Naish Kaholo Vario SUP Paddle 2016
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The 2016 Naish Kaholo Vario SUP paddle is ideal for committed paddlers looking for a full carbon, mega-lightweight paddle for performance racing, wave riding and touring versatility.
Design details
PERFORMANCE RACE/TOURING/WAVE
The 100% 3K Pre-preg Carbon blade eliminates blade flutter and makes it extremely stable for fast catch-and-water-release. The 100% 3K Pre-preg Carbon shaft offers optimum shaft stiffness for incredible stroke power, while the upper shaft features reinforced high modulus carbon/glass fusion technology.
Construction:
- 100% 3K Pre-preg Carbon = Ultralight + durable
- Graphic Transfer = Scratch-proof finish
- Biax Glass
- Precision Cut CNC HD Core = Absolute precision shaping
- ABS Rail = Built in blade edge protection
Features:
- Anti-twist Vario System = Easy length adjustment + perfect blade/handle alignment
- Cut-to-Length Alignment Measurements (on Fixed) = Perfect blade/handle alignment
- Ergo Plus Handle = Traction grip coating + power transfer design + low profile + lightweight
- ABS Rail = Built in blade edge protection
- Premium Blade Cover = Protection for transporting
Tech specs
KAHOLO 8.0 VARIO
APPR. PADDLE WEIGHT (+/- 5%): 511 g
SURFACE AREA: 95.3 in² / 615 cm²
SHAFT DIAMETER: RDS
KAHOLO 8.5 VARIO
APPR. PADDLE WEIGHT (+/- 5%): 564 g
SURFACE AREA: 98 in² / 632 cm²
SHAFT DIAMETER: SDS
KAHOLO 9.0 VARIO
APPR. PADDLE WEIGHT (+/- 5%): 588 g
SURFACE AREA: 111.4 in² / 719 cm²
SHAFT DIAMETER: SDS
Paddle Technology:
- Ergo Plus Handle
- 100% 3K Pre-preg Carbon Shaft
- Filament-wound Carbon Reinforcement Kaholo
- Anti-twist interface
- Pressure cleat/shaft cross section
- Perfect blade/handle alignment with easy length adjustment
- Vario Side View