Is a $500 paddle REALLY worth it? Can you get by with a $100 paddle? These are very common questions I'm asked, so in this video I'm going through the pros and cons of each to help you learn how to choose a kayak paddle that's right for you.

Please note that around 0:36 I say that the paddle has a fiberglass shaft, when in fact it has a carbon shaft. Likewise, there is some confusion about upgrading blades on the Whiskey/Tango series please refer to the AquaBound website for full specs. Apologies!

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KAYAKS I recommend
Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP
Sea Eagle 393rl: https://bit.ly/3mVOXbw
Sea Eagle 385ft:
Tucktec: https://bit.ly/3mQnmcn
Pakayak: https://pakayak.com/?uap_ref=ken
Decathlon Itiwit:
Oru Kayak Inlet: https://bit.ly/3vpjxhS
AquaGlide Chelan 120: https://bit.ly/3IRNde0
Advanced Elements Advanced Frame: https://bit.ly/3hJNpAl
Star Rival Inflatable Kayak: https://bit.ly/3lipNno
Isle Switch Hybrid SUP/Kayak: https://islesurfsup.sjv.io/5bJMJn
Jackson Kayak Tupelo 12.5: https://bit.ly/3phR8aS
Wilderness Systems Pungo 120: https://bit.ly/3E5BoOl
Perception Pescador: https://bit.ly/3FPuWeK

PADDLES
Aqua Bound Manta Ray Carbon Paddle:
Aqua Bound Tango Fibreglass Paddle: https://bit.ly/3iaGleJ
Aqua Bound Whiskey Carbon Bent Shaft Paddle: https://bit.ly/3z1kiOH

FOOTWEAR
NRS Kicker Remix Shoe: https://bit.ly/36F1B6Y
NRS Boundary Boot: https://bit.ly/2TaCMgl

PADDLING SHIRTS / TOPS
NRS Guide Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yVID8j
NRS Guide Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3dkDYaD
NRS H2Core Silkweight Shirt: https://bit.ly/3xF43pX
NRS H2Core Silkweight Long Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3yZGbO2
NRS Hydroskin Short Sleeve Shirt: https://bit.ly/3wCvoI3
NRS Riptide Splash Jacket: https://bit.ly/3BbAZZJ
NRS Flux Dry Top: https://bit.ly/2U3Pvlw

PFD’S
NRS Odyssey PFD: https://bit.ly/3ibIk2n
NRS Zen PFD: https://bit.ly/2VCfrF3
NRS Chinook PFD: https://bit.ly/2TaEAG9

OTHER PADDLING GEAR
Zoleo Communicator: https://bit.ly/3zw7gw1
NRS Drylander Sprayskirt: https://bit.ly/36z5BG6
WRSI Current Helmet: https://bit.ly/2Te6KA6

PADDLING SHORTS/BOTTOMS
NRS Benny Board Short: https://bit.ly/2VIbK0L
NRS Hydroskin Shorts: https://bit.ly/3hCXPl2

SUNGLASSES
WileyX: https://bit.ly/3NtJQKR

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