The Werner Ikelos Carbon Kayak Straight Shaft Paddle is an aggressive High Angle design for well conditioned and experienced paddlers who want a durable paddle with a powerful catch and smooth linking strokes. The Full-size blades offer power for well conditioned paddlers, and the Performance Core blades are bouyant, light weight, and durable. The Ikelos provides extremely stable bracing and rolling. It is the ultimate high-angle blade design paddle.