OCEANBROAD Kayak Paddle 86in/218cm, 90.5in/230cm, 95in/241cm Alloy Shaft Kayaking Boating Canoeing Oar with Paddle Leash

I bought this paddle for several reasons, one being its bright green color. Besides looking good on my kayak (especially once I get more green accessories), it can also get attention from boats passing by to help make sure I’m seen on the water, for safety reasons. I bought a 240cm paddle to downsize from the 250cm Pelican Poseidon Angler that I had previously bought. One thing I learned was if your paddle is the wrong size then it causes all sorts of problems. The Pelican was too long and was fatiguing my shoulders to use it. I tried my wife’s 230cm and it was much better but felt just too short so I went in the middle with a 240cm and it worked out perfectly. I chose this Ocean Broad for the value, the cost was very reasonable, and it appeared to be of good quality just looking at the pics, and when it arrived it did not disappoint. This Ocean Broad is every bit the same quality as the Pelican paddle. The two halves snap together firmly and do not wobble. The blades are made of a stout poly material and do not flex during use. One thing I like about them is that they do not have the drip notches carved into them that the Pelican paddle does, and that is another reason I got it. The Pelican was slinging water on me due to those notches, bypassing the drip rings altogether. I noticed if I used it upside down then it was better, so I when I was looking for a new paddle I knew I wanted one that just had smooth edges. This Ocean Broad was the one, it does not have those notches and does not sling water on me like the Pelican did. The smooth blade edges combined with the drip rings on the shaft work together to prevent that. The water runs along the edges of the blades until it contacts the drip rings and then it drips off at a different angle, falling back into the lake instead. I slid the rings all the way down to the ends of the shaft next to the blades to stop water drip before it gets over my kayak. The rings themselves are made of a hard rubber, not like those whanny, squishy little cups found on some other paddles. They are very durable. This paddle also has shrink wrap grips to hold onto, and they provide a good grip even when wet. Also the shaft does not have the flattened, oval area for the right hand grip that a lot of other paddles have. To me, I like this better, I prefer a round shaft to grip for both hands. Weight is what you would expect. It’s not as light as a fiberglass paddle costing $100 but it certainly is not heavy either. I used it for 3 hours straight on the first trip out with it, and I did not get tired. This is a long review for a low cost paddle, but I just wanted to describe it to let others know who might be skeptical of it based on that low cost and seeming lack of features that higher cost paddles have. To me, this is what makes it desirable. It’s got all it needs to make a dependable paddle for traveling way up the lake with no worried about getting back, and to make that trip enjoyable. The fact that it’s easy on the wallet is a bonus.

I bought this 86-inch fixed-length kayak paddle mainly for casual kayaking, and overall it gets the job done well for the price. 🛶 Performance – Solid for Recreational Use It paddles fine and moves the kayak efficiently enough for casual outings. For relaxed use on lakes or calm water, it performs as expected without any major issues. 🔧 Build & Fit – Functional but Not Premium The fit and finish are a bit rough around the edges. There’s some minor looseness in the construction, which you can notice during use. It doesn’t affect basic function, but it does remind you that this is a budget option. 💰 Value – Main Selling Point At around $32, the value is really the strongest part of this paddle. It’s hard to complain at this price if you’re just getting into kayaking or need a backup paddle. ⚖️ Final Thoughts: Great entry-level or casual-use paddle. It works reliably for light kayaking, but if you’re paddling more seriously or frequently, you’d likely want something higher quality and more rigid.

Very sturdy. They are a great buy!

Remembering that we are talking about a cheap product, I cannot complain about the quality of these paddles. We have three pairs and we have never had any major problems, obviously the materials are not among the lightest and most qualitative but up to now the mechanical problems have been zero. I would have liked a thicker and softer rubber for the grips but it is really asking too much considering the current price. They use low-profile blades, suitable for slow and relaxing adventures, do not ask for more than this. Meet my needs, I would just like delivery times shorter because in case of need to order a spare paddle takes more than a week. Many people cannot or do not want to wait all this time. I am sure they would sell more if delivery times were shorter.

We do most of our kayaking in and around Puget Sound, and the inexpensive paddle that came with my kayak wasn't up to the task. The Oceanbroad kayak paddle works amazing in shifting currents and choppy water. A longer paddle can be a tremendous benefit in salt water where waves are shifting the distance with every stroke. They disassemble easily for transport, and I've come to appreciate the included leash.. It's nice to know your paddle isn't at risk of slipping away. The feathering is easy to adjust on the water with just a click. A great paddle!

Work great so far, quality seems decent.

I've been kayaking for many decades and I find these paddles to be very good especially for the price. They are lightweight, very stiff, you can feather them, come in two pieces for portability, have drip rings, have a light rubber foam grip for slip resistance, and come in a variety of colors. (For safety reasons I recommended a bright color, not black.) The wider your kayak the longer your paddle should be so order wisely. I also have a carbon fiber paddle for my surf ski and that cost hundreds. I bought four of these for under $100. You can't beat that. Highly recommended.

When sitting on a Paddleboard you need a Kayak paddle and since I have 2 Paddleboards I ordered this 2 pack! Built to last! HIGHLY RECCOMMENDED

Très bon achat

Handle coating way more comfortable than bare metal, drip rings work well, sturdy enough but not heavy

These are comfortable to use, nice length - decent kayak paddle.

Cheap paddles work well for a quick rip around the lake.

Nice paddle all around would recommend.