Owning an amazingly light kayak paddle is a dream for many of us.
Many of the best carbon-fiber paddles cost well over $400 but it is possible to buy a lightweight kayak paddle blending materials such as carbon-fiber shafts and fiberglass/carbon blend blades for less than $300.
I have spent the whole winter researching every kayak paddle on the market and compiling lists of the best, lightest, and most affordable. And here are the winners for affordable lightweight paddles…
The Most Affordable Lightweight Kayak Paddles
- 24.5 oz (695 g) Werner Camano $285
- 24.75 oz (702 g) Werner Shuna $285
- 26 oz (737 g) Aquabound Tango $289
- 26 oz (737 g) Aquabound Whiskey $289
- 26.25 oz (744 g) Werner Corryvreckan $285
- 27.5 oz (782 g) Werner Shuna Hooked Fishing Paddle $285
- 28 oz (794 g) Bending Branches Navigator Wood/carbon $299
- 28.25 oz (801 g) Werner Skagit CF Recreational Paddle $185
- 28.8 oz (816 g) Aquabound Stingray Carbon 2-piece Paddle $199
- 29.5 oz (835 g) Aquabound Manta Ray Carbon 2-piece Paddle $199
The #1 Very Best and Most Affordable Lightweight Kayak Paddle Winner is….
…Skagit Carbon Fiber Paddle by Werner
The 28.25 ounces (801 gram) Werner Skagit Carbon Fiber Recreational Kayak Paddle was designed to use features and technology from Werner’s highest-end paddles but for the casual paddler who is looking for a budget price. $185
Features:
- It has a low flex mid-sized blade which tends to be the best for most paddlers
- Relaxed low-angle paddle style
- Carbon shaft for comfort and durability
- Carbon-Fiber reinforced nylon blades equal the best price, weight and strength for an affordable lightweight quality kayak paddle
- High-end ferrule system can be adjusted by 15-degree increments right or left
- Dihedral blade shape for reduced flutter and a smooth stroke
- Impact-resistant blades
- Can choose between standard or small diameter shaft which enables comfortable paddling for those with smaller hands
More information on light kayak paddles:
List of All Kayak Paddles By Weight
List of Top Ten Lightest Kayak Paddles