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Aqua Bound

Sting Ray Hybrid Versa-Lok Adjustable Kayak Paddle

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Sizing Information

The primary factors to consider when determining your kayak paddle length is your height as well as the width of your kayak.

Using the chart below, take the width of your kayak on the top horizontal axis, and then take your height on the left vertical axis, where they meet is your recommended paddle size.

Under 23" 23" - 28" 28" - 32" Over 32"
Under 5' 210 cm 210 cm 220 cm 230 cm
5' - 5'6" 210 cm 220 cm 230 cm 240 cm
5'6" - 6' 220 cm 220 cm 230 cm 240 cm
Over 6' 220 cm 230 cm 240 cm 250 cm

Consider sizing 5-10 cm or more longer for:

  • A more relaxed, casual paddling pace
  • A true low-angle forward paddling stroke
  • Higher seat position like sit-on-tops and frame seats
  • Flared, flat-bottomed, pontoon and fish-form (wider ahead of cockpit) hull shapes

Consider sizing 5-10 cm shorter for:

  • A more aggressive, active, or endurance focused paddling pace
  • Dynamic, coastal play boating, lumpy waters and rock gardening
  • A true high-angle forward paddling stroke
  • Tumblehome (narrower above the waterline) and swede-form (wider behind the cockpit) hull shapes

Warranty Information

Aqua Bound builds strong paddles and have one of the lowest breakage rates in the industry, but we know the unthinkable can happen. When it does, Aqua Bound will honor all reasonable requests for repair or replacement. Aqua Bound paddles are guaranteed against manufacturing defects for two years from date of purchase.

For the fastest resolution, please visit Aqua Bound and fill out this form (external link) to the best of your ability to start your claim. An Aqua Bound customer service representative will review your case and respond shortly.

Visit Aqua Bound for more information: aquabound.com/pages/warranty-and-repairs.

Returns & Exchanges

We understand that it can be difficult to get that perfect piece of gear the first time around. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase we will grant a full refund or exchange. Customers are responsible for the shipping costs for returns unless the return is a result of our error or a manufacturing defect.

Item(s) must be in new condition, not missing parts, tags, or instructions and in resalable condition. Items eligible to be returned must be post marked within 30 days of their receipt by buyer, or no later than 45 days after their initial shipment. We do not grant refunds or exchanges for custom, discontinued, clearance, or closeout items except due to our error or an undisclosed defect.

Our most popular blade style for flatwater, the Sting Ray Hybrid offers tight-fitting construction and reliable performance, plus a premium adjustable length ferrule.

  • Weighing 31 ounces, the Sting Ray Hybrid is the lightest adjustable length, flatwater injected molded kayak paddle available at this price point.
  • Redefined, stronger blade. The new blade shape provides a smoother forward stroke with less chances for flutter, stiffer feel, and quieter entry and exit. The upgraded fiberglass + nylon blade material is stronger (meaning less flex) and thicker, making it more durable and robust long-term.
  • Fiberglass-reinforced nylon blades are designed for forgiveness and just the right amount of flex, keeping the kayak moving efficiently even with extra gear slowing you down. 
  • 92.5 sq. inch blade it the ideal size for efficiency, providing enough torque to maneuver the kayak without being overly fatiguing. 
  • The traditional “mid-sized” or slender blade design is preferred by low-angle paddlers where the forward stroke is more horizontal or relaxed in nature. 
  • The carefully engineered blade shape slices into and out of the water and limits fatigue due to wind resistance.
  • The sharp dihedral provides a silky-smooth forward stroke with zero tolerance for fluttering, preserving your energy for longer paddling trips.
  • 100% carbon shaft is the lightest material available, so paddling is less fatiguing and more enjoyable on longer trips. The carbon weave is tight and secure, making it one of the strongest options available.
  • The shaft is ovalized where the hands go for more comfort and control, and to limit the chances for blisters.
  • Versa-Lok offers 15cm of additional length and infinite feathering options, and does so with an easy to use and understand system that is secure (no disengagement), robust (will hold form for a very long time), and resistant to corrosion (nylon plastic and stainless steel parts).
  • The Versa-Lok clamping system is backed by structural and cyclical testing, plus a decade of on-water use.
  • Carbon ferrule insert is light, tight, and right for the long haul. This is a sizable upgrade over plastic or glass ferrule inserts.
  • Featuring two color options: Sunset Red, the ideal companion for an evening paddle trip, and the best selling option in white.
  • Proudly hand built in Osceola, Wisconsin, USA, by a team of paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Shaft Material: 100% Carbon, Ovalized
Blade Material: abXII Fiberglass Reinforced Nylon
Blade Size: 6.5 x 18 in. (16.5 x 46 cm) 
Blade Surface Area: 92.5 sq. in. (597 sq. cm)  
Weight: 31 oz. (879 g) 
Ferrule Angles: Infinite

SIZING:

When determining paddle length, the kayak width is the limiting factor for recreational kayaking. The sizing chart below should ensure you aren't hitting your knuckles on the hull as you paddle. For sleeker touring/sea kayaks ones paddling style and physical size plays more heavily.

Kayak Width Under 23" 24" to 28" 29"-33" 34"+
Paddler Height Recommended Paddle Length
Under 5'5" 210-220 cm 220-230 cm 230-240 cm 250 cm
5'5" - 5'11" 220 cm 230 cm 230-240 cm 250 cm
6'+ 220-230 cm 230-240 cm 240-250 cm 250-260 cm

In a sit-on-top kayak, if the seat is raised 6" or higher above the base, add 10cm in length.

An easy way to measure in the field is to hold a paddle horizontally in your hands with your elbows slightly inside a 90 degree angle (most paddles are ovalized in the area they should be gripped). Your hands should be about two-thirds of the way between the center of the shaft and the shoulder of the blade. Again, always take stroke angle and boat width into consideration, and demo the paddle whenever possible.

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