Kalliste | mid-size blade (kä•list•ä) greek island meaning “the best”
Low Angle
The Kalliste’s performance core blades have an exceptionally light buoyant feel on the water and offer silky smooth strokes that make paddling all day long feel effortless. The Kalliste is the ultimate choice for low angle kayakers.
Mid-size blades offer gentle power and a smooth easy stroke
Performance Core blades are buoyant, lightweight, and quiet
Smooth forward strokes make paddling all day feel effortless
Our lightest, most elegant touring design
Werner Kalliste Specifications
Shaft:
Straight
Neutral Bent
Surface Area:
650 sq cm
Blade:
Length:
52cm
Width:
16cm
Weight for 220cm:
652g/23oz
737g/26oz
Recommended Lengths:
220-240cm
Available Lengths:
210-260cm
210-240cm
2011 MSRP:
$390
$465
Low-angle available in 10cm increments
Complete the form below if you require
additional information from Bel Haven Paddlesports on the Werner Kalliste Paddle.
FEATURES & FIT OPTIONS
Create a custom fitting paddle to increase your performance, reduce your fatigue and have more fun on the water. All Touring Performance Core paddles come standard with our Performance Core blade design and our patented Adjustable Ferrule System (US patent 6881111). You choose Straight Shaft Carbon or Neutral Bent Shaft Carbon; in either our Standard or Small Diameter shafts. Then use your height and boat width to determine the correct paddle length.
FEATURES & OPTIONS:
Low Angle Paddling
The most common paddling style using a more casual cadence.
The paddle is kept at a low angle relative to the water and a relaxed arching stroke is used.
Smooth forward stroke reduces fatigue.
Mid-sized Performance Core Blades
Mid-sized blades fit the widest range of kayakers.
Lighter, buoyant feel on the water.
Carbon weave for lightest weight to strength ratio.
Dihedral for smooth forward strokes.
Ribless back for smooth sculling strokes.
Adustable Ferrule
Elegant, easy to use design.
Low profile button looks and feels like a 1-piece paddle.
Internal gear system for precise fit.
Adjusts feather left or right in 15 degree increments.
You determine what feather works best for you.
Straight Shaft Carbon
More traditional feeling and generally less expensive.
The lightest weight option available.
Continuous length allows for easy hand movement.
Neutral Bent Shaft Carbon
Neutral bent shafts naturally aligns wrists to reduce fatigue
More hand to shaft contact for increased control
Immediate comfort and reduced strain with lighter grip
Extremely light weight with Werner durability
Balanced for precise control and comfort
Standard and Small Diameter Shaft
Two shaft sizes ensure you get a proper fit.
A good fit allows you to use a light grip, reducing fatigue and increasing comfort and performance.
Hands larger than 7” fit our Standard Shaft.
Hands smaller than 6.5” fit our Small Shaft
Hands between 6.5” and 7” - try both!
Light Swing Weight
Swing weight is the weight you feel each time you lift your blade during a stroke.
A light swing weight reduces fatigue and makes paddling more fun.
Correct Length
Locate the closest combination of paddler height and boat width listed.
Narrower boats or shorter paddlers subtract 5cm for high angle and 10cm for low angle.
Add length for wider boats and sit-on-tops
Use this chart as a starting point and contact BHP for more information if needed.
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