Toksook Elite

Blade Material	Glass
Overall Length	61 cms
Effective Length	54 cms
Maximum Width	15.5 cms
Surface Area	720 sq. cms
Shaft - Straight or Synergy	CF
Paddle Weight @ 215cm	1006 gms
Std. Lengths Available	225 to 240 cms
Std. Feather Angle	90°

 

The Inuit Willow Blade designed by master sea kayaker, Derek Hutchinson. This is a rediscovery of the original willow leaf shape used by the Kotzibue and Nootak Inuit kayak hunters. Available in Semi Carbon or Full Carbon constructions on a choice of shafts.

“After many years of trial and error, I finally discovered the basic secrets which make the modern Toksook blade unique. The critical factors are the angle of the end of the leaf, the variable width throughout the blades’s length and
the planing surface. I have personally tested the Toksook in 120 mph winds under the blades of a hovering Sea King helicopter. The high dihedral spine successfully reduced the influence of the hurricane force winds on the paddle. In the strongest blasts the paddle is contollable whilst other blades are blown through the air. Unlike other blades, no torque or twist is felt on the paddle shaft when the first pressure is put on the blade. By slowing down the escape of water from the blade face, the raised spine allows for an increase in water pressure while preventing any tendency to flutter.”

Derek Hutchinson

 

More technical information about blades and shafts may be found in our technical pages.

 

Custom lengths and feather angles are normally available to special order.

 

Options : 2 Piece with Button Ferrule : 2 Piece with LeverLock Joint System.