Whitewater Precision Meets Unmatched Durability – The Aqua Bound Aerial Paddles are the Strongest Paddles in Our Range!
Elevate your paddling game with the Aqua Bound Aerial Minor Carbon Versa-Lok Straightshaft 4pc, designed for whitewater adventurers who value precision, control, and durability. This paddle features Lam-Lok US Patent Pending technology, which reinforces blade edges and resists delamination, ensuring your paddle stays reliable even in the most challenging conditions. With its four-piece design and carbon fibre construction, the Aerial Minor Carbon delivers maximum strength while remaining lightweight and easy to transport.
Tailored for small to medium-sized paddlers, the Aerial Minor Carbon provides the perfect balance between stiffness and flexibility, reducing shoulder strain during long paddles. Its Versa-Lok ferrule system offers 5 cm of adjustable length and infinite offset angles, giving you the ability to fine-tune your paddle for any situation. Whether navigating tight river passages or pushing through open stretches, the paddle’s ergonomic design ensures comfort and control.
The Aqua Bound Aerial Minor Carbon’s shaft is optimized for durability and grip, with tactile coatings and extra-long grip sections that cater to various hand placements. Its precision-engineered construction, from the carbon fibre blades to the reinforced ferrule insert, makes it feel like a seamless one-piece paddle, ideal for whitewater adventures or as a dependable backup.
*Aerial Minor blade size best suited for small to medium-stature paddlers or those looking to maximize efficiency when running rivers.
Features
- Lam-Lok™ technology for enhanced blade durability and edge protection
- 100% carbon fibre blades with aramid thread for strength and flexibility
- Versa-Lok™ ferrule system with 5 cm adjustable length and infinite offset angles
- Ferrule insert extends extra far into the shaft, matching the stiffness/flex balance of the entire paddle
- Ergonomic grip and tactile shaft coating for better control
- Four-piece breakdown for easy transport and storage
- Designed for small to medium paddlers seeking efficiency and control
Specifications
- Claimed weight: 1110 g
- Blade surface area: 645 sq. cm
- Blade size: 44 x 20 cm
- Blade material: Carbon Fibre with Aramid Thread
- Shaft material: Carbon Fibre
- Length: 200-205cm
Paddle | Stillwater | River | Whitewater |
---|---|---|---|
Aqua Bound MantaRay Fiberglass |
Optimal | Adequate | Unsuitable |
Aqua Bound MantaRay Hybrid |
Optimal | Adequate | Unsuitable |
Aqua Bound MantaRay Carbon |
Optimal | Adequate | Unsuitable |
Aqua Bound Whiskey Fiberglass |
Optimal | Optimal | Unsuitable |
Aqua Bound Shred Apart |
Optimal | Optimal | Adequate |
Aqua Bound Shred Hybrid |
Adequate | Optimal | Adequate |
Aqua Bound Shred Carbon |
Adequate | Adequate | Optimal |
Aqua Bound Aerial Major |
Adequate | Adequate | Optimal |
Aqua Bound Aerial Minor |
Adequate | Adequate | Optimal |
Note: Aqua Bound Shred Apart is a unique paddle that can be used as either a pair of canoe paddles or a single kayak paddle
Water Definitions
Stillwater: Bodies of water such as lakes, dams, or estuaries where the water is generally calm or without significant current flow. Little to no risk of regular impacts of the paddle on obstacles.
River: A flowing watercourse with a current that has continuous movement. Low to moderate risk of regularly impacting the blade of the paddle on rocks or obstacles.
Whitewater: Sections of a river where the water flows rapidly over rocks and creates turbulence and aerated water due to steep gradients or obstacles in the riverbed. High risk of regular impacts of the paddle blade on rocks and obstacles.