Palafamala Steering Blade

Designed by Cameron Jacome of Palafamala, Built by Ozone.

Overview

• Carbon & wood hybrid
  
• Extremely light, with an average weight of 19 oz
  
• Available in a Straight shaft or Double bend, with prepreg carbon blade
  
• Seamless and flawless design
  
• Solid black or wide weave carbon twill options available
  
• HCRA approved
  
• Blade Options
  
• The Pala Steer is available in a 9 in width, with a blade length of 22 in

Sizing

When ordering your steering blade keep in mind that the blade is 22” long. Make sure you choose the shaft length that maintain the arm span that you are used to.

Lengths: available in one inch increments from 48 to 51 in (overall length)

Shaft Options

Straight Shaft: The straight shaft is a traditional steering blade design, set at 5 degrees. This degree allows for instant control of the canoe when “crabbing” or “J-stroking”.

Double Bend: The double bend is a more modern steering blade design, set at 7 degrees. This allows the steersman to blend in better with their crew when paddling. The double bend also allows you to relax your bottom wrist and pull at a stronger angle. If you are used to paddling with a double bend, the double bend steering blade might be more comfortable for you, as you will feel like more of a paddler. This blade is good for bottom grabbers and one-handed pokers since it is easier to keep the blade flush to the hull by letting go of the T top.

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