{"product_id":"ve-carbon-aircore-fara-touring-kayak-paddle","title":"VE Carbon Aircore Fara Touring Kayak Paddle","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dGvYPGD5ChQ?si=DK_kWDSt8RsCqkxq\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA UNIQUE PADDLE BUILT AROUND YOUR NEEDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith VE paddles you have the opportunity to commission a paddle that matches your style, with options including length range, colour and shaft material.  We'll address each area in turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e- Paddle length is a consequence of many factors.  The main aspects to take into consideration are your height, boat width, and your discipline of choice.  Most will use this Fara blade in a touring setting and with closed cockpit kayaks, so the most popular length range is likely to be 210-220cm.  For paddlers of smaller stature and using narrow boats the 200-210 will be useful, while for inflatables and wider sit on top kayaks you should choose either 220-230 or 230-240cm.  The beauty of each paddle having 10cm of length adjustment is that you can explore different lengths to suit your preference and conditions on the day.  In doubt about which length suits you?  Why not get in touch with our specialist staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaft Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e - As standard the VE Fara Carbon Aircore comes with a straight black glass shaft with a two piece joint and 10cm of length adjustment.  This is a sweet spot in the range, with the glass shaft offering some flex to reduce the strain on the body.  Some customers choose to move up to a straight carbon shaft. This will give a slight weight reduction and a more responsive feel, but you will compromise by feeling a little more impact through the joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePADDLE FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouring-lite construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShaft Diameter: Ø 30.6 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 795g (210 cms)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Surface Area: 650 cm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length x Width: 485 mm x 185 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVE's touring 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 prepreg 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. On glass dye-sublimated models, the polyester fabric layer offers an extra armour coating, adding additional durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHAFT FEATURES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Piece glass shaft for increased flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround and waxed grip finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOvalised grip indexing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore flexible but mariginaly heavier than carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKajakSport adjustable ferrule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength Range: 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeather adjustability in 10° increments left or right-hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrip rings fitted as standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORAGE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVE 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VE","offers":[{"title":"220-230","offer_id":54476740428103,"sku":"VE-BGS-FR-ACBK-220-230.N\/A.","price":419.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"230-240","offer_id":54476740460871,"sku":"VE-BGS-FR-ACBK-230-240.N\/A.","price":419.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"210-220","offer_id":54476740493639,"sku":"VE-BGS-FR-ACBK-210-220.N\/A.","price":419.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"200-210","offer_id":54476740526407,"sku":"VE-BGS-FR-ACBK-200-210.N\/A.","price":419.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/5970\/0295\/files\/ve_fara_carbon_aircore_2_piece_touring_kayak_paddle_3f24d40e-9072-4acb-a5fc-f647bd046b49.jpg?v=1790932849","url":"https:\/\/roho.co.uk\/products\/ve-carbon-aircore-fara-touring-kayak-paddle","provider":"Robin Hood Watersports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}