° feather
  • Corrosion resistant nylon split connector
  • Drip rings
  • Ovalised shaft index grip

Materials

  • prepreg carbon fibre blade

Dimensions

  • 633 cm² blade area • shaft Ø 30.6 mm

Weight

  • 756 g (210-220 carbon shaft)

Made in

  • United Kingdom

The KajakSport ferrule provides any feather and up to 10 cm of length adjustment. Working instantly both right- and left-handed, it’s simple design provides reliable, hassle-free operation – fully corrosion-free thanks to robust nylon construction.

Storing

We strongly recommend that you store your paddle with the ferrule in an open position, not closed. Storing it in the open position ensures the ferrule is not under continuous stress and it will lengthen the service life multiple times.

VE Paddles touring size guide

Touring + sea kayaks Sit-on-tops + inflatables
Height (cm) Height (cm) Paddle length
140 – 165 140 – 160 200 – 210
165 – 195 150 – 170 210 – 220
190 – 205 170 – 190 220 – 230
– 180 – 205 230 – 240

Blade sizes

Choosing a touring kayak paddle

What’s your style?
You’ll see there’s a lot of overlap in the sizes we suggest, as your choice comes down to your unique style. You can order a custom length if you want something in between. The best way to find your style is to test out different combinations for yourself, through one of our retailers or demo events.
Long distance or agile?
Where will you use this paddle? If you plan to use this paddle in more dynamic environments like tidal races, rock hopping or gentle rivers you may want look to the shorter end of the range. Shorter paddles help you to be more reactive and increase your stroke rate when needed.
Two-piece adjustable length and angle
All VE touring paddles are adjustable two-piece. This makes them easier to carry on or in your kayak, it also means they are extendable in length up to 10 cm and can be adjusted to any blade angle. The angle (sometimes called ‘feather’) of your blades affects how much your wrists will flex to plant the blade, most people prefer a blade angle of thirty or fourty-five degrees.
Boat size

How wide is the kayak you normally use? A slightly longer paddle may make it easier to reach the water in a wide kayak with a high knee height. Conversely if your kayak is particularly narrow you may want a slightly shorter paddle.

How long is the kayak you normally use? A long paddle will trace a longer arc in the water, slowing your cadence and giving you more leverage, good for long boats with high hull speed. You can reach the top speed of a short boat with a few quick, short power strokes, so no need for a long paddle.

Paddle length and blade size are similar to gears in a car or bike: A longer paddle or bigger blade is like a higher gear, potentially a higher top speed but more effort and time needed to get to that speed.

Blade size
A bigger blade will ‘grip’ the water firmer than a smaller blade, which you may find fatiguing or overpowering. Touring blades are generally smaller in size, and you have the option of a narrow blade shape too. A narrow blade like the Vanda can decrease the strain even further.
Sit-on-top and inflatables
Sit-on-top and inflatable kayaks tend to be wider than closed cockpit touring kayaks for which we recommend a longer paddle.
Kids’ paddles

The size chart shows kids sizing for paddles for kids kayaks (narrower than a small adult kayak). If the kayak is too big for the paddler (it happens, buying kids kayaks that they will grow out of is a commitment) then a longer paddle will be useful so they can reach the water.

The Wisp has a smaller blade, which also has a smaller diameter shaft, less fatiguing for smaller paddlers. If the Wisp is not for you then another model with a smaller blade size may be suitable and similarly a short paddle length.

Length

200 – 210 cm, 210 – 220 cm, 220 -230 cm, 230 – 240 cm

Brand

VE Paddles

Vertical Element (VE) Paddles, the home of Aircore technology. Owned and operated by Palm Equipment International Ltd. VE design and manufacture performance paddles for kayaking and canoeing. Founded in Nottingham, England, in 2008, VE stands for Vertical Element; reflecting the mission set by founder Dr. Stuart Morris to make paddles to meet the needs of elite paddlers. VE Paddles with innovative Aircore technology, are handmade in Britain from the very best materials – toughened prepreg composites – to produce stronger, more damage tolerant blades; loved by owners the world over. https://vimeo.com/681347944

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