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PRODUCT GUIDE
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MAKING BETTER PADDLES
Every VE paddle is the culmination of over a decade of research and development, with input from some of the world's finest paddlers – the result is a blade curvature and dihedral that increases the paddle's grip all the way through the stroke. Prepreg composites (resins already infused in the fibres) allow for exact control over fibre to resin ratio – aerospace technology that makes consistently stronger paddles, and control that allows us to add 30% more fibre to our glass blades than a leading competitor, making VEs more wear resistant and also lighter!
VE's manufacturing facility, Clevedon, England. Made in the UK by Palm Equipment.
AIRCORE TECHNOLOGY
3D design and CNC precision moulding allows for a calculated distribution of material in the layup that gives extra strength where it's needed, but that's not all – VE Aircore carbon blades have buoyancy and structural strength without a foam core, which means we can have more reinforcing fibre in the blade than a conventional foam cored paddle, giving Aircore paddles greater puncture resistance and even lower weight.
VERTICAL ELEMENT ™
BLADES
PRO
Our most aggressive shape, providing instant power which lasts along the length of the stroke. With most of its surface area focussed near the tip of the blade. It's the ideal model for freestyle or surf paddling.
740 cm2 - carbon or glass
WHITEWATER KIDS
FLYTE
The Flyte has an aggressive catch, which rewards starting the stroke further forward but with a more gradual taper towards the neck the blade feels smoother in the later parts of the stroke. This shape is inspired by slalom.
735 cm2 - carbon or glass
CREEKER
With a narrower, mid-sized blade, tapering towards the neck; the Creeker has a gradual power transfer along the length of the stroke, ideal for long days on the river.
700 cm2 - carbon or glass
WISP
A kids/smaller paddlers blade shape. Whitewater focused, the Wisp shares a similar outline to the Creeker with a shorter length and slightly more pronounced catch. The Wisp model uses a 28 mm diameter shaft for smaller hands
615 cm2 - glass - 28 mm ø shaft
GLASS COLOURS
GREEN
RED YELLOW
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VOYAGER
A narrow cruising blade shape with small surface area and increased neck to tip length. Power is transferred gradually into the stroke as the blade submerges, reducing fatigue when used on long days.
633 cm2 - carbon
TOURING CANOE
EXPLORER
Mid-sized with quick power transfer and slightly more pronounced catch suiting a higher angle entry. The Explorer is a playful touring blade for rock hopping or surfing.
650cm2 - carbon or glass
PRO CANOE
An aggressive, powerful blade for OC1 whitewater and freestyle. A large blade surface with curvature and dihedral throughout to increase the paddle's grip through the stroke.
904 cm2 - carbon or glassT grip as standard
OFFSIDE
A touring canoe blade suited to paddling for longer periods where not every stroke is vertical. A smaller blade area compared to the Pro Canoe the round edges help knifing and other control strokes.
745 cm2 - carbon or glass - carbon comes with ergo grip
SHAFTS & GRIPS
GLASS
Ground and waxed grip finish. Ovalised grip indexing. More flexible but heavier than carbon.
CARBON
Ground grip finish. Ovalised grip indexing. Stiffer and lighter than glass for when reaction times really matter.
CARBON CRANK
Ergonomic moulded grip. Angled for neutral wrist alignment and neutral blade offset for low torque. Reduces grip stress and gives you unmatched blade awareness.
T-GRIP
An ergonomic grip, precision fit flush to the shaft. Injection moulded polypropylene.
GLASS-FIBRE SPLIT ADJUSTABLE
Low profile locking lever change your length and feather on the go. 360 degree adjustable with markings for 90° feather adjustment (10 cm of length adjustment).
CARBON ERGO GRIP
Exceptionally lightweight, this full carbon grip has a classic palm shape. Comfort and control for all day paddling. Standard on the Offside carbon model.
† Carbon Ergo Grip only available with Aircore Offside.
THE RANGE
Chose the paddle to match your style. Pick your blade shape, construction, shaft and then the personal touches like angle and length.
† Two-piece adjustable split option is straight shaft only. X - main line, X - available to order
BLADE TYPE PRO CREEKER FLYTE WISP EXPLORER VOYAGER OFFSIDE PRO CANOE BLADE MATERIAL BLADE COLOUR SHAFT TYPE GRIP TYPE PADDLE LENGTH BLADE ANGLE ADJUSTABLE SPLIT AIRCORE CARBON PREPREG GLASS BLACK CARBON YELLOW GLASS RED GLASS GREEN GLASS STRAIGHT GLASS STRAIGHT CARBON CRANKED CARBON T-GRIP CARBON ERGO GRIP 188 191 194 197 200 203 210-220 220-230 230-240 140 150 160 UNCUT (170) 175 185 195 205 CUSTOM 0˚ 30˚ 45˚ CUSTOM ONE-PIECE TWO-PIECE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
† Avialable on aircore only.
MAKING BETTER PADDLES
Vertical Element, VE Paddles, was founded in Nottingham, England, in 2008 by Dr Stuart Morris – the product of a lifetime of experience in composites design for elite paddlers VE is now owned and operated by Palm Equipment, making it possible to bring VE paddles to everyone.
Palm Equipment International Ltd
Kenn Business Park, Clevedon
BS21 6TH
United Kingdom
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D-53567 Asbach Germany
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